Director, Data Analytics Jobs

Discover Director, Data Analytics opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of data analytics shape how organizations turn complex information into clear business decisions. They set analytics priorities, guide talented teams, and partner with leaders across the business to make data a strategic advantage.

What Does a Director of Data Analytics Do?

A Director of Data Analytics leads the people, processes, and platforms that support an organization’s analytical work. Responsibilities may include defining an analytics roadmap, overseeing reporting and advanced analysis, establishing data quality and governance practices, and translating findings into recommendations for executives. The role often connects business goals with data science, engineering, product, finance, marketing, or operations teams.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for a blend of analytical expertise and leadership. Relevant strengths may include statistical analysis, business intelligence, data visualization, forecasting, experimentation, and proficiency with SQL or analytics platforms. Directors also need to communicate insights clearly, prioritize competing requests, build effective teams, and influence decisions across departments. Requirements vary by company, industry, and the scope of the role.

Career Opportunities in Data Analytics Leadership

Director-level analytics roles are available across industries that rely on data to understand customers, improve operations, manage risk, and plan for growth. Depending on the organization, the position may lead a centralized analytics function or focus on a particular business area. Explore listings to compare responsibilities, leadership scope, workplace arrangements, and compensation details.

Find Director, Data Analytics Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review current Director, Data Analytics openings and identify roles that match your leadership experience, technical background, and career goals.

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$144K - $288K *

Drive strategic technology initiatives by leading program delivery and team development. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to ensure financial discipline and measurable outcomes while fosterin...

Connecticut, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing cloud-based data platforms, ensuring scalability and performance across relational, NoSQL, and vector databases while collaborating with AI and engineering...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of AI by leading advanced analytics initiatives, optimizing workflows, and deploying innovative solutions for enterprise clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impa...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving product strategy and execution for data and identity solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful products, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $240K *

Lead the development of client data strategies and actuarial studies, ensuring accurate financial projections and effective communication with clients. Collaborate with teams to optimize health benefi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$241K - $301K *

Accelerate collaboration with DOE National Laboratories by identifying and developing quantum computing applications. Leverage deep technical knowledge to align innovative solutions with DOE’s mission...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $186K *

Advance your career by providing strategic legal counsel on data governance, privacy, and cybersecurity within a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compli...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $250K *

Shape the future of global sales strategy by leading initiatives that drive partner growth and sales enablement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, enhance capabilities, an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic growth in the crypto sector, managing both greenfield and upsell opportunities. Lead enterprise sales cycles, consult with clients, and collaborate across teams to maximize account pot...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $125K *

Elevate your career by mastering data governance and engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design automated pipelines, ensuring data accuracy and integrity across systems while drivi...

Wrangell, AKRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead client relationships and drive strategic growth while ensuring high-quality delivery. Collaborate across teams to align marketing efforts with client objectives and mentor account strategists for...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by overseeing financial strategies, driving performance analysis, and ensuring compliance. Leverage your expertise in financial management to shape fiscal success and guide oper...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $230K *

Pioneer a high-performing sales team, driving revenue growth through strategic leadership and client engagement. Shape the future of our corporate sales efforts by optimizing processes and fostering c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower data-driven insights by architecting robust data platforms, overseeing ingestion and transformation across diverse customers, and mentoring a growing team while ensuring data integrity and per...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Explore accounting mastery by managing share-based compensation, pensions, and more in a dynamic finance team. Drive compliance and enhance processes to excel as a public company while collaborating c...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$111K - $145K *

Lead transformative IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate across departments to translate business needs into actionable plans while mana...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Drive customer success and system reliability by leading a high-impact, agile engineering team focused on short-term initiatives that enhance product adoption and solve complex integration challenges...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$370K - $490K *

Join a dynamic team to lead enterprise retail sales, driving strategic growth across diverse categories. Coach senior Account Executives, manage complex deals, and build relationships with top merchan...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $145K *

Drive high-level analytical support for U.S. Government trade initiatives, conducting in-depth research on policy, supply chains, and economic security while preparing actionable insights for senior s...

Washington, DCRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$167K - $200K *

Empower strategic innovation in cybersecurity by leading research initiatives, fostering industry collaborations, and guiding decision-making to enhance organizational impact and reputation in the fie...

Santa Clara, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming sales operations for the AMER region, driving strategic planning, forecasting, and execution excellence while fostering cross-functional collaboration and data-driven d...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $190K *

Unlock your potential by leading Identity and Access Management initiatives, enhancing operational effectiveness, and managing talent within a dynamic team. Leverage technical expertise to optimize bu...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance member engagement through strategic initiatives, events, and relationship-building. Drive value for members while fostering collaboration across departments in a fast-pa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $185K *

Transform the future of healthcare sourcing by leading strategic initiatives, managing a dedicated team, and driving cost-saving projects across Facilities categories to ensure high-quality service de...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $249K *

Empower the development of a transformative Medicare Stars Performance Strategy. Lead cross-functional collaboration, drive market expansion, and deliver measurable quality improvements to enhance mem...

Missouri, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Data Analytics do?question toggle

    A Director of Data Analytics sets analytics priorities, leads teams, oversees analytical methods and reporting, and helps stakeholders use data to make informed business decisions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director, Data Analytics jobs?question toggle

    Requirements differ by employer, but postings often seek substantial analytics experience, leadership ability, strong communication skills, and familiarity with tools and methods such as SQL, business intelligence, data visualization, statistics, or forecasting.

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    Compensation varies based on industry, location, company size, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check each listing for its specific salary information.

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    Organizations across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other sectors hire analytics leaders to guide decisions, improve performance, and support growth.

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    Browse the current category listings on Ladders, then review each role’s responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, and work arrangement to find opportunities that fit your goals.