Director, Data Scientist Jobs

Explore Director, Data Scientist opportunities for experienced leaders ready to shape data strategy and guide high-impact teams. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior roles across data science, analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.

What Does a Director of Data Science Do?

Directors of data science set the vision for how an organization uses data to make decisions and build products. They lead data scientists and cross-functional partners, prioritize analytical initiatives, and connect technical work to business goals. Depending on the organization, the title may appear as Director of Data Science, Director of Data Scientists, or Director, Data Scientist.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop data science strategy and roadmaps aligned with organizational priorities.
  • Manage, mentor, and grow teams of data scientists and analytical leaders.
  • Oversee machine learning, statistical modeling, experimentation, and predictive analytics initiatives.
  • Partner with product, engineering, finance, marketing, and executive teams.
  • Communicate findings, risks, and recommendations to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
  • Promote responsible data practices, model quality, and effective governance.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for a strong background in data science or a related quantitative field, demonstrated leadership experience, and the ability to turn complex analysis into measurable outcomes. Useful capabilities include statistical modeling, machine learning, data engineering fluency, experimentation, communication, strategic planning, and team development. Requirements vary by company, industry, and role.

Find Director, Data Scientist Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted professional opportunities and compare roles by responsibilities, required experience, industry, and location. Search Ladders to discover Director, Data Scientist jobs and other senior data science leadership positions paying $100,000 or more.

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$210K - $250K *

Lead and inspire a diverse team of data scientists to drive product strategy, utilizing data insights to enhance offerings and influence cross-functional collaboration for impactful decision-making...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $361K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team to innovate and scale AI solutions that drive enterprise transformation. Shape the future of generative AI and autonomous systems while influencing strate...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$189K - $361K *

Unlock your potential by leading transformative AI initiatives that drive enterprise-wide innovation and automation. Guide a high-performing team to architect scalable solutions, bridging cutting-edge...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$189K - $361K *

Unlock the potential of AI by leading a dynamic team to architect and scale innovative generative AI solutions. Drive enterprise-wide transformation through strategic vision, technical execution, and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$189K - $361K *

Innovate with us to lead transformative AI initiatives, architecting scalable solutions and guiding a high-performing team to drive enterprise-wide automation and strategic differentiation in a rapidl...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Lead the data science and analytics team to drive impactful decisions, optimize processes, and enhance business outcomes through advanced machine learning and predictive modeling in a collaborative en...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $280K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into impactful business narratives. Collaborate with C-suite executives and stakeholders to drive strategic decisions, ensuring alignment between data insights and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in optimizing client insights and measurement strategies, ensuring data-driven decision-making and enhanced campaign effectiveness while managing a diverse analytics team and fostering...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data science expertise to drive strategic insights and enhance campaign performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build advanced models and deliver impactf...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K *

Shape the future of data-driven marketing by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to deliver impactful insights and strategies that enhance client campaigns and drive business growth acr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $215K *

Drive impactful data science initiatives by partnering with teams to enhance campaign performance through advanced analytics and machine learning. Lead projects, mentor talent, and foster a data-drive...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $141K *

Elevate client growth by leveraging advanced data science solutions. Collaborate across teams to transform complex datasets into actionable insights, driving audience engagement and optimizing strateg...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $141K *

Empower client growth by leveraging advanced data science techniques to analyze and optimize audience engagement. Collaborate across teams to deliver actionable insights and innovative solutions that...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $141K *

Join a team that's redefining audience engagement through innovative data science solutions. Leverage your expertise to drive client growth by transforming complex datasets into actionable insights an...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $141K *

Unlock advanced audience development by leveraging data science to drive client growth. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring precise targeting and actionable insights fro...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $141K *

Join us to drive client growth through innovative data science solutions. Collaborate across teams to analyze complex datasets, develop ML workflows, and translate insights into actionable strategies...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $141K *

Join a team that's driving client growth through innovative data science solutions. This hands-on role involves navigating complex datasets to deliver actionable insights and optimize audience engagem...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $141K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading advanced audience development and data science initiatives. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive client growth and opt...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $141K *

Unlock insights by transforming complex media data into actionable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and scalability through advanced analytics and automation, d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $195K *

Drive impactful data science initiatives by building and operating ML systems. Manage end-to-end processes from modeling to evaluation, while mentoring a lean team and collaborating across departments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$160K - $190K *

Lead and innovate as you build a data science team that transforms manufacturing and supply chain data into actionable insights, driving efficiency and strategic decision-making across the organizatio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining scientific data management in drug discovery. Lead the scientific data team, bridging scientists and engineers to ensure data integrity, quality, and innovative solutions...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $315K *

Partner with us to drive data partnerships, shaping strategy and execution. Lead sourcing, negotiations, and relationship management to create value in a rapidly evolving market. Build a team and esta...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $205K *

Elevate scientific rigor in real-world evidence development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure agent conceptualization and evaluation meet scientific standards, driving impactful solut...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K *

Advance data-driven strategies by leveraging AI and machine learning to optimize advertising effectiveness, enhance audience targeting, and drive campaign performance through innovative solutions and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    A Director, Data Scientist sets data science priorities, leads teams, and oversees analytical or machine learning initiatives that support business goals. The exact scope varies by organization.

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    Many roles seek substantial experience in data science or a related quantitative discipline, a record of leading teams or complex initiatives, and strong communication and strategic skills. Specific degree and technical requirements differ by employer.

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    Commonly valued skills include machine learning, statistical analysis, experimentation, data strategy, stakeholder communication, project prioritization, and people leadership.

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