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.
$90K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team to optimize data integration and performance on Snowflake and AWS, driving innovative AI projects while ensuring reliability and efficiency in data pipelines and warehouses...
1 week ago
Machine Learning Engineer Graduate (E-Commerce Governance) - 2027 Start (PhD)
$162K - $387K *
Unlock advanced AI solutions to address e-commerce risks and enhance platform capabilities. Collaborate on algorithm development, optimize large-scale data systems, and explore innovative methods to e...
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(USA) Principal, Data Scientist
$132K - $264K *
Join a dynamic team to tackle complex retail challenges using advanced analytics and ML. Collaborate with AI experts to enhance data science capabilities and provide actionable insights that drive bus...
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Data Engineer II, Sales Data Services (SDS)
$145K - $196K *
Drive impactful data solutions by designing and implementing robust data infrastructure, empowering teams with analytics, and mentoring engineers to enhance data-driven decision-making across the orga...
3 days ago
$115K - $145K *
Champion data-driven insights to enhance marketplace dynamics, collaborating with product and operations teams. Leverage machine learning and analytics to inform strategic decisions and optimize user...
3 weeks ago
Member of Technical Staff (Applied AI Research)
$150K - $180K *
Elevate your career by leading the design and evaluation of pioneering AI benchmarks. Collaborate with top labs to shape industry standards, analyze cutting-edge models, and publish influential insigh...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Machine Learning Engineer/Senior Machine Learning Engineer - Devops, AI for Drug Discovery
$141K - $262K *
Drive innovation in drug discovery by building robust ML infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate and optimize processes, ensuring scalable solutions that enhance machine le...
1 week ago
Machine Learning Engineer/Senior Machine Learning Engineer - Devops, AI for Drug Discovery
$167K - $310K *
Elevate our machine learning capabilities by designing and maintaining robust infrastructure on AWS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate processes and ensure efficient deployment, all...
1 week ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - Risk and Trust
$232K - $258K *
Elevate your career by leading innovative machine learning solutions to combat evolving fraud threats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable systems that enhance user security an...
1 week ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - Risk and Trust
$232K - $258K *
Create innovative machine learning solutions to combat evolving fraud threats. Lead complex projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive impactful results while enhancing user security...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead external data sourcing and management initiatives, shaping supplier strategy and ensuring effective governance to drive value. Collaborate with investment teams and vendors to optimize decision-m...
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Applied AI & Data Product Scientist
$130K - $155K *
Engineer the future of AI-driven analytics in Finance. Shape strategy and build innovative products that enhance decision-making for Finance leaders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle...
1 week ago
Research Scientist, AI and Economics
$207K - $300K *
Transform the future of economic research by applying advanced methodologies to analyze AI's impact on productivity and labor markets. Drive innovative solutions while collaborating with diverse teams...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director, Analytics Engineering, Data Analytics & AI
$180K - $220K *
Unlock potential by leading a 20+ team of Analytics Engineers in transforming data foundations, driving AI adoption, and pushing Snowflake's data analytics capabilities forward to meet internal and cu...
Reposted 1 month ago
$140K - $170K *
Contribute to mission-critical data and AI initiatives by designing and implementing graph databases and enhanced data capabilities. Collaborate across teams to ensure data is discoverable, aligned, a...
3 weeks ago
$140K - $170K *
Empower your career by designing and optimizing enterprise data capabilities within a dynamic DoD environment, enhancing data discoverability and usability for analysts and AI systems while leading in...
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$230K - $234K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior Data Scientist, collaborating with a dynamic team to innovate data solutions and enhance intelligence platforms through advanced analytics and machine learning techni...
2 weeks ago
Machine Learning Engineer Graduate (E-Commerce Recommendation/Search Alliance) - 2027 Start (PhD)
$162K - $387K *
Innovate commerce solutions by designing and developing cutting-edge machine learning algorithms that connect merchants and creators, driving efficiency and growth in an engaging shopping ecosystem...
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Machine Learning Engineer Graduate (E-Commerce Recommendation/Search Alliance) - 2027 Start (PhD)
$153K - $300K *
Accelerate progress at our E-commerce Alliance team, where you will leverage cutting-edge machine learning and AI to enhance the merchant-creator experience, drive commerce growth, and build innovativ...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$120K - $250K *
Transform machine learning applications to drive real-world impact in banking. Collaborate with a world-class team to develop scalable AI systems, utilizing vast datasets to enhance financial services...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$137K - $165K *
Empower data-driven decision-making by leading analytics initiatives, optimizing measurements, and developing scalable reporting solutions that translate complex data into actionable insights for team...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Data Scientist/ Top SECRET / ONSITE
$125K - $150K *
Join us to leverage your expertise in data science within a secure, mission-critical environment. Collaborate on innovative solutions to analyze large datasets and drive actionable insights in a fully...
2 days ago
$144K - $193K *
Drive innovation by designing and deploying complex machine learning models and systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance ML capabilities and lead projects from conception to product...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $202K *
Champion the design and development of advanced machine learning models and systems. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver scalable ML solutions, providing technical expertise and guidance to enhance...
2 weeks ago
Support Scientist for JEDI Data Assimilation Transition to Operations
$95K - $115K *
Support the transition of JEDI data assimilation to operations, collaborating on research and development for atmospheric data assimilation, focusing on innovative methods in numerical weather predict...
3 weeks 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.