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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$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader in operations analytics, driving workforce strategy and performance improvements across contact center and pharmacy operations. Collaborate with cross-funct...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Transform data into actionable insights as you lead workforce strategy and analytics. Collaborate across teams to optimize operations, enhance patient experiences, and drive performance improvements i...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate UPP's data landscape by spearheading enterprise data strategies and governance. Lead a dynamic team, ensuring data integrity and accessibility while fostering innovation through cloud capabili...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Innovate data-driven solutions to empower enterprise leaders in decision-making. Collaborate with a dynamic team to build complex models and simulations, leveraging your analytical skills to tackle mu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data science to drive informed decision-making through advanced analytics, modeling, and collaboration in a dynamic research environment...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Analyze and validate datasets for AI/ML model performance, ensuring accuracy and reliability in engineering design decisions and building efficient ETL pipelines using Azure tools...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming engineering design data into reliable AI/ML insights. Drive innovation by validating model performance and ensuring data quality in a collaborative team focused on adva...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $236K *

Drive the evolution of embedded security by leading a data science and engineering team. Shape strategies, enhance measurement accuracy, and ensure effective risk management through trusted data and i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $155K *

Transform AI initiatives by managing a diverse team of data scientists, driving model innovation and implementation for National Security clients, while fostering collaboration and excellence across e...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic data science team to develop cutting-edge AI solutions for national security. Collaborate across functions to deliver impactful models, driving innovation, and...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Engineer robust data frameworks for AI/ML, transforming design and simulation data into reliable datasets that fuel high-impact engineering decisions and model validation...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$186K - $233K *

Pioneer the omnichannel analytics strategy, optimizing healthcare engagement across diverse channels. Lead measurement frameworks and experimentation to drive impactful insights for commercial success...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading digital growth marketing initiatives, optimizing enterprise demand generation, and driving strategic marketing operations to enhance revenue insights and oper...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$159K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining analytics solutions, driving revenue growth through strategic insights and trusted partnerships. Leverage your expertise to elevate performance and mentor others in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the development of innovative data science solutions, leveraging machine learning, NLP, and big data analytics to drive experimentation and algorithm enhancement across various projects...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $240K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex workflows into AI-driven solutions. Collaborate closely with teams to innovate, build, and implement tools that enhance operational efficiency and deliver measu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$186K - $233K *

Lead the charge in advanced analytics and AI enablement to optimize promotional investments and enhance targeting strategies across multiple oncology brands, driving impactful commercial decisions and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $201K *

Join a team that's redefining credit decisioning by integrating alternative data. As a Data Scientist, you'll collaborate cross-functionally to build impactful models and systems, driving innovation a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$161K - $184K *

Partner with cross-functional teams to drive innovative data solutions, leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to enhance credit decisioning through alternative datasets and scalable syste...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Champion data-driven solutions by transforming business needs into scalable analytics tools and automated workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and program performance th...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $297K *

Lead and evolve a high-performing data science team to enhance customer product discovery through advanced analytics, experimentation, and AI-driven solutions, ensuring impactful decision-making and m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$380K - $460K *

Lead the charge in shaping data-driven strategies for AI model experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful decisions, manage a talented data science team, and establish met...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$380K - $460K *

Shape the future of AI by leading data science initiatives, driving strategic decisions, and managing a high-performing team to enhance model experiences and user interactions across products...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $207K *

Join us to leverage data science and machine learning in crafting innovative marketing solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze advertiser behavior, build predictive models, and d...

3 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading engineering, data, and AI teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate strategic goals into actionable plans, ensuring high-quality project delivery and te...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    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.

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    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.

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    Commonly valued skills include machine learning, statistical analysis, experimentation, data strategy, stakeholder communication, project prioritization, and people leadership.

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