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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$160K - $185K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading the architecture and evolution of a robust enterprise data platform, ensuring reliability and integration across analytics, reporting, and AI capabiliti...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer cross-functional programs, managing teams to deliver crucial initiatives. Drive alignment across departments, enhance operational excellence, and elevate program delivery practices while track...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading a cross-functional team to define data strategy, manage the data estate, and deliver impactful analytics solutions while fostering innovation and collaboration across th...

Denver, CORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$152K - $223K *

Lead the charge in establishing and guiding an Enterprise API Office, ensuring scalable API governance and collaboration across teams to enhance capabilities and drive efficiency in API management and...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Elevate safety data management by leading GPS operations, ensuring compliance and quality in safety reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system workflows and drive improvement...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by driving data engineering excellence in Palantir Foundry, transforming legacy systems into robust pipelines and applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to de...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $190K *

Champion the transition of analytical methods from lab to manufacturing, ensuring the delivery of innovative neurological therapies through close collaboration across teams and management of external...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $165K *

Lead the charge in expanding market share and driving growth in the UAV industry by developing teams, forging partnerships, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance revenue and operational ef...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $205K *

Lead the charge in architecting AI-driven solutions for enterprise clients, transforming complex data governance challenges into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to shape product evo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $231K *

Lead initiatives to enhance Commercial/Medicare networks by negotiating agreements, managing provider relationships, and collaborating cross-functionally to meet strategic goals and improve healthcare...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $168K *

Lead the charge in federal grant management for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, overseeing compliance, budgeting, and operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective grant administration a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate the delivery of innovative AI features by developing end-to-end solutions that enhance user experiences, from prototyping to production. Collaborate in a dynamic team to create reliable AI...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $270K *

Transform marketing strategies by leading AI and automation initiatives across go-to-market operations. Drive innovation, governance, and team development while ensuring measurable impact on revenue a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $203K *

Optimize healthcare data insights by analyzing EHR and clinical data to drive performance measures and actionable analyses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality, access, and outc...

North Carolina, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$500K+*

Pioneer renewable investing strategies that shape client relationships and drive growth. Oversee a talented team, influence market approaches, and enhance Crux's offerings while cultivating partnershi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $275K *

Transform regulatory affairs in oncology by leading strategic submission initiatives and cross-functional collaborations, ensuring compliance and quality for impactful development programs. Drive regu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $173K *

Drive impactful customer success within our Scaled team by leading, coaching, and inspiring members to optimize client engagement and satisfaction, ensuring measurable value and improving operational...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Innovate marketing strategies to drive capital solutions for clean energy developers. Lead initiatives from strategy to execution, ensuring impactful positioning and alignment across teams to enhance...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $210K *

Lead the charge in advancing research for coaching practices, ensuring scientific integrity, guiding educational strategies, and mentoring future research leaders to enhance the Institute's credibilit...

Belmont, MARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to creating impactful medical education content for healthcare providers and patients. Collaborate closely with scientific and account teams to deliver high-quality materi...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $250K *

Shape the future of digital lending by leading product management teams to enhance acquisition and servicing experiences. Drive strategic vision, optimize user journeys, and foster cross-functional co...

Dallas, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $184K *

Shape the future of customer success by leading a high-performing team, optimizing operations, and driving engagement and retention strategies to achieve key performance indicators and enhance client...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $240K *

Help us provide scientific and strategic leadership for bioanalysis in ocular therapeutics, owning the outsourcing model and guiding the development of an internal lab while ensuring compliance and qu...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $165K *

Lead the charge in advancing marketing capabilities by translating business strategies into impactful product outcomes. Drive innovation across multiple channels, enhancing customer engagement and del...

Somerville, MARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $234K *

Drive partner operations strategies to transform relationships into revenue, enhancing processes and performance frameworks. Collaborate with leadership to integrate AI tools and optimize partner enga...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.

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    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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