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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$128K - $176K *

Design and implement scalable data pipelines and machine learning models, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize ad performance and tackle complex data challenges in a fast-paced enviro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by architecting enterprise-scale AI data platforms that drive innovative solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver secure, scalable AI capabilities while communicating complex co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's modernizing data infrastructure and AI automation. As a key contributor, you'll develop backend solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure data quality while collaboratin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on designing and implementing data solutions. Collaborate with business partners to optimize data workflows, ensuring reliability and accessibility f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge ML systems that enhance healthcare workflows. Take ownership of the entire lifecycle from experimentation to deployment, collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with a global team to innovate predictive models integrating data science and biology for crop health solutions, enhancing discovery pipelines for microbial and natural products...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$163K - $167K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leveraging SQL and Python expertise. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting capabilities and support strategic decisions through effective data analysis...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $221K *

Join a team that's transforming data into AI solutions. Lead technical delivery for major clients, architecting scalable platforms and innovative workflows while collaborating across engineering, sale...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $116K *

Lead end-to-end dashboard delivery, from design to deployment, while optimizing Tableau solutions and integrating Generative AI tools for enhanced analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure ef...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $260K *

Champion innovative AI solutions for Prime Video, leveraging deep learning and machine learning to enhance user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and evaluate i...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Join a team that's transforming drug development through data science. Leverage your expertise to build predictive models and analytics, driving process improvements and technology transfer in a colla...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing transformative applications that empower scientists to streamline decision-making in drug discovery, from target identification to validation and optimization across dive...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$169K - $338K *

Join a team that's transforming data into strategic insights to solve complex business problems. As a key player, you will lead innovative analytics and machine learning initiatives, collaborating acr...

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

$120K - $145K *

Optimize data pipelines and models to enhance product insights and user engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate data representation and support decision-making through a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data analytics by building robust pipelines and models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product insights and drive business growth through d...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative data analysis and mathematical modeling to drive impactful decisions for clients across sectors. Leverage statistical, economic, and financial insights to craft compelling narrativ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $93K *

Transform student success through data analysis and reporting. Collaborate with various departments to evaluate programs, identify trends, and provide actionable insights that enhance recruitment, ret...

1 week ago

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

$106K - $159K *

Lead the charge in data engineering, collaborating to enhance analytics solutions and optimize data delivery processes, while ensuring compliance with governance and security standards across MD Ander...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$140K - $195K *

Unlock your potential by designing and implementing advanced machine learning models for naval applications. Lead the full lifecycle of AI solutions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deli...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform transport platform data into robust technical models. This mid-to-senior role collaborates with key stakeholders, ensuring accurate data representation for analytics, while maintaining globa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$176K - $239K *

Lead the charge in delivering scalable, secure AWS solutions while driving customer success. Utilize your technical expertise to architect and implement complex projects, guiding clients through their...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$180K - $225K *

Drive impactful data science strategies by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance advertiser engagement and influence product development, ensuring optimal use of Moloco Ads solutions fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $225K *

Accelerate progress at our data science team by bridging advertiser goals with product strategy. Utilize your technical expertise to co-create frameworks, drive global engagement, and influence produc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Join our team to advance research in machine learning, enhancing trading signals and investment strategies through innovative applications and deep learning architectures while collaborating closely w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $330K *

Pioneer innovative A/B experimentation techniques to enhance decision-making across product domains. Collaborate with data science and engineering teams to develop scalable solutions that drive produc...

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.

  • 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.