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.
Data Engineer / Enterprise Telemetry & Data Pipeline SME
$170K - $200K *
Lead the charge in engineering robust data pipelines and telemetry architectures, optimizing end-to-end data flows for enterprise analytics. Drive automation, ensure data quality, and enhance performa...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Manager, Data Engineering & Applied Data Science
$152K - $227K *
Elevate enterprise data capabilities by leading a multidisciplinary team to design and deliver innovative data products and AI solutions that drive business growth and digital transformation across th...
2 days ago
Sr. Manager, Data Engineering & Applied Data Science
$152K - $227K *
Unlock the potential of data by leading a multidisciplinary team to design and deliver innovative data products and AI solutions that drive business growth and digital transformation across the enterp...
2 days ago
Sr. Manager, Data Engineering & Applied Data Science
$152K - $227K *
Drive the strategy and delivery of enterprise data products and AI solutions, leading a multidisciplinary team to transform business challenges into scalable data and AI products that foster growth an...
6 days ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Ads ML Efficiency
$230K - $322K *
Optimize machine learning infrastructure and tooling to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive productivity and scalability in ML s...
3 weeks ago
Senior Decision Scientist – Demand Planner
$130K - $150K *
Unlock insights as a Demand Planner, driving accurate forecasts and collaborating across teams to enhance supply chain efficiency. Analyze data trends, support product launches, and ensure alignment w...
3 weeks ago
Lead AI/ML Data Scientist - VP
$120K - $170K *
Accelerate AI/ML advancements by leading innovative solutions for enterprise-scale reconciliation, focusing on model development and integration within Capital Markets operations, driving substantial...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in machine learning solutions, guiding a team to create impactful models for life sciences clients, while shaping technical direction and mentoring engineers throughout the project lif...
3 weeks ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer
$176K - $308K *
Drive the development of a robust agent execution harness, ensuring reliability and performance at scale. Lead technical standards and evaluation frameworks to enhance AI-driven workflows across enter...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Elevate your career as a Senior Data Engineer, driving innovation in cloud-native data pipelines and architectures. Leverage your expertise in structured credit and financial analytics to modernize da...
1 week ago
Applied Scientist III, AWS Account Management and Governance
$192K - $260K *
Shape the future of AI-driven governance by leading the development of an innovative platform that automates policy validation and enforcement, driving alignment across teams and influencing enterpris...
1 week ago
Data Scientist (Remote from Anywhere in Colorado)
$95K - $118K *
Unlock potential by leveraging advanced analytics to drive strategic decisions in education and workforce development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful data visualizations a...
5 days ago
Senior Data Analyst, Operations
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by driving data-driven insights to enhance fleet operations. You'll define metrics, build dashboards, and analyze performance to improve efficiency and readiness, ensuring actionable...
4 days ago
Machine Learning Engineer - Agentic AI
$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by designing and building innovative agentic systems that integrate large language models and data systems, enabling efficient multi-step workflows in production environments. Collabo...
2 weeks ago
$191K - $297K *
Lead and evolve a high-performing data science team to enhance customer product discovery through advanced analytics, experimentation, and AI-driven solutions, ensuring impactful decision-making and m...
1 week ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Fraud Detection
$205K - $240K *
Drive the development and deployment of scalable ML models to combat account sharing fraud, leveraging user behavior data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance detection accuracy while e...
1 week ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Fraud Detection
$185K - $225K *
Drive your career with a Senior Machine Learning Engineer role focused on developing scalable ML models for fraud detection. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance detection accuracy and o...
1 week ago
Data Science Vice President - Wealth Management
$160K - $200K *
Shape the future of wealth management by leading a data science team that drives impactful analytics and machine learning solutions, enhancing client experiences and operational efficiency through str...
3 weeks ago
Data Analytics - Snowflake Technical Engineering Lead, AVP
$120K - $202K *
Transform the data landscape by leading intricate Snowflake projects, designing robust architectures, and driving best practices to enable top-tier data services for advanced analytics and integration...
3 weeks ago
Data Analytics - Snowflake Technical Engineering Lead, AVP
$120K - $202K *
Champion data-driven excellence by leading Snowflake technical engineering initiatives, enhancing architecture and standards for impactful analytics and integration projects. Collaborate globally to d...
3 weeks ago
Data Analytics - Snowflake Technical Engineering Lead, AVP
$120K - $202K *
Unlock potential by leading Snowflake data architecture projects, guiding technical solutions, and ensuring robust data integration. Collaborate in a global team to enhance automation and self-service...
3 weeks ago
$147K - $274K *
Empower innovation by leading applied AI research initiatives that shape product features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex problems into impactful AI solutions, mentoring...
2 days ago
Senior Data Science Manager, Predictive Analytics & AI – US?Commercial
$150K - $180K *
Unlock innovative AI and machine learning solutions to drive data-driven decisions across U.S. Commercial operations, enhancing insights into patient populations and healthcare provider behavior for s...
3 weeks ago
Business Operations Analyst, AI & Innovation - Brand Consulting
$74K - $88K *
Empower your career by supporting AI applications and operational workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business operations while managing usage tracking and reporting for opti...
Reposted 3 days ago
AI and Data - Manager - AI Engineer
$110K - $160K *
Unlock your potential by designing and implementing cutting-edge AI solutions that drive business outcomes. Collaborate with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges and influence stakeholders in a...
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.