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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$150K - $180K *

Transform the software development landscape by defining a cohesive end-to-end experience, integrating planning to verification workflows across teams. Lead product strategy and execution, influencing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $350K *

Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge reinforcement learning algorithms and frameworks. Collaborate on scaling research and training systems, focusing on your strengths to enhance AI capabilitie...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining employee payment solutions. As an Implementation Manager, oversee the deployment of our SaaS product for diverse clients, ensuring successful integrations and fostering s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $175K *

Lead the charge in client partnerships while driving strategic growth and team development. Utilize your expertise to deliver impactful insights and solutions in a fast-paced, evolving environment, en...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $117K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated brand strategies that inspire creativity and drive growth. Collaborate across teams to translate insights into actionable plans, ensuring clarity and connectio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence across a global portfolio, partnering with leadership to enhance business performance and deliver measurable outcomes in oncology and rare diseas...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$201K - $393K *

Lead the development and execution of global clinical trials for women's health compounds, collaborating with cross-functional teams to shape clinical strategies and ensure compliance with regulatory...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$236K - $354K *

Elevate clinical operations by leading global study management, driving strategic vision, and ensuring high-quality trial execution. Collaborate across teams to optimize resources and foster a culture...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $273K *

Drive the evolution of a robust online ML inference platform, enhancing model deployment, performance, and safety in high-traffic environments by collaborating with cross-functional teams and spearhea...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Drive business growth by identifying and qualifying federal procurement opportunities, focusing on healthcare contracts. Collaborate on capture strategies and build partnerships to enhance win probabi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $197K *

Drive strategic improvements and operational efficiency in Partnerships by establishing frameworks, integrating AI solutions, and optimizing team performance, all while collaborating with cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $339K *

Drive the product strategy for GenAI safety, ensuring AI systems are safe, fair, and trustworthy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks and translate policies into product requirem...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Elevate the performance of prediction markets by overseeing strategy, risk management, and team leadership. Drive P&L accountability and collaborate with engineering to enhance infrastructure and mark...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$245K - $286K *

Elevate clinical quality assurance through strategic leadership and oversight of global trials, ensuring compliance with GCP regulations. Drive quality culture and inspection readiness while mentoring...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $219K *

Lead clinical laboratory operations for precision medicine projects, ensuring timely deliverables and risk management across therapeutic areas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support clini...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$263K - $325K *

Advance your career by building and leading the pharmacovigilance function from the ground up. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee drug safety operations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $160K *

Drive the data and AI strategy by collaborating with clients, shaping predictive roadmaps, and translating complex problems into actionable product development, enhancing customer-facing analytics and...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$121K - $132K *

Engage as a key technical leader in enterprise AI/ML architecture, collaborating with clients to design scalable solutions. Drive AI development and deployment, ensuring alignment with business needs...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $130K *

Lead the charge in clinical trial monitoring, ensuring compliance and quality through oversight, guidance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance site performance and study execution...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $135K *

Shape the future of clinical trials by leading site monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive quality and efficiency in trial execution while mentoring j...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Elevate clinical trial success by overseeing site monitoring, ensuring compliance, and providing leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address site issues, enhance recruitment, and ma...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate clinical trial success by leading site monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance to the CRA team. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and enhance s...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead clinical trial monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address site issues, manage budgets, and provide oversight. Drive successful study e...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $220K *

Lead talent acquisition and relations, managing a team to secure top instructors. Drive strategic partnerships and streamline operations while maintaining high-profile relationships and ensuring succe...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by owning customer value plans and ensuring adoption, ROI, and product usage for B2B SaaS accounts. Build trusted relationships with stakeholders, drive enablement sessions, and colla...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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