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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$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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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