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.

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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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$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of marketing by leading strategy and execution in a dynamic B2B SaaS environment. Collaborate closely with leadership to drive pipeline growth and create compelling narratives that re...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive total rewards strategy by managing compensation, benefits, and equity programs. Lead initiatives to ensure competitive, fair, and transparent offerings while supporting a growing workforce throu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative data engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scalable architectures and drive AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterpr...

New Brunswick, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $170K *

Unlock innovative data solutions by leading integration strategies and architectural decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure data and AI solutions while driving...

New Brunswick, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$330K - $500K+*

Optimize data models and pipelines for identity graph construction, ensuring accurate entity matching and resolution. Collaborate across teams to deliver actionable insights and maintain data quality...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$200K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling AI Data Operations, transforming emerging opportunities into commercially viable solutions. Drive strategy, partnerships, and operational excellence to support...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence at a leading healthcare organization by leading funded medical accounts receivable. Build a high-performing collections team, enhance cash flow, and ensure compliance whil...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead financial strategy and analysis, overseeing a $400M budget. Collaborate with leadership to drive insights and enhance financial planning, while managing a team of analysts...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

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United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping clinical sales strategies and enhancing client relationships. Lead initiatives that drive market growth and improve patient satisfaction while collaborating across disciplin...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine client partnerships by managing complex relationships, driving performance, and leading recovery strategies. Collaborate with executives to ensure client success and identify growth opportun...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare research by leading strategic projects and enhancing content quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize operations and drive innovation in AI-enabled tools, ensu...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$113K - $188K *

Optimize security administration and reporting processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data insights and compliance metrics. Drive effective use of Workday tools and ensur...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$169K - $338K *

Join a team that's transforming data into strategic insights to solve complex business problems. As a key player, you will lead innovative analytics and machine learning initiatives, collaborating acr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$115K - $143K *

Unlock the potential of data by architecting scalable pipelines and driving analytics initiatives, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our data solutions in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$158K - $197K *

Unlock potential by leading the automation of clinical data integration and dashboard development. Collaborate across teams to enhance data usability and implement AI solutions, ensuring compliance an...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $144K *

Unlock your potential by driving marketing performance through data analysis, reporting, and strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and optimize growth...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Unlock the potential of data as a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, collaborating with clients to enhance their teams or build innovative solutions. Drive impactful projects using traditional ML techn...

Montgomery, ALRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$275K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead AI product deployments, drive customer success, and optimize technical implementations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product offerings and ensure impactful...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$136K - $214K *

Lead the charge in optimizing revenue operations by managing a dynamic team, enhancing forecasting processes, and ensuring data integrity across systems. Collaborate closely with sales leadership to d...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $150K *

Shape your career by managing clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficiently and effectively...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $285K *

Drive strategic partnerships by shaping and executing initiatives that align with AI and business priorities. Collaborate across teams to develop relationships and deliver measurable outcomes that enh...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential as you lead statistical activities for clinical trials, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive drug development. Utilize advanced statistical methods and oversee programmi...

Cambridge, MARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Champion social strategy and community engagement, driving impactful growth across multiple channels. Lead a dynamic team to create culturally relevant content, leveraging AI for efficiency and innova...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product execution by translating client needs into actionable requirements, collaborating with engineering and data science teams to deliver standardized measurement solutions across various c...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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