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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$198K - $209K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in Marketing Decision Science, driving analytics for paid media, SEO, and marketing strategy. Lead a talented team while advising senior leadership on data-driv...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$202K - $255K *

Lead the charge in advancing marketing data science, managing a high-performing team to deliver advanced analytics and drive impact across paid media, SEO, and retailer marketing while collaborating w...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $210K *

Champion the development and strategy of cutting-edge AI services, overseeing a dynamic team of ML engineers and scientists to deliver impactful, reliable, and clinically sound solutions that enhance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Champion data-driven insights and solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to shape analytics practice and drive impactful decision-making across various business domains...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$161K - $210K *

Elevate workforce management by leading recruitment, onboarding, and performance strategies. Drive clinician readiness and productivity while ensuring quality care through data-driven decision-making...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in guiding cross-domain AI and data initiatives, while designing seamless data pipelines and empowering teams to deliver actionable insights and scalable data products for maximum busi...

Toronto, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $210K *

Unlock data-driven insights as a hybrid leader, balancing hands-on analytics with high-level client strategy. Drive impactful initiatives and foster cross-functional collaboration to deliver valuable...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $238K *

Design and optimize R&D operations to enhance organizational effectiveness through data-driven insights, collaboration, and governance. Partner cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead and develop a team of Product Managers to drive AI-powered product strategy, governance, and investment decisions. Shape the organization's AI capabilities while ensuring responsible AI practices...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion a dynamic team of Product Managers to drive AI-powered product strategy, governance, and investment decisions. Elevate organizational AI capabilities while ensuring responsible practices and...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping AI-powered product strategy and governance. Develop and mentor a team of Product Managers while owning P&L and driving innovation across a diverse portfolio. Elevate organiz...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $222K *

Empower teams to deliver impactful data insights that drive strategic decisions. Lead and mentor diverse analytics professionals while overseeing complex projects, ensuring alignment with business goa...

Sacramento, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $155K *

Drive innovation as you develop and deploy cutting-edge AI solutions that enhance advertising measurement products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to maximize ROI and shape technology at sc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$229K - $330K *

Transform financial strategy for GTM operations, driving growth through data-driven insights and modernized processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, optimize investme...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by owning end-to-end data initiatives. Design scalable pipelines and models that enhance product features and analytics, ensuring data quality and relia...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $203K *

Empower the distribution strategy by designing and managing rate content across channels, ensuring accurate delivery and partner trust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable progra...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic initiatives as Chief of Staff, enabling the AI & DT&A Practice Leader to excel while ensuring operational consistency and organizational clarity in a fast-paced, innovation-focused env...

Mclean, VARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $245K *

Champion clinician engagement to enhance relationships, trust, and data quality. Oversee strategic partnerships and drive insights from clinician perspectives to shape organization-wide initiatives an...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $162K *

Shape the future of enterprise data and integration services. Leverage modern data technologies and strategies to ensure data quality, enhance analytics capabilities, and lead a skilled team while col...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$200K - $245K *

Pioneer data-driven engineering for our Autonomy Data Flywheel initiative, overseeing the entire lifecycle to enhance AI-driven operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve quality a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $105K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as you apply advanced analytics to evaluate energy strategies, manage projects, and lead research efforts for utility and government clients, driving sustainability and ef...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$232K - $290K *

Lead the charge in optimizing workforce operations and analytics for multi-condition health care services. Develop strategies for capacity planning, staffing, and analytics to drive efficiency and sup...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in data analysis and psychometrics to drive innovative assessment solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance educational outcomes through advan...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$115K - $175K *

Lead and innovate within our ML Operations team, driving scalable machine learning solutions. Oversee a talented group while ensuring robust integration of ML technologies, optimizing performance, and...

San Ramon, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics and experimentation initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy machine learning solutions, driving data-driven decision-ma...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.