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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$80K - $120K *

Empower investigative initiatives through advanced fraud analytics, transforming diverse datasets into actionable intelligence. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Explore advanced fraud analytics to enhance federal oversight initiatives. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to transform complex data into actionable insights, utilizing statistical methods a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize enterprise data initiatives by supporting Fabric AI projects, enhancing data pipelines, and driving analytics operations across multiple business functions. Collaborate with teams to ensure d...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $271K *

Drive the strategy and evolution of technology and analytics in Clinical Development, overseeing AWS-based platforms and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data-dr...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enterprise data governance efforts to enhance data quality, compliance, and trust. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish frameworks and drive initiatives that ensure effective...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in data governance strategy, ensuring data quality, compliance, and operational excellence across the enterprise. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to shape governance standards...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform healthcare data solutions by designing scalable architectures, optimizing data pipelines, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-qu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $93K *

Join our team to develop predictive models that enhance fundraising efforts and improve engagement strategies. This hands-on role combines data analysis with stakeholder communication, transforming co...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead strategic planning and execution across complex, cross-organizational engineering initiatives, enhancing release predictability and operational discipline while collaborating with senior leadersh...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate our engineering efficiency by leading comprehensive planning and execution across multifaceted, cross-organizational programs, ensuring release predictability and visibility through expert tec...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in research data management, overseeing data collection and compliance for clinical studies. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and ensure high-quality...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving large-scale, cross-functional programs at the intersection of data, analytics, and AI. Ensure project deliverables align with business goals while coordinating diverse inter...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $236K *

Elevate our analytics strategy by leading commercial insights that empower Research leadership. Drive performance measurement, enhance data governance, and foster a culture of data-driven decision-mak...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $236K *

Join a team that's leading the transformation of business analytics through data-driven insights. This senior role shapes the analytics strategy to optimize commercial performance and drive impactful...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $236K *

Analyze and drive commercial analytics strategy, establishing strong insights that empower senior leadership's strategic decisions and enhance business performance across a complex, multi-functional e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$148K - $224K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of finance and strategy, driving complex, multi-year commercial agreements and fundraising processes, while collaborating with leadership and diverse teams for...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading analytics initiatives that drive client success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights, mentor talent, and enhance strategic processes in a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$229K - $262K *

Champion innovative data science solutions to enhance model governance and drive business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage advanced analytics and machine learning, ensurin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $250K *

Lead a team of Coding Fellows by fostering relationships, managing performance, and ensuring quality across multiple projects. Collaborate with delivery teams to support Fellows' development and creat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in machine learning solutions, guiding a team to create impactful models for life sciences clients, while shaping technical direction and mentoring engineers throughout the project lif...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Lead innovative AI systems from inception to execution, shaping solutions through deep customer collaboration. Leverage technical expertise to mentor teams and deliver complex projects that impact rea...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of energy by leveraging geospatial data to build predictive models that enhance infrastructure resilience, prevent wildfires, and inform critical investment decisions in a collaborati...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $188K *

Lead the governance strategy for enterprise data, ensuring compliance, security, and effective management across platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement standards, monitor governance, an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $188K *

Lead the charge in shaping data governance strategies for a dynamic Enterprise Data Platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement standards that ensure compliance, security, and effective data...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $220K *

Pioneer data-driven decision-making by leading our data science practice. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable analytics frameworks and transform complex data into actionable insi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.