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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$130K - $155K *

Take ownership of driving advanced analytics and AI solutions across enterprise functions by leading a high-performing Data Science team dedicated to actionable insights and strategic decision-making...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in shaping data governance and analytics. Collaborate across teams to define metrics, build semantic models, and enhance data accuracy, ensuring every number tells...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $234K *

Innovate in computational science by leveraging human genetics and genomic data to drive therapeutic target discovery and enhance patient selection strategies in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $200K *

Analyze and implement data-driven strategies to enhance business growth and customer understanding by leading a team focused on advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and data infrastructure across...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$163K - $236K *

Champion advanced analytics initiatives to optimize marketing strategies, driving impactful measurement and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and deliver sca...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Strategize your career by advancing data science and predictive analytics solutions for the Navy. Collaborate with experts to enhance safety through innovative modeling while leveraging military exper...

Norfolk, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $113K *

Drive data-driven decision-making by translating business needs into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain reporting solutions, ensuring data quality and...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive data-driven decision-making by applying predictive analytics and machine learning techniques. Collaborate with teams to enhance business performance through data integration and analysis, ensuri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $150K *

Shape the future of data analytics by developing innovative solutions using Palantir Foundry. Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to enhance data integration, analytics, and user applica...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Transform data into actionable insights as a Data Engineer for AI & ML. Drive innovative projects, design scalable architectures, and engage with stakeholders to enhance federal mission capabilities w...

Mc Lean, VARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data solutions by designing and maintaining robust data infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable data solutio...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$212K - $265K *

Empower innovation by leading data science initiatives across diverse products. Define analytics strategies, build reusable frameworks, and leverage AI to enhance insights, driving impactful decisions...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $216K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing AI/ML algorithms to enhance data management applications, ensuring compliance and efficiency in data movement across diverse teams and projects...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $165K *

Empower AI innovation in cyber operations by designing and integrating advanced AI/ML solutions. Collaborate with mission teams to transform prototypes into enterprise-scale services, ensuring impactf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform your career by leading AI innovation in cyber operations. As a Senior AI/ML Engineer, you'll design and integrate cutting-edge AI solutions that enhance mission capabilities for national sec...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $213K *

Unlock data-driven insights by collaborating with stakeholders to design and implement scalable data solutions. Drive innovation in AI/ML, manage complex projects, and enhance decision-making across t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $267K *

Transform safety enforcement through data science by developing models and systems that detect and mitigate abuse. Collaborate across teams to translate policies into actionable insights, ensuring eff...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Transform data into actionable insights through AI-driven analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with technical and business teams to design predictive models that enhance operations and drive fi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $180K *

Transform data into actionable insights as a Sr. Data Scientist, leading the development of a centralized Common Operational Picture (COP) using SharePoint and Teams. Drive operational efficiency thro...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Unlock insights by designing a robust data visualization suite that enhances decision-making through real-time analysis and user-friendly interfaces, ensuring seamless access to dataset quality and pe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Support demand planning by owning multi-horizon forecasts and ensuring optimal resource allocation. Collaborate across teams to align capacity with server needs, utilizing advanced operations-research...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Empower strategic server demand planning to optimize capacity forecasting and alignment with supply. Leverage advanced operations research to inform decision-making and improve efficiency in global da...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Drive strategic server demand planning to optimize capacity forecasting, ensuring the right hardware is available at the right time. Leverage operations research to inform decisions and enhance supply...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of server demand planning by forecasting capacity needs and optimizing supply. Collaborate across teams to ensure the right resources are in place, driving efficiency and innovation i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of server demand planning by forecasting capacity needs and optimizing supply. Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment of hardware resources with operational requirements, driving...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.

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    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.