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.

Find Director, Data Scientist Jobs on Ladders

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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$175K - $210K *

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

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $169K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $290K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $232K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$142K - $218K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $226K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $198K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $215K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $215K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$131K - $190K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $260K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $262K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $230K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$123K - $197K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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