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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$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative machine learning solutions to enhance retail operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement advanced AI strategies, ensuring alignment with business objec...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$71K - $101K *

Elevate your career by leveraging data science to drive innovation in R&D. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop AI-powered solutions that enhance decision-making and operational efficien...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $95K *

Develop innovative data-driven solutions to enhance math education through AI and machine learning. Collaborate with educators and researchers to analyze complex datasets, improve instructional tools...

3 weeks ago

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

$72K - $149K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Scientist supporting national defense initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data trends, develop innovative solutions, and enhance capabilitie...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $260K *

Join as a pivotal member of a dynamic team to drive product success through data analytics. Leverage strategic insights and hands-on experimentation to evaluate user behavior and enhance product perfo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$94K - $198K *

Develop advanced analytical models and AI capabilities to transform large data into predictive insights, supporting mission success and decision-making across military and intelligence operations...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $163K *

Elevate your career by analyzing vast datasets to support decision-making and optimize workflows. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deploy advanced analytics, AI, and visualization technique...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $180K *

Shape product success by leveraging data insights, driving experimental methodologies, and collaborating across teams to influence decision-making in a fast-paced, innovative environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $172K *

Elevate healthcare insights by leveraging your data science expertise to automate processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver impactful analyses through machine learning and AI in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$119K - $172K *

Deliver impactful insights by leveraging deep data science expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Drive client success through innovative machine learning solutions and robust data anal...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $115K *

Empower business decisions by leveraging data-driven insights and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that enhance customer value and drive organizationa...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $115K *

Empower your career by providing data-driven insights and solutions to enhance business decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage analytics and drive impactful results in the Cana...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $160K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing dynamic pricing models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance rider and driver experiences while leveraging statistical and machine l...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by integrating data science and AI to optimize planning solutions. Collaborate on predictive modeling, simulation, and optimization to drive strategic value and enhance decision-ma...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Champion innovative data solutions to uncover actionable insights in complex datasets. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform customer challenges into opportunities, leveraging advanced AI and st...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate innovation in document verification by leading a team of data scientists. Drive technical direction, oversee ML lifecycle, and ensure high-quality solutions that meet business needs while m...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative document verification solutions. Drive technical direction, mentor data scientists, and ensure quality across the ML lifecycle while collaborating with cross...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Grow your career with a leading role in computer vision and machine learning, guiding teams through the ML lifecycle to enhance document verification solutions while collaborating with engineering and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform document verification solutions by leading ML projects, guiding data scientists, and ensuring high-quality model performance throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

California City, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Pioneer innovative document verification solutions by leading a team of data scientists. Oversee the entire ML lifecycle, ensuring quality and performance while collaborating with engineering and prod...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $160K *

Transform employee experiences by designing and developing scalable models using machine learning and statistical methods. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful solutions and comm...

1 week ago

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

$136K - $184K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on advanced data science, optimizing capacity planning through machine learning and statistical modeling. Collaborate with experts to drive impactful solut...

6 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Build the foundation for an AI-native data organization by designing core data models, pipelines, and governance practices that empower teams to make strategic decisions with trusted data while ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to build an AI-native data foundation, designing core models and pipelines that empower strategic decisions across the organization while ensuring data security and governance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $214K *

Lead the charge in advancing machine learning solutions, driving impactful data science projects by collaborating with cross-functional teams and deploying scalable models to enhance business decision...

3 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.

  • 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.