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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$223K - $307K *

Shape the future of R&D finance by driving capital allocation, optimizing engineering operations, and building a high-performing team to support rapid growth in AI-enabled software development...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $195K *

Empower customer engagement by leading the lifecycle marketing function. Develop high-performing teams and strategies to enhance product adoption and retention. Leverage data-driven insights to drive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $195K *

Shape the future of lifecycle marketing by leading a high-performing team, defining strategies that connect customer engagement to measurable outcomes, and driving product adoption through innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $195K *

Strategize and lead innovative lifecycle marketing initiatives, shaping customer engagement across B2B SaaS audiences. Build and develop a high-performing team while driving measurable outcomes from p...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $195K *

Redefine lifecycle marketing by leading a high-performing team to drive customer engagement and retention. Leverage data-driven strategies to connect product adoption to measurable growth outcomes acr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$62K - $124K *

Manage and lead scripted recording sessions, guiding participants to create authentic interactions with smart-home voice assistants while ensuring high-quality standards and efficient production flow...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$265K - $398K *

Lead the charge in shaping AI-driven products through strategic vision and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer journeys and leverage powerful insights, driving rapi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Join a team that's building cutting-edge NLP pipelines to transform research intelligence. Lead domain-specific content modeling from evaluation through production, ensuring impactful outcomes in a co...

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3 weeks ago

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

$193K - $289K *

Join a team that's transforming scientific research by embedding AI into workflows, enhancing drug discovery processes. Lead a focused team to design and deploy innovative agentic systems, driving imp...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading data-driven strategies that enhance Teaching and Learning programs. Collaborate with key stakeholders to analyze, report, and improve outcomes through effective data manage...

2 weeks ago

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

$127K - $237K *

Pioneer innovative analytics systems as you transform complex data into intuitive and actionable insights. Lead R&D teams to design state-of-the-art user interfaces that drive business value for globa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$148K - $175K *

Innovate insights into AI's economic impact by synthesizing diverse data sources, collaborating with experts, and shaping industry narratives to drive strategic executive decisions and elevate market...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $100K *

Elevate insights through strategic data analysis, driving enhancements across multiple departments to optimize operations, automate processes, and empower decision-making with actionable information f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leveraging data analytics to provide impactful insights. Utilize advanced techniques for large-scale data processing and analysis, while supporting mission-critical projects wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $97K *

Analyze, design, and manage data systems to enhance decision-making. Lead data integration, reporting, and analytics initiatives while ensuring database security and data integrity. Collaborate with s...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion data-driven strategies to enhance marketing performance, mentor a team, and lead client engagements. Drive analytics, AI, and automation initiatives while ensuring actionable insights and mea...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$213K - $243K *

Champion the development of a robust commercial data strategy, ensuring high-quality, AI-ready data solutions that drive impactful decision-making and enhance commercial performance across the organiz...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving data science solutions that transform healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver predictive models, ensuring high-quality data products from inception t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll analyze customer data to drive business success, enhance operational efficiency, and communicate insights with stakeholders through effective visualizations and dashbo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $200K *

Innovate and oversee cutting-edge NLP pipelines, owning modeling end-to-end for extracting valuable insights from vast scientific texts. Collaborate closely with engineers and stakeholders to drive im...

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

$187K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading Clinical Data Management initiatives, ensuring compliance and quality across clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data integrity and operati...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at Army formations by leading the autonomy integration campaign. Drive customer relationships, oversee pipeline management, and convert prototypes into funded positions while shapi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $299K *

Transform data governance by leading teams to optimize processes, enhance data quality, and drive marketing performance. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to implement innovative solutions and ens...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$92K - $136K *

Help us drive customer success by owning and optimizing digital engagement programs. You'll lead strategy, build automated journeys, and analyze performance to enhance customer experiences and ensure...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$268K - $395K *

Lead the charge in shaping AI-driven ads relevance systems, designing and building ML models that enhance personalization and optimize marketplace performance, while collaborating across teams to exec...

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

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.