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.
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.
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.
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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Transform your career by leading enterprise applications strategy and delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, drive AI adoption, and ensure robust application architect...
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Director, Political & Commercial Insights
$140K - $160K *
Lead quantitative research initiatives to provide data-driven insights for clients, leveraging analytics expertise and communications skills to foster strategic partnerships and influence decisions wi...
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Engineer data strategies and methodologies for emerging sectors, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Lead a team while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance data accuracy and...
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Senior Director, Client Growth & Strategy, DHS
$200K - $250K *
Reimagine growth strategies within federal agencies, focusing on enhancing digital services and customer engagement. Leverage your expertise to drive business development, capture opportunities, and f...
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Senior Director, Client Sales & Insights
$165K - $200K *
Lead the charge in driving commercial activation and revenue growth for a multi-million-dollar portfolio, leveraging strategic insights and AI to enhance client engagement and deliver measurable resul...
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Join a dynamic team to design and implement AI workflows that integrate models, enterprise data, and business logic, delivering reliable production solutions and collaborating with various stakeholder...
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Data Scientist, 2027 Graduate U.S.
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Optimize data analysis and experimentation strategies, partnering with cross-functional teams to derive actionable insights from extensive datasets, enhancing product innovation and business decision...
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Director - Data, Analytics & AI
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Elevate your career by leading data, analytics, and AI initiatives that drive strategic decision-making and operational excellence. Shape the future of our data ecosystem while collaborating with seni...
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Senior Manager, Product - Decision Support
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Empower your career by leading product strategy and development in healthcare. Drive innovation, validate growth opportunities, and collaborate across teams to deliver impactful solutions from concept...
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Lead the development of innovative AI products that empower job seekers with evidence-based coaching and actionable insights, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to shape impactful...
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Elevate client outcomes by managing complex AI and data programs. Serve as the primary contact for multi-geo teams, ensuring technical delivery aligns with business goals. Foster strong relationships...
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Champion the future of healthcare by leading cutting-edge ML research in NLP and clinical AI. Collaborate with experts to translate innovative ideas into impactful solutions that enhance patient outco...
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Manager, Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning
$158K - $170K *
Lead the development of predictive models integrating advanced ML techniques to drive strategic decision-making across credit risk, collections, and business operations while mentoring data scientists...
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Applied Research Scientist, World Model
$185K - $312K *
Engineer the future of home shopping by developing a foundational AI model that integrates market dynamics, consumer behavior, and economic factors to enhance user experience and decision-making in re...
1 week ago
Director, Product Management - Enterprise Data Platform
$107K - $150K *
Shape the future of our enterprise data platform by leading product strategy, defining capabilities, and ensuring alignment across business and technology teams to deliver scalable, secure, and truste...
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Join a team that's building and optimizing a robust internal data platform to enhance product insights, streamline data ingestion, and ensure data quality for analytics and reporting. Collaborate with...
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Drive the creation of high-quality educational materials for the pharmaceutical industry, leveraging scientific expertise to support client objectives and foster business growth through strategic mark...
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Join a team that's driving enterprise-level strategic statistical leadership across Biostatistics. You'll oversee programs, mentor statisitians, and ensure collaboration for successful drug developmen...
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Drive analytical solutions by leading projects, applying advanced data analysis, and collaborating with clients to deliver actionable insights across energy initiatives including efficiency and sustai...
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$150K - $180K *
Engineers a scalable data platform architecture aligning with business goals. Drive high-impact decisions, mentor team members, and ensure data quality while collaborating across functions to enhance...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$140K - $185K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, manage roadmaps, and enhance customer experiences. Lead product initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals while mentoring j...
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Drive the planning and execution of complex therapeutic programs from discovery to clinic. Serve as a senior program management partner, ensuring successful execution and alignment across cross-functi...
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$148K - $223K *
Unlock advanced analytical capabilities by leading data science initiatives that drive strategic decision-making and deliver impactful insights across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders t...
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Shape the future of AI governance by leading a dedicated team to drive responsible adoption and implementation of AI solutions, guiding stakeholders towards high-value opportunities while ensuring com...
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Elevate data privacy standards by leading a comprehensive privacy program. Collaborate across teams to integrate privacy-by-design principles, enhance data governance, and ensure compliance while enab...
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What does a Director, Data Scientist do?
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.
What qualifications are common for Director of Data Science jobs?
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.
What skills are important for a Director, Data Scientist?
Commonly valued skills include machine learning, statistical analysis, experimentation, data strategy, stakeholder communication, project prioritization, and people leadership.
How can I find Director, Data Scientist jobs paying $100,000 or more?
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