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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$155K - $210K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive strategic growth and profitability across a portfolio of key accounts, fostering strong partnerships and aligning cross-divisional strategies to enhance customer experienc...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $170K *

Shape the future of pricing strategy by leading complex deal governance and analytics. Collaborate across teams to enhance deal integrity and leverage AI-driven tools for efficient pricing models, ens...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $180K *

Transform the sales landscape by leading strategic initiatives that enhance performance management, forecasting, and accountability across the commercial organization, driving profitable growth and ac...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the strategy and execution of innovative consumer payment solutions, driving growth and engagement through targeted rewards and offers while collaborating across multip...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Innovate cutting-edge AI and Computer Vision solutions in a dynamic team. Collaborate with experts to optimize algorithms and deliver impactful geospatial insights. All experience levels welcome to ap...

Redmond, WARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on advancing Geospatial AI. Collaborate with experts to develop cutting-edge solutions in AI and Computer Vision, transforming vast data into acti...

Reston, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$317K - $475K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of contact center solutions. Lead a global team, engage with enterprise customers, and drive technical strategy while delivering innovative solutions that address...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Transform healthcare analytics by leading the development of APR-DRG audit criteria. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance payment integrity through data-driven insights and innovative so...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of healthcare operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring optimal performance and patient satisfaction across a 24/7 Care Concierge function while driving continuous improvement an...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Transform internal technology strategy and oversight, leading a remote team in governance, AI adoption, and service management to enhance infrastructure and employee experience while ensuring complian...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$213K - $321K *

Lead and develop a high-performing sales team, driving regional growth through effective strategy, coaching, and relationship-building. Own forecasting and operational cadence while fostering a cultur...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $222K *

Champion client success by leading post-sale operations, ensuring seamless onboarding, delivery, and retention. Drive growth through strategic account management and operational excellence while foste...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $120K *

Lead product delivery for a major federal IT program, overseeing multiple teams and ensuring timely execution of product line deliverables. Drive strategic planning, manage dependencies, and enhance d...

Rockville, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $172K *

Shape the future of technology delivery by leading complex, cross-functional programs that drive business value. Oversee strategic initiatives, ensuring excellence in execution, client satisfaction, a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $107K *

Lead talent acquisition strategies to enhance recruiting operations for healthcare professionals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive revenue growth, improve fill rates, and build sustain...

Florida, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by ensuring data accuracy in a conversational analytics platform. Collaborate with Product Management, Data Science, and Engineering to enhance user queries and improve data represent...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$159K - $211K *

Join us in transforming quality operations by leading a robust PACE quality program, ensuring compliance and care excellence while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance participant outcomes and...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing brand advertising strategy, budget, and execution across multiple channels. Lead a team and collaborate with agencies to enhance brand visibility an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a strategic role focused on enhancing project management standards and integrating enterprise initiatives. Collaborate with leaders to improve clarity, prioritization, and execu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$164K - $213K *

Champion innovative programming solutions to enhance clinical studies, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead programming strategies for assigned compounds...

New Jersey, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $258K *

Elevate your career by managing executive relationships and driving strategic initiatives for top-tier clients. Lead virtual teams to deliver tailored ServiceNow solutions, ensuring exceptional custom...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Manage financial planning and performance analysis for the GTM organization, partnering with leadership across Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to drive revenue growth and profitability through...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $237K *

Shape the future of engineering communication by leading our technical content strategy. Collaborate with engineers to elevate their work, enhance public presence, and drive impactful narratives that...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$246K - $332K *

Shape the future of health economics and outcomes research by leading strategic initiatives across the nephrology portfolio, ensuring high-quality evidence generation and collaboration with cross-func...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in AI and Machine Learning innovation, designing and deploying transformative models to enhance user experience, drive business growth, and improve operational efficiency collaborative...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.