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.
Associate Director, Data Management
$110K - $135K *
Optimize data governance and operational excellence across media channels. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality standards in data management and analytics while fostering collaboration a...
5 days ago
Associate Director, Data Management
$75K - $125K *
Transform data management strategies and drive operational excellence across media channels. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality standards in analytics and governance while fostering co...
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Associate Director, Data Management
$75K - $125K *
Empower data strategy and governance by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality standards in data management and analytics. Drive continuous improvement and foster collaboration across m...
Reposted 5 days ago
Associate Director, Data Management
$110K - $140K *
Optimize data governance and operational excellence across media channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality, drive automation, and ensure adherence to standards, while m...
5 days ago
Director, AI Training & Development
$150K - $160K *
Unlock your potential by leading enterprise-wide AI training initiatives, enhancing skills across global teams. Drive adoption of advanced tools, ensuring seamless integration into workflows while fos...
5 days ago
Sr. Data Scientist, Outcomes Research
$115K - $175K *
Lead the charge in advancing real-world evidence research by executing HEOR projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and translating complex data into actionable insights for improved clinic...
3 days ago
Sr. Data Scientist, Outcomes Research
$100K - $160K *
Elevate your career by leading innovative HEOR and RWE projects, collaborating with top-tier Pharma and academic partners to deliver impactful data insights and methodologies that drive healthcare adv...
3 days ago
Sr. Data Scientist, Outcomes Research
$100K - $160K *
Champion innovative research by leading HEOR and RWE projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to translate complex data into actionable insights, while ensuring compliance and advancing metho...
3 days ago
Sr. Data Scientist, Outcomes Research
$100K - $160K *
Unlock potential by leading HEOR and RWE projects, collaborating with Pharma and academic partners to deliver actionable insights and innovative methodologies in real-world data analysis...
3 days ago
Sr. Data Scientist, Outcomes Research
$115K - $175K *
Advance your career by leading HEOR and RWE projects, collaborating with Pharma and academic partners to deliver impactful data insights and methodologies that drive healthcare decisions and improve p...
3 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in transforming data analytics for critical enterprise systems. Drive innovative solutions, manage complex data architectures, and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance data-driven...
6 days ago
Senior/Staff Scientist - Algorithms & Data Products
$140K - $190K *
Drive innovative algorithm development to transform sensor data into actionable insights, collaborating with engineers to automate experimental protocols and enhance manufacturing intelligence for adv...
4 weeks ago
Principal Data Scientist - Advanced Analytics
$170K - $200K *
Transform data into actionable insights by leading advanced analytics and experimentation initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business growth through innovative machine learn...
2 weeks ago
Principal Data Scientist - Advanced Analytics
$170K - $200K *
Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics and experimentation initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy machine learning solutions, driving data-driven decision-ma...
2 weeks ago
$106K - $140K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of fraud prevention, leveraging data to develop and enhance models that detect emerging trends. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to refine strategies and...
3 days ago
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, DATA MANAGEMENT
$110K - $140K *
Optimize data operations and governance across media channels, ensuring high-quality standards and collaboration among teams. Lead initiatives in business intelligence and process automation while men...
5 days ago
$75K - $95K *
Transform your career by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to drive impactful insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and product development thro...
6 days ago
Senior Director, Solutions Architecture
$160K - $200K *
Transform mission-critical environments by leading the design and deployment of advanced AI platforms. Drive team success through innovative solutions, customer engagement, and operational excellence...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Solutions Architecture
$160K - $200K *
Join a team that's redefining AI solutions for mission-critical government environments. Lead the design and deployment of innovative platforms while building a high-performing engineering team to del...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Solutions Architecture
$160K - $190K *
Join a team that's redefining AI solutions for mission-critical government environments. Lead the design and deployment of innovative platforms while building a high-performing engineering team to del...
1 week ago
Sr. Director- Data, Models, and AI Risk Management | Retail Bank
$269K - $307K *
Join a team that's dedicated to pioneering data and AI risk management strategies. Lead cross-functional collaborations, enhance risk processes, and drive organizational change while shaping the futur...
4 weeks ago
Sr. Director- Data, Models, and AI Risk Management | Retail Bank
$245K - $279K *
Lead the charge in data and AI risk management, collaborating across diverse teams to create innovative solutions that enhance risk frameworks, ensuring efficient identification and mitigation of emer...
4 weeks ago
$206K - $253K *
Unlock potential by leveraging your advanced analytical skills to drive data-driven decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex business goals into actionable insights, whi...
2 weeks ago
$138K - $198K *
Innovate data solutions by managing the data lifecycle, conducting analyses, and translating insights into strategic recommendations to drive business growth and product development...
2 weeks ago
$145K - $165K *
Elevate Property Operations by leading a dedicated analytics pod, driving impactful solutions that enhance operational performance and decision-making across a vast apartment portfolio. Collaborate cl...
4 weeks 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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