Director of Data Science Jobs

Explore Director of Data Science jobs that pay $100,000 or more on Ladders. These senior roles combine technical expertise, business strategy, and people leadership to help organizations turn data into better decisions, products, and results. Browse vetted opportunities across industries and find a position that matches your experience and career goals.

What Does a Director of Data Science Do?

A Director of Data Science leads teams that develop and apply data-driven solutions. Responsibilities often include setting analytics and machine learning strategy, guiding model development, building data science teams, and partnering with executives and department leaders. Directors also help ensure that data initiatives address meaningful business needs and that results are communicated clearly to stakeholders.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a strong background in data science, statistics, machine learning, or a related field, along with experience managing technical teams. Relevant skills may include Python or R, statistical modeling, machine learning, data visualization, experimentation, and cloud or data platform technologies. Strategic thinking, communication, and the ability to connect technical work with business outcomes are also important.

Career Opportunities for Data Science Leaders

Director of Data Science roles are available in sectors such as technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and consulting. Depending on the organization, the position may focus on product analytics, artificial intelligence, customer insights, risk, or enterprise data strategy. Some directors advance to vice president or chief data and analytics leadership roles as they take on broader organizational responsibility.

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$170K *

Lead the strategy and evolution of enterprise BI platforms, ensuring scalability, security, and operational excellence. Drive innovation and collaboration across teams to deliver impactful business in...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of business intelligence and analytics. Lead the strategy and evolution of our BI platforms, ensuring scalability, security, and operational excellence to empower...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$129K - $184K *

Elevate clinical data management by overseeing data integrity and quality across studies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure timely delivery of clinical data analyses, drivi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Unlock insights by leading data-driven sales forecasting initiatives, analyzing trends, and developing robust models to influence strategic revenue decisions while collaborating with cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$195K - $226K *

Optimize data science initiatives by leading cross-functional teams in developing actionable insights using advanced analytics and machine learning techniques. Mentor junior talents while driving inno...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Play a key role in transforming raw data into actionable insights by building machine-learning systems. Collaborate across teams to analyze complex datasets and create innovative models for logistics...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$203K - $248K *

Lead and empower a talented team to drive innovative AI and data management solutions, support user communities, and enhance strategic initiatives in advanced computing across NERSC, advancing critica...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$203K - $248K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in AI and data management while leading and mentoring a talented team dedicated to advancing computational capabilities and user engagement in a collaborative research env...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a forward-thinking team to lead Business Intelligence, enhancing data-driven strategies and analytics. Drive integration with the new ERP system, establish a Self-Service BI platform, and optimiz...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$216K - $236K *

Join a team that's redefining AI product management by driving ROI through innovative solutions. Lead the development of AI capabilities that enhance Alteryx workflows, ensuring faster, better, and ch...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$169K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of analytics. Lead a high-performing BI department, drive the analytics strategy across various brands, and enhance data-driven decision-making while collaboratin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Engage stakeholders and elevate brand awareness by defining and implementing robust communication strategies. Build trusted relationships within the community and lead recruitment efforts in a competi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$268K - $381K *

Lead a dynamic team in shaping AI product strategy and driving impactful initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance platform capabilities, ensuring alignment with business goals and deliver...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$215K - $305K *

Drive the product strategy and roadmap for a cutting-edge AI platform, leading a team to enhance core capabilities and ensure alignment with client needs, while fostering relationships and delivering...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead data management initiatives, ensuring quality deliverables and compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to enhance processes and drive efficiencies in cli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing AI strategy to enhance operational efficiency and customer service. Drive innovation in pest activity forecasting and team building, ensuring impactful AI sol...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$138K - $207K *

Lead innovative data science practices, optimizing forecasting and planning models that drive efficiency and decision-making across global supply chains while mentoring a talented team of data scienti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $170K *

Lead a high-output data science team, driving end-to-end project delivery and technical direction. Engage deeply in data engineering, governance, and production model delivery while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $260K *

Elevate your career by leading the evolution of data products and analytics. Drive strategy, enhance self-service capabilities, and transform data into actionable insights that empower decision-making...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$157K - $251K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in data science to transform business insights. Lead predictive modeling efforts and the data science team, collaborating with stakeholders to cultivate actionabl...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $211K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative data solutions that enhance business workflows and drive automation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into actionable insigh...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation in cyber defense by developing advanced machine-learning analytics. Collaborate with analysts to transform operational challenges into actionable insights, enhancing security measu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $266K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading advanced analytics projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop machine learning models that enhance business strategies and drive in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$161K - $266K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading advanced analytics projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop machine learning models that enhance business strategies and drive in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$161K - $266K *

Lead the development of advanced analytical solutions, leveraging machine learning and statistical techniques to drive business insights and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    A Director of Data Science sets direction for data science and analytics initiatives, leads technical teams, and works with business leaders to apply data, statistics, and machine learning to organizational goals.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of Data Science jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for substantial experience in data science or a related discipline, a track record leading teams, and expertise in areas such as statistical modeling, machine learning, and data strategy. Requirements vary by company and industry.

  • What skills are important for a Director of Data Science?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include machine learning, programming, statistical analysis, data visualization, experimentation, team leadership, strategic planning, and clear communication with technical and nontechnical stakeholders.

  • What industries hire Directors of Data Science?question toggle

    Technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other industries hire data science leaders to support product development, customer insights, forecasting, risk management, and business strategy.

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

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary details.