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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$108K - $157K *

Optimize data-driven strategies by transforming raw analytics into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance marketplace dynamics and drive measurable business outcomes i...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$160K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading data, analytics, and AI initiatives that drive strategic decision-making and operational excellence. Shape the future of our data ecosystem while collaborating with seni...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the creation of impactful scientific content, enhancing medical education and patient outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally, mentor writers, and drive excellence in heal...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$218K - $230K *

Transform advertiser outcomes by owning analytics and experimentation strategy. Lead algorithm development for ad pacing and budget allocation, applying advanced data science in high-throughput enviro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$192K - $202K *

Drive analytics and algorithmic strategies that optimize ad performance across platforms, balancing user experience with advertiser goals. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement groundbreaking so...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building and delivering data products that empower leadership and client engagements. This hands-on role requires strategic oversight and collaboration to ensure high-quality analyt...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Own the end-to-end lifecycle of data science projects, delivering machine learning systems across multiple domains in a collaborative environment, driving impactful solutions for both defense and comm...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $200K *

Lead and evolve omnichannel strategy across diverse clients and brands, driving integrated customer experiences that align with business objectives while enhancing strategic capabilities in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $100K *

Champion excellence in executive search by leading market mapping, building strong candidate pipelines, and conducting first-round interviews in a collaborative team environment. Your contributions dr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$175K - $210K *

Oversee strategic application of data science in insurance pricing and underwriting, managing a high-performing team to drive actionable insights and business outcomes. Champion innovation in modeling...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $269K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, develop strategies, and influence product roadmaps. Use technical expertise to solve business challenges and communicate insights effectively t...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $202K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful research and insights in analytics and AI. Collaborate with clients to identify needs, drive strategies, and produce high-quality content that shapes market tre...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving growth in Life Sciences by managing key client relationships and delivering innovative solutions. You'll oversee the entire sales process, collaborating with experts to achi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$197K - $239K *

Join us to lead AI-driven innovation in real-world data strategy, translating business priorities into actionable insights. Drive data intelligence and collaboration across teams to enhance evidence g...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Develop innovative measurement solutions by leveraging data science expertise to solve complex marketing challenges. Collaborate closely with customers and cross-functional teams to deliver insights...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $290K *

Join a team that's redefining data platforms, leading architecture and engineering efforts while shaping and scaling a reliable, next-generation data warehouse for analytics and machine learning capab...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping high-impact strategies and narratives for enterprise growth. Collaborate with senior leaders to craft compelling pitches and support organic initiatives, driving success acr...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Build a robust data foundation to elevate Market Intelligence. Drive automation and streamline data workflows, enriching insights for research and publishing, while ensuring data integrity and accessi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$206K - $261K *

Accelerate the commercialization of AI-driven solutions by leading strategy and planning efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to define go-to-market frameworks, enhance retailer experiences, and dr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$234K - $247K *

Join a dynamic team to shape AI-driven solutions for retailers, defining go-to-market strategies and driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance product offerings and market impact...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing predictive models and automating workflows. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency using advan...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as an Associate Data Scientist, leveraging your expertise in statistics and machine learning to develop data-driven solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support strate...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Empower decision-making by utilizing data-driven insights to enhance operations, supporting growth through statistical modeling and AI techniques while maintaining compliance in a complex regulatory e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$242K - $328K *

Shape the future of AI in research by leading innovative projects, establishing best practices, and building high-performing teams to develop advanced AI/ML solutions that drive scientific and operati...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$147K - $217K *

Lead transformative analytics initiatives in life sciences, driving innovation and client success. Mentor teams, enhance measurement standards, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver actionable...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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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    You can explore Director, Data Science opportunities on Ladders, where listings focus on professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.