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 - $169K *

Transform customer outcomes by leading a high-performing team dedicated to leveraging Samsara's solutions. Drive strategic growth while ensuring enterprise clients realize sustained value from their i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous driving by designing and implementing advanced behavior planning systems. Collaborate with experts to tackle complex challenges in dynamic environme...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise risk management by leading critical audits and enhancing controls. Maintain relationships with external auditors and foster compliance initiatives to mitigate risk across all oper...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $245K *

Empower innovation by leading a UX design team focused on clinical workflows. Collaborate across functions, drive strategic direction, and enhance AI integration while advancing design quality in heal...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$158K - $199K *

Unlock potential by leading global client strategies, driving growth and retention through trusted relationships and innovative solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance client value and execute a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$144K - $184K *

Lead the strategy execution for key global clients, driving client value, retention, and new business growth while cultivating trust-based relationships with senior leaders and maximizing account pote...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $210K *

Lead pioneering evidence generation initiatives to inform oncology product strategies and lifecycle management through cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $182K *

Innovate safety protocols for a groundbreaking voice-activated sticker printer. As a key engineer, you'll enhance moderation systems, ensuring a secure and fun experience for children while scaling ou...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$115K - $152K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing evidence-based digital prevention interventions, overseeing diverse campaigns while ensuring strategic alignment and effective outcomes through strong pro...

Washington, DCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower strategic data initiatives by leading design, development, and analytics projects. Drive data migration, modernize data solutions, and ensure quality standards while collaborating with stakeho...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $211K *

Join us in transforming quality operations by leading a robust PACE quality program, ensuring compliance and care excellence while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance participant outcomes and...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading and scaling a multidisciplinary engineering team in full-stack and data engineering. Drive impact through collaboration and technical excellence, ensuring quality and in...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $183K *

Drive financial strategy and insights as you partner with teams to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and operational excellence, enabling growth and scaling efforts in a fast-paced environment and influ...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Elevate data architecture by leading design and governance for a critical modernization program, ensuring secure, scalable solutions in AWS GovCloud while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ma...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $253K *

Drive global pharmacovigilance efforts by managing safety data, leading clinical development strategies, and collaborating across teams to enhance product safety and efficacy throughout their lifecycl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of scientific computing and research infrastructure. Lead strategic initiatives, manage high-performance computing resources, and collaborate with diverse teams to...

Madison, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Engage with a talented team to drive growth and innovation in pharma sales. Own the sales cycle from strategic prospecting to closing high-impact deals, while developing key relationships that enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead Revenue Operations, driving strategy and execution for sales and renewals. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes, optimize technology, and ensure accurate...

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6 days ago

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

$115K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative experiential solutions while leading client services. Oversee project delivery from concept to execution, nurture client relationships, and scale talent in a dyna...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $160K *

Transform data into actionable insights by owning the analytics pipeline from ingestion to visualization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create trusted models and metrics that empower deci...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$145K - $160K *

Pioneer data-driven insights by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance business strategies. Leverage advanced analytics and visualization skills to drive operational improvements and sup...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$163K - $297K *

Champion the development and execution of innovative digital product strategies across EMEA, enhancing consumer experiences and driving key performance indicators in a high-growth e-commerce environme...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join us to lead the development and oversight of scientific content across therapeutic areas, ensuring strategic medical communication aligns with brand goals while managing a team and collaborating w...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing brand advertising strategy, budget, and execution across multiple channels. Lead a team and collaborate with agencies to enhance brand visibility an...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in empowering healthcare decisions as you develop brand knowledge, drive medical research, and collaborate with clients and teams to create innovative solutions that align with strateg...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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