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.
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.
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 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.
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.
$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
Senior Data Scientist, AI Solutions Engineering - Client Services
$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
Senior Data Scientist, Safety Enforcement
$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...
4 days ago
Senior Data Scientist - Hybrid
$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...
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$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
Software Engineer, Data Visualization
$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
Research Scientist, Server Demand
$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...
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Research Scientist, Server Demand
$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...
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Research Scientist, Server Demand
$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...
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Research Scientist, Server Demand
$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
Research Scientist, Server Demand
$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
Research Scientist, Server Demand
$145K - $175K *
Elevate your expertise in server demand planning by forecasting and optimizing capacity across multiple horizons. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the right resources are in place, dr...
2 weeks ago
Member of Technical Staff - Inference Infrastructure
$150K - $180K *
Unlock your potential by developing high-throughput inference systems, optimizing real-time processing, and enhancing reliability across diverse architectures within a collaborative, innovative enviro...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Elevate growth through data-driven insights in a senior staff role, leveraging analytics to optimize monetization strategies across subscriptions and ads, while mentoring the next generation of data s...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Sr. Data Scientist (Remote Eligible)
$110K - $184K *
Empower data-driven decisions by designing advanced analytics engines and AI solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to create effective models, optimize retrieval performance, and promote data liter...
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Head of Data Science, Intelligence Ventures
$263K - $393K *
Join a dynamic team to lead the development of predictive models and data products, driving innovation in AI-native behavioral intelligence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver insights...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to streamline data collection and modeling automation in a Lab-in-the-Loop environment, aiming to enhance scientific insights and laboratory productivity. Drive inno...
3 weeks ago
Senior Human Capital Data Analyst
$130K - $165K *
Accelerate your career as a Human Capital Data Analyst, leveraging your expertise in workforce analytics to drive insights and support critical National Security initiatives through data analysis and...
5 days ago
Data Analyst, Network Analytics
$80K - $95K *
Analyze and optimize healthcare network performance through advanced data analytics. Collaborate cross-functionally to derive insights from large datasets, ensuring data quality and governance while d...
3 days ago
$85K *
Develop and implement automated micro-scale experimentation workflows to optimize reactions and synthesize libraries for biological screening, emphasizing hands-on method development and collaborative...
1 week ago
$135K - $160K *
Innovate AI solutions for cyber operations by designing and integrating advanced models and workflows. Collaborate with teams to transform prototypes into mission-critical capabilities, ensuring secur...
1 week ago
$138K - $165K *
Transform AI innovation in cyber operations by designing and integrating advanced AI/ML solutions. Collaborate with mission teams to transition prototypes into enterprise-scale services, impacting nat...
1 week ago
Lead Data Scientist – Commercial Intelligence & ML Operations
$155K - $258K *
Innovate advanced analytical models and ML solutions to optimize pricing strategies, ensuring robust deployment and operational efficiency. Lead initiatives across various domains while mentoring a te...
3 days ago
$97K *
Unlock potential by leveraging complex criminal justice data to drive impactful analyses, collaborate with diverse teams, and enhance tools that support informed decision-making within the criminal ju...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Machine Learning Scientist - Personalization
$173K - $242K *
Optimize machine learning systems for personalized experiences, driving innovation from research to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable models and ensure high-quali...
Reposted 1 week ago
What does a data scientist do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.