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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$268K - $395K *

Lead the charge in shaping AI-driven ads relevance systems, designing and building ML models that enhance personalization and optimize marketplace performance, while collaborating across teams to exec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of data by leading advanced analytics projects, developing machine learning models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive strategic decisions and operational effi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $193K *

Shape the future of robotics by developing advanced manipulation controllers that adapt to contact-rich environments using machine learning. Collaborate with experts to ensure real-world application a...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$149K - $202K *

Unlock potential by developing AI data solutions for autonomy challenges. Collaborate with engineers to create robust datasets and metrics, ensuring safe, efficient flight operations across a diverse...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $202K *

Unlock potential by designing AI data solutions for autonomy challenges, transforming raw data into actionable insights. Collaborate with engineers to enhance safety and performance across a diverse f...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$250K - $450K *

Optimize data quality and model performance by analyzing failures, designing evaluations, and collaborating with researchers to bridge gaps in vision-language and multi-modal learning across real-worl...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $135K *

Champion data engineering initiatives by developing secure data pipelines, optimizing relational databases, and enhancing analytics for high-performance applications while mentoring junior team member...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $189K *

Deliver innovative data and AI solutions by architecting scalable systems, engaging with clients, and transforming complex challenges into actionable insights. Join us to drive impactful results in en...

Rockville, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team implementing data-driven solutions that transform organizations. Collaborate with clients at every level, leveraging your expertise in data strategy, analytics, an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$215K - $245K *

Drive innovation in AI and machine learning by leading cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions that enhance merchant intelligence and optimize transaction evaluations across a global paym...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Drive AI innovation by leading a cross-functional team to develop scalable machine learning solutions that enhance merchant intelligence and optimize transaction analysis across a global payment netwo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$215K - $245K *

Lead innovative AI initiatives by partnering with cross-functional teams to develop machine learning models that enhance merchant intelligence and drive strategic business outcomes across the payments...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Empower innovation by leading a cross-functional team to develop AI-driven solutions that enhance merchant intelligence and optimize payment processes, leveraging advanced machine learning and natural...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Unlock potential by leading a cross-functional team to develop AI-driven solutions that enhance merchant intelligence and optimize transaction analysis across a global payment network...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Empower a cross-functional team to deliver AI-driven insights from vast transaction data, leveraging advanced machine learning and natural language processing to enhance merchant intelligence and driv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $257K *

Champion the design and implementation of scalable AI infrastructure, leading a team to enhance performance and reliability for production ML models. Drive innovation and foster a collaborative cultur...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$171K - $257K *

Empower AI innovation by leading the design and implementation of scalable ML systems. Drive performance and reliability while mentoring a collaborative team, ensuring Workday's AI capabilities thrive...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$171K - $257K *

Unlock the potential of AI by leading the design and implementation of scalable systems for machine learning models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and reliability, dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $150K *

Pioneer data-driven insights by collaborating with stakeholders to enhance reporting, define metrics, and develop scalable data solutions, while ensuring data quality and usability across the organiza...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $180K *

Innovate scalable infrastructure solutions for AI and ML deployment. Collaborate with ML scientists to integrate models into products, optimize performance, and ensure reliability through monitoring a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join us to leverage your data science expertise in developing impactful AI/ML solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to translate complex data into actionable insights, driving significant busines...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $210K *

Optimize national security solutions by leveraging data science expertise and advanced algorithms, working with cross-functional teams to enhance AI capabilities in real-world applications and drive i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$191K - $223K *

Join our innovative Payments team to develop AI-driven solutions that enhance payment experiences, prevent fraud, and optimize transaction processes, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$102K - $210K *

Pioneer innovative AI-driven solutions by leveraging full-stack engineering expertise and hands-on skills. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality applications that meet customer needs...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $210K *

Drive innovative engineering solutions by leveraging your expertise in AI and full-stack development. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality products that enhance customer experiences and me...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.