Explore Data Scientist Jobs

Data scientists turn complex data into insights that help organizations make informed decisions, improve products, and uncover new opportunities. Browse vetted Data Scientist job openings on Ladders, including opportunities that pay $100,000 or more. Find roles that match your experience, technical strengths, and career goals.

What Data Scientists Do

Data scientists combine statistical analysis, programming, and business knowledge to solve problems with data. Their work may include gathering and cleaning data, building predictive models, designing experiments, communicating findings, and partnering with teams to put insights into practice. Responsibilities vary by employer, industry, and seniority.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with Python or R, SQL, statistics, data visualization, and machine learning. Familiarity with cloud data platforms, big data tools, experimentation, or a particular industry can also be valuable. Strong communication skills help data scientists explain technical results and make recommendations to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

Data Scientist Career Opportunities

Data science careers span technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other sectors. Depending on your background, you may find positions focused on machine learning, product analytics, forecasting, research, or business intelligence. Senior and specialized roles may include greater ownership of strategy, model deployment, technical direction, or team leadership.

Find Your Next Data Scientist Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare job responsibilities and qualifications, then focus your search on roles that align with your skills, preferred industry, and desired level of responsibility. Job requirements and compensation vary by position and employer.

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$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced analytics to transform data into actionable insights, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting business decisions through innovative machine learning sol...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as a Sr. Data Scientist, leading initiatives that enhance business profitability and customer experience through advanced analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leve...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading advanced analytics initiatives as a Subject Matter Expert in data science. Collaborate with stakeholders to modernize cloud environments and deliver actionable insight...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by developing machine learning algorithms and analytics solutions. Collaborate with experts to transform complex datasets into actionable insights, driving innovation and efficienc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining data science by tackling complex analytical challenges. You'll own projects from inception to delivery, leveraging AI tools to drive insights and shape our innovative pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $200K *

Drive data analysis initiatives by refining metrics and exploring real-world sensor data. Collaborate with technical teams to present findings and develop software tools, enhancing data processing eff...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative AI applications. Collaborate across teams to translate cutting-edge research into impactful products, driving AI solutions from concept to dep...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative AI applications. Collaborate across teams to translate cutting-edge research into impactful products, driving business outcomes through genera...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer the development of innovative AI applications, leading cross-functional teams to translate advanced research into impactful products. Drive technical direction and optimize AI solutions for en...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of innovative AI applications, driving technical direction and collaboration across teams to transform cutting-edge research into impactful products that enhance customer expe...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of innovative AI applications, leading cross-functional teams to translate advanced research into impactful products. Drive the technical direction and ensure the successful d...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $230K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare through data-driven solutions. As a Senior Data Scientist, you'll spearhead projects that enhance patient outcomes, leveraging your expertise to align data s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $138K *

Explore your potential as a Junior Data Scientist, leveraging SQL and Python to transform data into actionable insights. Collaborate with teams to analyze, model, and visualize data, enhancing decisio...

Reston, VARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $138K *

Engage with data to uncover insights as a Junior Data Scientist, utilizing SQL, Python, and AWS tools. Collaborate with teams to analyze, visualize, and communicate findings, while enhancing data qual...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading the data science function, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design analytics frameworks and drive strategi...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by building modern analytics solutions with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and SQL. Collaborate across teams to deliver data-driven insights and support decision-making through effe...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive advanced GEOINT exploitation capabilities by leading multi-sensor workflows, developing analytic methods, and mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with government partners to enhance intelligence...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $216K *

The Multimedia Data Scientist at TikTok focuses on enhancing user experiences through data-driven solutions and collaboration with various teams. The role involves developing metrics, conducting exper...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

Lead the advancement of analytics and data science, managing a team to deliver scalable machine learning solutions while collaborating with stakeholders to drive impactful initiatives across the organ...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive the advancement of analytics by leading a team of data scientists to deliver scalable machine learning solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to integrate insights into enterprise-scale appl...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading statistical analysis and data science projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance understanding of USCG systems and personnel, driving improvements i...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower our data-driven growth by leading a team of data scientists to architect and build innovative models and systems that enhance audience targeting and measurement capabilities, driving impactful...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $177K *

Elevate your career by leveraging data to drive actuarial insights and product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pricing strategies and improve processes, while utilizing...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $277K *

Transform product strategies through data-driven insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize brand interactions and inform product decisions that impact billions. Guide teams with quantitativ...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$203K - $299K *

Advance causal ML systems that drive marketplace decisions, focusing on uplift modeling, experimentation, and counterfactual evaluation, while collaborating with a team of experts to enhance marketpla...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a data scientist do?question toggle

    A data scientist analyzes data to identify patterns, answer business or research questions, and support decisions. The role may involve data preparation, statistical analysis, machine learning, experimentation, and presenting findings.

  • What skills are commonly required for Data Scientist jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include Python or R, SQL, statistics, data visualization, and machine learning. Employers may also value cloud platforms, big data technologies, domain expertise, and the ability to communicate insights clearly.

  • What industries hire data scientists?question toggle

    Data scientists work across industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and manufacturing. The specific problems and tools used depend on the organization and role.

  • Do Data Scientist jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some Data Scientist openings listed on Ladders pay $100,000 or more. Compensation depends on factors such as location, experience, specialization, employer, and job scope; review each listing for details.

  • How can I find the right Data Scientist job?question toggle

    Compare listings by responsibilities, required skills, industry, location, and seniority. Tailor your resume to highlight relevant data projects and measurable results, and review each employer's qualifications and compensation information.