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.
Senior Director, DMPK Project Leader
$177K - $338K *
Champion DMPK project leadership by ensuring high-quality data delivery and supporting drug candidate progression through innovative modeling and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic biotech en...
Reposted 3 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by designing and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring seamless integration and delivery of business-ready datasets. Collaborate across cloud and on-premises environments to enhance dat...
4 weeks ago
Technical Counselor, Data and Ai
$150K - $180K *
Empower Data and AI Leaders by providing expert technical counsel, optimizing decision-making, and enhancing client success through tailored strategies and proactive thought leadership in a dynamic, c...
4 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Lifecycle Marketing
$150K - $180K *
Lead and innovate Dropbox's lifecycle marketing strategy, enhancing customer engagement and retention. Manage a team to develop impactful programs that drive adoption and revenue across diverse custom...
1 week ago
Senior Financial Analyst - Strategic Finance
$109K - $173K *
Elevate your career by partnering with us to enhance financial forecasting and reporting processes. Leverage your analytical skills to improve business intelligence systems and drive key performance i...
Reposted 4 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead and architect innovative AI-driven financial solutions, collaborating with elite engineers to design, implement, and optimize cutting-edge tools for global clients in a dynamic, startup environme...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Innovate cutting-edge AI financial solutions by architecting and deploying advanced chat interfaces and reporting systems. Collaborate with elite engineers to enhance investment workflows for global c...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Elevate software solutions by architecting AI-driven financial tools, collaborating with elite engineers to enhance investment workflows, and ensuring high standards in quality and security within a d...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of AI solutions by leading design and implementation of robust enterprise systems, driving innovation, and establishing engineering excellence while mentoring developers and collabora...
1 month ago
Senior Named Account Sales Director, Frontier AI & Enterprise
$145K - $220K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by leading enterprise sales for innovative AI solutions. Engage with top security and AI leaders to drive impactful evaluations and foster long-term partner...
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Senior Director, People Partner- Sales
$192K - $240K *
Lead the charge in driving strategic people initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness and performance within a high-growth sales environment. Collaborate with senior leadership to align ta...
3 weeks ago
$165K - $210K *
Drive your career forward by owning data capabilities and reporting tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product value, ensuring accurate data delivery and insights that empower c...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Optimize quality operations for large-scale data pipelines, ensuring high standards and consistency across diverse datasets. Lead a team to enhance efficiency and reliability in audio data processing...
3 weeks ago
Design Program Manager, AI Transformation & Foundations
$139K - $201K *
Lead the charge in driving AI-assisted design practices across teams, managing program initiatives, and building roadmaps to ensure alignment and measurable outcomes in a dynamic, cross-functional env...
Reposted 3 days ago
$242K - $282K *
Lead the oversight of contractual matters across departments, serving as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders from pre-clinical to commercial readiness. This role emphasizes collaboration and ex...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior/Staff AI Scientist, Antibody Design
$150K - $180K *
Transform innovative protein design through advanced AI techniques, enhancing antibody drug discovery. Collaborate across disciplines to maximize efficiency and impact, while leading research that set...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Technical Product Manager, Data Platform
$120K - $145K *
Transform the data platform by owning product direction and delivery. Collaborate across teams to prioritize needs, streamline processes, and ensure engineering focuses on impactful projects while enh...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Drive integrated, compliant media strategies for pharmaceutical brands, leading channel planning, investment decisions, and client engagement to achieve impactful business outcomes throughout launch a...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive growth in digital therapeutics by engaging medical practices, guiding them from initial interest to consistent orders. Collaborate with sales and clinical teams to shape the onboarding process a...
1 week ago
$125K - $175K *
Join a dynamic team to drive financial strategy and insights, ensuring sound decision-making across high-priority projects. Collaborate with leadership to optimize performance and support innovative p...
2 weeks ago
$177K - $243K *
Advance your career by leading a global compensation function, shaping strategies, and building a high-performing team. Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive compensation programs that align with...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Develop and lead revenue operations to drive strategic growth, optimizing marketing, sales, and customer interactions while building a high-performing team and implementing scalable processes and tech...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Security Engineer, Detection & Response
$110K - $130K *
Champion our security posture by designing and automating detection and response systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance incident response and improve security practices, ensuring...
2 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Deliver innovative data pipelines for legal records, transforming unstructured data into actionable insights while supporting advanced AI workflows and data quality improvements for robust legal resea...
4 weeks ago
Director, Program Manager - Remote in US
$116K - $207K *
Contribute to the successful delivery of large-scale IT programs, leading high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and fostering strong client relationships to align with strategic objec...
Reposted 3 days ago
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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