Director, Data Science Jobs

Explore Director, Data Science opportunities for experienced leaders ready to shape how organizations use data. These roles combine technical depth with strategic direction, guiding teams that turn complex data into products, insights, and business outcomes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including data science leadership opportunities across industries.

What Does a Director of Data Science Do?

A Director of Data Science sets the vision for data science and machine learning initiatives, builds and mentors teams, and partners with executives and business leaders. Responsibilities may include prioritizing projects, overseeing model development and deployment, establishing measurement standards, and ensuring data practices support responsible, reliable decision-making.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Look For

Employers commonly seek a strong foundation in statistics, machine learning, experimentation, and data engineering, along with experience leading technical teams. Directors may also need to communicate complex findings clearly, connect analytical work to business goals, manage budgets and roadmaps, and collaborate across product, engineering, finance, and operations.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Director-level data science roles can be found in technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, media, and other data-intensive fields. Depending on the organization, leaders may focus on applied AI, customer analytics, risk modeling, personalization, forecasting, or the development of enterprise data science platforms. The scope and requirements vary by employer and team.

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$125K - $165K *

Shape the future of data analytics by leading the design and implementation of scalable data transformation frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver trusted data products that dr...

Baltimore, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Empower your career by leading innovative GTM engineering initiatives. Drive AI workflows, automate marketing processes, and enhance productivity across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to transfo...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Lead the global intellectual property strategy for groundbreaking AI infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to protect and leverage IP assets, driving innovation and aligning with bus...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $181K *

Discover transformative opportunities by leading advanced analytics capabilities that drive performance and innovation in healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful data s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $175K *

Champion client partnerships by leveraging strategic insights and data to drive business growth, aligning solutions with partners' objectives while facilitating transformative outcomes for stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $223K *

Shape the future of pricing strategy by leading a dynamic team to optimize profitability and drive strategic decisions across SaaS and services. Collaborate with executives to enhance customer value a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Unlock the potential of data as a senior data scientist, transforming U.S. Army enterprise data into impactful analytical products and workflows, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $212K *

Drive growth through innovative demand generation strategies, leveraging data and analytics to enhance pipeline performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize marketing efforts and l...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$137K - $185K *

Engage in transforming the analytics landscape, leading the development and enforcement of enterprise metric definitions. Drive consistent and impactful reporting across teams while building data trus...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$122K - $177K *

Unlock potential by leading HRIS strategy and optimization, overseeing a team to enhance Workday and UKG systems. Drive transformation and collaboration across HR, Finance, and Operations for impactfu...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

Champion the development of healthcare marketing tools by guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, driving innovative features and optimizing user experiences to enhance HCP engag...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing revenue operations by owning HubSpot, building scalable systems, and driving growth through integrated data management. This hands-on role is pivotal in shaping our...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $175K *

Transform investment research by evaluating and integrating diverse datasets, enhancing AI-driven workflows, and driving strategic content initiatives to elevate platform value and user experience...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$179K - $248K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing strategy and driving cross-division initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction in a fast-paced corporate travel...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$227K - $280K *

Lead strategic finance initiatives to empower product decisions, driving financial evaluations and business cases for new product lines. Collaborate with C-suite and product teams to optimize resource...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$270K - $365K *

Lead a dynamic engineering organization to transform offensive capabilities into proactive defense. Shape strategy, scale teams, and deliver innovative solutions across multiple pillars, ensuring robu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $185K *

Join a team that's shaping strategic direction and driving growth across multi-account projects in medical affairs. In this senior leadership role, you'll enhance client relationships, develop teams...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $234K *

Shape the future of Hematology analytics by leading strategic insights and performance initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance field execution and drive commercial success thro...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $119K *

Lead the charge in transforming research into actionable insights for clients. Manage projects, build relationships, and deliver impactful recommendations in a fast-paced client service environment fo...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$143K - $241K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable data solutions, optimize performance, and enhance software architecture while adhering to coding standards and leveraging AI to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and optimization of HR operations. Drive compliance, enhance payroll accuracy, and build scalable processes that support a growing organization. Collaborate c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of technology project delivery by leading a high-performing team, managing strategic initiatives, and ensuring alignment with business objectives to maximize value and drive organizat...

Indianapolis, INRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical onboarding and project delivery for mid-market and enterprise clients. Drive team performance, manage escalations, and collaborate across departments to enhance c...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Drive the enterprise data strategy and governance, ensuring data quality, compliance, and accessibility. Lead cross-functional teams to foster a data-rich culture, enabling advanced analytics and AI r...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $114K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize data systems for AI/ML applications, enhancing Navy IT operations. Collaborate with engineers to ensure reliable data processing and support mission-critical...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    A Director of Data Science leads data science strategy and teams, oversees analytics and machine learning initiatives, and works with business and technical partners to deliver measurable outcomes.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Data Science jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for experience in data science or machine learning, a record of leading teams, strong communication skills, and the ability to align technical projects with business priorities. Some roles may request an advanced degree or expertise in a particular industry.

  • What industries hire Directors of Data Science?question toggle

    Organizations in technology, finance, healthcare, retail, media, and many other data-rich industries hire data science leaders. The focus of each role depends on the employer's products, customers, and data needs.

  • How much do Director, Data Science jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its stated compensation and details.

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    You can explore Director, Data Science opportunities on Ladders, where listings focus on professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.