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.
$100K - $122K *
Unlock your potential as you lead financial planning, analytics, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate closely with executives to drive performance improvements and optimize resource allocation, fost...
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Associate Manager AGI Research
$105K - $124K *
Lead and optimize research intern activities, ensuring alignment with project goals and technical standards. Manage workflows, provide coaching, and conduct hands-on research while supporting the Dire...
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Senior Director, Finance Transformation
$245K - $392K *
Unlock potential by leading finance transformation initiatives that leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics. Drive a multi-year roadmap, modernize workflows, and shape a high-performing financ...
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$110K - $130K *
Empower growth by driving strategic cybersecurity solutions across enterprise accounts. Leverage executive relationships and a diverse partner ecosystem to close complex deals and achieve significant...
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$110K - $130K *
Drive strategic growth in cybersecurity consulting by building executive relationships and closing complex deals. Leverage a diverse partner ecosystem to deliver tailored solutions while achieving sig...
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$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential as a strategic leader driving growth in cybersecurity consulting. Engage with executive stakeholders, close complex deals, and leverage a vast partner ecosystem to deliver tailor...
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$127K - $171K *
Champion high-impact deployments by leveraging data intelligence and AI to drive governance solutions in regulated industries, serving as a trusted advisor to stakeholders and delivering measurable va...
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$125K - $150K *
Champion digital transformation by leading delivery teams in Salesforce projects, ensuring excellence in project management, client relationships, and issue resolution while mentoring consultants and...
3 weeks ago
Account Director, Medical Imaging and SS
$110K - $130K *
Advance your career by driving business development in clinical research and medical imaging. Build strategic client relationships, identify new opportunities, and contribute to innovative healthcare...
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Vice President, Strategy and Analytics
$160K - $200K *
Transform your career by leading a dynamic Strategy & Analytics practice. Drive innovation, enhance advisor engagement, and develop a talented team while delivering high-level client solutions in a ha...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Risk Intelligence & Decision Support
$124K - $207K *
Join a team that's transforming risk data into actionable insights. Lead analytics and decision support initiatives, manage delivery roadmaps, and enhance team capabilities to drive effective risk man...
6 days ago
$84K - $87K *
Join us as a Data Operations Engineer, where you'll develop and manage data systems for healthcare claims processing. Collaborate with teams to ensure data accuracy and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines whil...
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Senior Technical Product Owner, Data
$140K - $150K *
Reimagine data management as a Senior Technical Product Owner, leading cross-functional teams to drive product vision and execution. Oversee complex SQL Server systems and cloud-native applications, e...
3 weeks ago
Director of Research, Institute of Coaching
$180K - $210K *
Lead the charge in advancing research for coaching practices, ensuring scientific integrity, guiding educational strategies, and mentoring future research leaders to enhance the Institute's credibilit...
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Expert Decision Support Analyst
$100K - $120K *
Champion data-driven decision-making by transforming complex marketing insights into actionable recommendations. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance reporting solutions and drive campaign su...
3 weeks ago
Senior Data Analyst, Medical Group, Remote
$94K - $151K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Data Analyst, leveraging Epic and advanced analytics to drive insights for clinical performance and operational excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance dec...
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Senior Technical Project Manager (Enterprise Modernization & AI Delivery
$130K - $155K *
Lead cross-functional teams to drive enterprise modernization through AI solutions. Oversee complex implementations, ensuring alignment across technical and business stakeholders while delivering meas...
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Associate Director/ Director, Content Innovation & Visualization
$117K - $200K *
Unlock innovative solutions by leading cross-functional initiatives that transform complex business challenges into actionable insights, leveraging data, technology, and storytelling to enhance decisi...
1 week ago
Director, Integrated Marketing
$130K - $160K *
Unlock integrated marketing strategies to drive growth through data-driven campaigns, digital activation, and thought leadership, ensuring alignment with sales and operational goals for measurable bus...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of financial services by driving sales growth, building relationships, and expanding market share. Collaborate with partners and clients to identify opportunities and close complex de...
3 weeks ago
$210K - $250K *
Empower oncology research by leveraging real-world evidence and clinical expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that enhance cancer treatment and support bi...
1 week ago
Sr. DataOps Engineer, Data Platform
$130K - $160K *
Transform data operations by leading our Snowflake platform migration, ensuring security, reliability, and cost efficiency while collaborating across teams to standardize practices and enhance data ma...
3 days ago
Director, Research and Development
$125K - $135K *
Lead the technology strategy for a dynamic software development team, overseeing modernization efforts and AI integration across multiple product lines. Foster innovation, accountability, and continuo...
2 weeks ago
$240K - $330K *
Unlock potential by leading a global enablement team to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy that enhances sales effectiveness and drives revenue growth across all customer-facing roles...
2 weeks ago
Senior Scientific Director, Neurodegenerative Diseases
$265K - $300K *
Shape the future of neurodegenerative disease diagnostics by leading scientific strategy, driving research programs, and building expert networks to establish industry leadership in innovative solutio...
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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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