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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$160K - $200K *

Take ownership of product management across diverse platforms, leading initiatives from launch to adoption while leveraging user feedback to refine offerings and ensure alignment with business goals...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform identity governance through strategic leadership, comprehensive IAM technology, and rigorous control standards while driving SOX readiness and operational excellence for compliance and risk...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $162K *

Shape the future of enterprise applications by leading design and development efforts, collaborating with stakeholders, and mentoring engineers to deliver scalable solutions that enhance business oper...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $186K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of enterprise-scale applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technology solutions that enhance business operat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$148K - $178K *

Innovate enterprise-scale applications as a Staff Engineer II, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and support scalable technology solutions that enhance business operations...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $192K *

Lead and mentor a data science team to enhance LLM training practices, optimize model fine-tuning, and establish innovative solutions for complex challenges, ensuring high-quality dataset preparation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$98K - $122K *

Empower the growth of a cutting-edge experimentation function within the Sportsbook Commercial team, driving data-driven insights and personalization efforts to enhance customer retention and loyalty...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $140K *

Join the charge in transforming customer data into actionable insights. This role bridges data, marketing, and technology, driving personalized strategies and enhancing business decisions through robu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $155K *

Transform the landscape of fraud prevention using AI-driven systems. In this hands-on role, apply your expertise to design and scale solutions that tackle complex, real-world challenges in risk, trust...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $150K *

Drive impactful strategies and narratives to support enterprise growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling pitch materials and facilitate workshops, ensuring clari...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $233K *

Drive the evolution of global digital experience platforms, ensuring security, compliance, and innovation. Lead strategy, governance, and partnerships to enhance web capabilities and support product l...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the Genomics AI Initiative, coordinating complex scientific collaborations, and driving operational excellence across multidisciplinary teams to advance AI applications in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$279K - $377K *

Drive innovative AI-first product experiences from inception to global scale. Lead a dynamic engineering team, fostering collaboration and ownership. Shape strategic direction alongside product to del...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of enterprise strategy by leading impactful pitch narratives and growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop compelling presentations that drive new busines...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Champion high-impact strategies and narratives to drive enterprise growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling pitch materials and support new business opportunitie...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

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

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping high-impact strategies and narratives for enterprise growth initiatives. Collaborate across teams to develop compelling pitch materials and support new business opportunitie...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $156K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing advanced models that enhance sports betting products. Collaborate across teams to innovate, test, and deploy solutions that leverage soccer expert...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading end-to-end Decision Science initiatives, transforming complex challenges into AI-driven solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance servicing intelligence and deliver me...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $350K *

Build robust evaluation strategies and data pipelines, collaborating with scientists to enhance AI model training through rigorous scientific workflows and external datasets. Shape the future of AI by...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $188K *

Transform data management across the intelligence community by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing governance, and fostering collaboration among key stakeholders to align data initiatives with en...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $265K *

Join a team that's redefining technology and data strategy in life sciences. Lead initiatives in AI, analytics, and governance to enhance decision-making and drive business impact while collaborating...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.