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.
Associate Director, Paid Social
$96K - $135K *
Elevate your career as a strategic leader in paid social, driving growth through innovative strategies and high-performing teams. Leverage your expertise to optimize complex campaigns and foster colla...
3 days ago
Executive Director, Digital Product Management -Research
$249K - $336K *
Lead the charge in transforming research through innovative digital technology and data strategies. Drive scientific excellence by enhancing workflows and data products, ensuring Research teams have t...
6 days ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - Edge AI
$178K - $319K *
Lead the charge in developing end-to-end AI solutions leveraging large-scale data to enhance our core product offerings. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate and optimize AI applications for rea...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Director, Global Master Data Management & Data Governance
$150K - $258K *
Join a dynamic team driving Master Data Management strategies to enhance data governance and operational efficiency across global orthopedic initiatives. Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure...
Today
Senior Director, Commercialization FP&A
$244K - $305K *
Drive financial strategy and analysis for global commercialization efforts, partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and support successful product launches in the biopharmace...
3 weeks ago
$177K - $235K *
Lead the charge in shaping decision science strategies for enterprise clients. Manage a team of analysts while driving impactful analyses that enhance hiring processes and improve customer outcomes th...
1 week ago
$130K - $155K *
Join a team that's redefining data infrastructure by owning and optimizing our data pipelines, warehouse, and modeling layers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and driv...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Data Scientist, Safety Enforcement
$190K - $267K *
Transform safety enforcement through data science by developing models and systems that detect and mitigate abuse. Collaborate across teams to translate policies into actionable insights, ensuring eff...
1 week ago
$141K - $196K *
Unlock potential by developing causal machine-learning models to optimize customer offers, analyzing complex data, and translating findings into actionable strategies for enhanced conversion rates acr...
Today
Director, Supply Chain Operations
$125K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to optimize supply chain operations, ensuring efficient medication delivery from pharmacy partners to patients. Oversee systems, processes, and a team to scale operations amidst ra...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director, Executive Engagement
$182K - $215K *
Transform executive engagement by building strategic advisor relationships, designing impactful experiences, and leveraging industry insights to elevate pay governance as a strategic priority for clie...
2 weeks ago
$216K - $318K *
Champion the evolution of AI Platforms, leading a dynamic team to enhance AI integration and productivity. Drive strategic initiatives that empower engineers and elevate member experiences through inn...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Build robust data platform capabilities to enhance enterprise data usability across applications, analytics, and AI. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and performance in data processing and...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Director - Cybersecurity Transformation & AI Security
$190K - $225K *
Transform enterprise cybersecurity programs by leading AI-driven initiatives and modernization efforts. Collaborate with C-suite executives to design and implement comprehensive security roadmaps, enh...
2 weeks ago
Engineering Manager, Data & Clinical Integration Teams
$125K - $150K *
Lead and develop engineering teams focused on clinical data integration and insights. Drive the direction of data pipelines and ensure impactful, equitable health outcomes through effective collaborat...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Sr. Director, Scientific Affairs
$181K - $225K *
Lead the charge in operationalizing complex clinical studies globally, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance proposal development and manage global lab relationships, ensuring strategic...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Director, Scientific Affairs
$181K - $225K *
Lead the charge in advancing scientific operations within a dynamic team, driving global lab relationships and supporting complex clinical studies. Collaborate across functions to ensure strategic, op...
3 weeks ago
$160K - $200K *
Champion the development of policy strategies that guide product decisions, ensuring compliance and safety while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tr...
2 weeks ago
Senior Customer Analytics Director
$160K - $214K *
Unlock data-driven insights as a strategic leader in customer analytics, enhancing retention and revenue performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive accountability and optimize metri...
3 days ago
Analytics Lead, Full Stack (Strategic Revenue Insights)
$145K - $205K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights and comprehensive analytics solutions that enhance revenue growth, optimize merchant strategies, and drive impactful business de...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead and expand strategic client relationships, driving satisfaction and revenue growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-impact solutions and manage large-scale initiatives while ensuri...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director, Clinical Diagnostics and Precision Medicine
$242K - $403K *
Lead global companion diagnostics strategy, integrating diagnostic plans with clinical development and regulatory objectives. Drive execution across therapeutic programs, ensuring alignment with patie...
2 weeks ago
Principal Product Manager, Agentic AI
$280K - $300K *
Pioneer innovative AI solutions in workforce management, leading product development from concept to deployment. Collaborate with engineers and executives to create impactful agentic products that enh...
2 weeks ago
$108K - $162K *
Transform client relationships by leveraging insights and strategies that drive growth for Fortune-class companies. Engage with senior executives to uncover needs, provide solutions, and achieve impac...
4 weeks ago
Director, Revenue Systems Analytics
$210K - $302K *
Drive the strategy and execution of a unified GTM tech stack, enhancing revenue operations through analytics and AI. Lead a high-performing team to optimize systems across marketing, sales, and custom...
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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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