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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$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

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

$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...

Colorado, USRemote

5 days ago

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$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...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $144K *

Design and deploy machine learning models to enhance Navy operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate mission needs into technical solutions while ensuring model performance and...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $197K *

Elevate our analytics capabilities by leveraging data to solve complex business challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop insights and implement AI-driven solutions that enhance o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $130K *

Analyze and interpret data to drive business insights, utilizing statistical methods and data visualization tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex findings into actionable recommend...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Innovate at the intersection of backend engineering and machine learning. Design scalable systems, deploy production ML models, and create data pipelines that drive impactful solutions in a collaborat...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $230K *

Drive innovation and enhance efficiency as a Senior Engineering Manager, leading multiple teams and fostering a culture of excellence. Elevate engineering standards while managing performance and stra...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $100K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining robust ETL pipelines that support credit risk models, ensuring data quality and integration across regions while collaborating with data scientists and mo...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join us to lead innovative data solutions that drive business impact. As a Senior Data Scientist, you'll blend analytics and machine learning to enhance decision systems, mentor junior team members, a...

Utah, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.