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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$110K - $130K *

Join a mission-driven team as a Senior Data Scientist, enhancing intelligence production through advanced analytics. Develop Python-based solutions, integrate diverse data sources, and modernize workf...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Explore innovative data solutions as a Data Scientist, driving insights and predictive models for B2B initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experience and optimize advertising pe...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $136K *

Unlock insights as a Data Scientist, leveraging AI/ML expertise and programming skills to analyze large datasets. Collaborate on innovative solutions, communicate findings, and drive data-driven decis...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $136K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by leveraging AI/ML expertise to analyze complex datasets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to extract insights, develop models, and communicate findings eff...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Manage the development of AI-driven fraud and risk systems, applying practical solutions to complex data challenges. Collaborate across teams to enhance risk detection and build scalable data systems...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $181K *

Champion data-driven solutions by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to solve complex business challenges. Collaborate with teams to transform raw data into actionable insights, drivin...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Architect robust retail forecasting models and optimize supply chains by bridging data science and engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure operational reliability and enhance data-driven...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Explore complex data sets and drive insights by designing and implementing data pipelines. Collaborate with teams to manage ML projects and leverage advanced statistical techniques for innovative solu...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data insights to enhance organizational systems. This role involves advanced data analysis, visualization, and reporting that supports higher command levels in implement...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative generative AI projects, guiding a team through the data science lifecycle, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions that meet...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $218K *

Join a mission-driven team as a Data Scientist, applying your expertise to support Federal Law Enforcement agencies. Engage in data analysis, modeling, and innovative solutions to tackle complex inves...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of pipeline inspection by enhancing models for detection, classification, and regression. Collaborate across teams to drive innovative solutions and uphold quality, impacting the indu...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading data-driven insights to enhance patient access to medications. Collaborate with diverse teams to execute innovative analytics that inform health plans, improve medication e...

Denver, CORemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $161K *

Drive advancements in NLP by developing automated solutions for language data tokenization and enhancing model performance through evaluation against human annotations, ensuring high-quality language...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $161K *

Elevate your career by developing automated NLP solutions that enhance language data processing. Collaborate on innovative projects to improve tokenization and model performance, driving advancements...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $184K *

Drive innovative data solutions by applying ML/AI and advanced analytics to enhance customer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build impactful data products and communicate insig...

1 week ago

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

$225K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining mobile app performance through data science. Lead the development of predictive models and insights that drive product decisions and enhance system health in a high-impac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Analyze and validate datasets for AI/ML model performance, ensuring accuracy and reliability in engineering design decisions and building efficient ETL pipelines using Azure tools...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming engineering design data into reliable AI/ML insights. Drive innovation by validating model performance and ensuring data quality in a collaborative team focused on adva...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Engineer robust data frameworks for AI/ML, transforming design and simulation data into reliable datasets that fuel high-impact engineering decisions and model validation...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's transforming data analysis by conducting research, developing user interfaces, and implementing advanced analytical tools to enhance data accessibility and quality for complex initi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data science expertise to automate processes, enhance workflows, and drive insights. Collaborate with teams to connect databases and deliver impactful solutions in a dyn...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic data science team driving revenue insights. Shape monetization strategies while overseeing experimentation and optimizing financial engineering metrics for glo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $170K *

Lead data-driven initiatives to enhance monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems, collaborating with diverse teams to analyze real-world data and inform impactful public health strategies across m...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform data landscapes by designing and maintaining scalable ETL pipelines. Leverage your expertise in Python, PySpark, and SQL to integrate and analyze diverse data sources, ensuring high-quality...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.