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.
Strategic Finance Senior Manager
$180K - $252K *
Take ownership of strategic finance initiatives, driving growth through collaboration and analysis. Lead cross-functional teams to execute high-impact projects that align with organizational goals and...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Unlock your potential as a Machine Learning Engineer, designing and deploying cutting-edge ML systems that enhance maritime domain awareness and support national security initiatives. Join a dynamic t...
Yesterday
Analytics Lead, Full Stack (Collections & Recoveries)
$145K - $205K *
Own and drive the collections and recoveries strategy for Canada, leading initiatives across the post-delinquency lifecycle while ensuring compliance with Canadian regulations and optimizing performan...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Staff Technical Program Manager, Data Engineering
$123K - $254K *
Lead the modernization of data platforms, driving cross-team collaboration and execution across complex technical programs involving ingestion, storage, and workflows, ensuring efficient data infrastr...
Reposted today
Manager, Finance Analytics Engineering & Automation
$139K - $151K *
Lead Finance analytics engineering and automation, transforming requirements into scalable data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data usability, reliability, and decision...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Consumer Performance, Affiliates
$142K - $210K *
Join a team that's redefining affiliate marketing strategies. Lead a high-performing team to innovate and scale our affiliate creator initiative, driving growth and enhancing relationships across dive...
Today
Sr. Manager, Transformation & Value Creation
$142K - $202K *
Unlock commercial potential by executing transformation workstreams, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering strategic insights to drive measurable results in a healthcare-focused en...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to creating impactful medical education content for healthcare providers and patients. Collaborate closely with scientific and account teams to deliver high-quality materi...
Reposted yesterday
Sr. Manager, Project Management Office
$115K - $135K *
Join us to build and scale a high-performing PMO, leading project management initiatives while developing talent and establishing processes that enhance client delivery and satisfaction in the public...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Technical Program Management
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in shaping a new Technical Program Management team, guiding TPMs to deliver impactful results while fostering collaboration across Engineering and Product. Drive strategic planning and...
2 weeks ago
AI Solution/Principal Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Engineer cutting-edge AI evaluation strategies and infrastructure, ensuring quality and reliability across multi-tenant systems. Collaborate with senior teams to enhance product decisions through robu...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $90K *
Drive exceptional client outcomes by managing complex, cross-functional projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure clarity, timely execution, and risk management, transforming strategy into ac...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Staff Applied AI Engineer - Enterprise AI Solutions
$230K - $360K *
Elevate customer success by designing and deploying innovative Gen AI and ML solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex needs into impactful AI tools, ensuring reliability and busin...
3 weeks ago
Senior Vice President, Consumer Panel & Behavior Products| Level 22| US: Remote
$325K - $343K *
Lead the charge in shaping the product vision and strategy for consumer panel and behavioral measurement solutions, driving growth through innovative AI-native practices and client collaboration...
Yesterday
$210K - $250K *
Lead the charge in driving strategic medical initiatives across projects, providing expert guidance and oversight on clinical trials to ensure successful development of therapies in psychiatry...
Reposted today
$220K - $250K *
Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge algorithmic trading systems, collaborating with trading teams and stakeholders to enhance execution strategies and optimize performance in a dynamic, fast-pa...
Today
$108K - $156K *
Empower your career by leading revenue analytics, overseeing financial analysis, and enhancing payer contract strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize reimbursement and drive or...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Drive growth in the Canadian structured notes market by leading strategy, building relationships, and enhancing distribution channels. Collaborate with teams to ensure client success and position Luma...
1 week ago
$115K - $168K *
Lead the charge in federal grant management for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, overseeing compliance, budgeting, and operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective grant administration a...
3 weeks ago
Director, Integrated Specialty Practices
$150K - $180K *
Help us drive business development in oncology by leading strategic partnerships and optimizing resources to enhance clinical outcomes and market potential for our innovative diagnostic and therapeuti...
4 weeks ago
Senior Machine learning Engineer
$162K - $258K *
Drive the design and implementation of cutting-edge GenAI solutions, leading the development of LLM capabilities and ML pipelines to enhance insurance workflows and deliver impactful outcomes for cust...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Global GMP/GDP Audit and Predictive Compliance Intelligence
$198K - $268K *
Lead the global GMP/GDP audit organization, enhancing predictive compliance intelligence while mitigating risks through advanced analytics and effective audit strategies...
1 month ago
Sr Data Scientist, Clinical Intelligence
$83K - $203K *
Optimize healthcare data insights by analyzing EHR and clinical data to drive performance measures and actionable analyses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality, access, and outc...
6 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Empower engineering teams to innovate and deliver high-quality SaaS products. Lead technical direction, enhance system architecture, and foster collaboration across teams to drive user-centric solutio...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Clinical Study Operations
$115K - $135K *
Transform clinical trial operations by leading a dynamic team to ensure seamless execution of device-based studies, from feasibility to close-out, while driving process improvements and fostering cros...
1 week 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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