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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$100K - $130K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leveraging advanced analytics, causal inference, and predictive modeling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize strategies and measure business...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform client outcomes by leading innovative analytics projects, shaping strategies, and driving impactful insights in the Consumer Packaged Goods sector. Collaborate with teams to harness advanced...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$243K - $317K *

Champion data-driven decisions by leading high-impact ML initiatives, mentoring peers, and transforming large datasets into actionable insights to drive revenue growth and business success across Ads...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Lead a team to deliver analytics and machine learning solutions that enhance client outcomes and operational efficiency, collaborating with product and strategy teams to drive impactful decisions and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights using AI and ML. You'll analyze application usage across multiple platforms, develop predictive models, and create executive reports to dr...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging AI and data analytics to transform application usage data into actionable insights, enhancing performance tracking and reporting across multiple web applications for exe...

Washington, DCRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $100K *

Advance your career by conducting multi-omics analyses and developing computational frameworks for organoid quality assessment, while collaborating with experimental teams and contributing to impactfu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $170K *

Deliver impactful data solutions by leading model development and analysis. Collaborate across teams to translate business needs into predictive models and AI solutions, while mentoring junior members...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform clinical data operations by leading cross-functional teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance. Drive innovation and enhance study execution through effective project management a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing clinical trial operations by aligning teams, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive innovation and process improvements while mentoring assoc...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $193K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of credit risk management by developing advanced data science models. Collaborate across functions to ensure portfolio integrity and drive best practices while me...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $193K *

Advance analytical oversight of Buy Now Pay Later products, ensuring effective credit risk management and strategic alignment. Collaborate across functions to implement data science solutions and upho...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $113K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building secure, scalable data solutions. As a Data Engineer, you'll design and maintain data pipelines, ensuring high-quality data for analytics and business decisions...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $155K *

Shape the future of supply chain analytics by leading advanced forecasting and optimization initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement machine learning models that e...

Illinois, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$210K - $284K *

Drive strategic insights and data-driven decisions to fuel growth for a new product. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop predictive models and actionable recommendations that enhance cu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative HEOR and RWE projects, collaborating with top-tier Pharma and academic partners to deliver impactful data insights and methodologies that drive healthcare adv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Champion innovative research by leading HEOR and RWE projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to translate complex data into actionable insights, while ensuring compliance and advancing metho...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading HEOR and RWE projects, collaborating with Pharma and academic partners to deliver actionable insights and innovative methodologies in real-world data analysis...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $175K *

Advance your career by leading HEOR and RWE projects, collaborating with Pharma and academic partners to deliver impactful data insights and methodologies that drive healthcare decisions and improve p...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Lead the development of advanced data science systems to enhance customer engagement and growth strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement predictive models and AI applications t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's developing and deploying innovative ML/AI solutions in healthcare, enhancing clinical decision-making and operational efficiency through actionable insights and cutting-edge technol...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$242K - $387K *

Shape the future of data analytics by leading a high-performance team, solving complex data challenges, and developing insightful analytical pipelines for impactful decision-making...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Engage in advanced AI research and model development across text, image, and speech modalities. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful solutions that address complex challenges and drive...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Explore innovative AI solutions by developing state-of-the-art models across text, image, and speech. Collaborate with diverse teams to tackle complex use cases and drive impactful research projects t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $313K *

Drive the development of innovative AI search and recommendation models, optimizing user experiences through advanced machine learning techniques and state-of-the-art algorithms. Collaborate with cros...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.