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.
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Lead the Property Operations pod to enhance decision-making through analytics and AI. Drive impactful solutions, manage team performance, and collaborate with business leaders to optimize property ope...
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$145K - $165K *
Lead the Property Operations pod to enhance decision-making through analytics and AI. Collaborate with business leaders to identify opportunities, drive impactful solutions, and build a high-performin...
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$145K - $165K *
Transform Property Operations by leading a dedicated analytics pod that drives impactful business decisions through innovative AI solutions and data-driven insights, ensuring operational excellence ac...
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$145K - $165K *
Join a team that's transforming property operations through data-driven insights. Lead a dedicated pod to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency, directly impacting thousands of communitie...
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$145K - $165K *
Transform Property Operations by leading a dedicated analytics pod, driving impactful decisions through innovative AI solutions and data-driven insights, while fostering a high-performance culture and...
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Drive impactful change by leading the Property Operations pod, enhancing analytics and AI capabilities to optimize decision-making and operational performance across a vast apartment portfolio...
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$145K - $165K *
Empower a high-impact team driving analytics and AI in Property Operations. Lead innovative solutions that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency across a vast apartment portfolio, shaping...
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Senior Manager of People Data and Systems
$82K - $100K *
Drive strategic Talent Operations initiatives and systems to support 1,000+ staff members, ensuring effective Human Capital systems while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance employee en...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager - Enterprise Data & Applications
$160K - $190K *
Drive enterprise analytics and application solutions to enhance operational efficiency. Lead a team in transforming data into actionable insights, ensuring reliable reporting and streamlined workflows...
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Vice President, Data Management (US)
$210K - $250K *
Champion the strategy and execution of clinical data management, ensuring data integrity and compliance for global marketing applications. Lead a dynamic team, oversee vendor relationships, and drive...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director, Business Analytics
$120K - $230K *
Lead the charge in delivering actionable insights through advanced analytics. Oversee multiple teams, drive operational excellence, and consult with clients to optimize marketing strategies and achiev...
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Senior Director, Business Analytics
$120K - $230K *
Drive impactful business outcomes by leading analytics teams, extracting insights from complex data, and fostering collaboration to enhance performance and strategic objectives across multiple project...
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Senior Director, Business Analytics
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Empower your career by leading analytics for major media campaigns. Collaborate with clients and teams to drive impactful strategies, optimize performance, and mentor talent in a dynamic environment f...
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Senior Director, Business Analytics
$120K - $230K *
Deliver impactful analytics solutions by consulting with clients, leading audience strategies, and mentoring teams to drive business growth and optimize marketing outcomes through data-driven insights...
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$131K - $200K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of data platforms by developing scalable solutions for analytics and AI workloads. Collaborate on impactful projects using cutting-edge tools to enhance data reli...
3 days ago
Associate Director, Clinical Data Management
$178K - $215K *
Elevate clinical data management by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight. Drive data integrity, compliance, and quality assurance throughout the research lifecycle while collaborat...
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Associate Director, Clinical Data Management
$178K - $215K *
Drive your career with strategic leadership in clinical data management, overseeing data integrity and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and operational effic...
4 weeks ago
$179K - $228K *
Transform data engineering by leading a high-performing team to develop scalable solutions that enhance BI automation and drive innovative advertising experiences, while collaborating with cross-funct...
3 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in enhancing Procurement Data Products for AI/ML, bridging Data & Analytics with Procurement AI. Drive continuous improvement and ensure data readiness for advanced analytics, supporti...
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Director, Analytics Engineering
$139K - $285K *
Drive the analytics engineering team to create AI-ready data solutions, ensuring trusted access to data across the organization. Lead strategic initiatives, build self-service capabilities, and foster...
2 weeks ago
AI COE - Senior Data Scientist
$88K - $132K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of AI innovation, developing and deploying advanced machine learning solutions. Collaborate with experts to transform research into scalable applications, shaping t...
3 weeks ago
Executive Vice President, Data Engineering
$180K - $299K *
Lead the charge in shaping enterprise data engineering strategies that drive innovation and efficiency. Collaborate with senior leaders to build scalable solutions, enhance AI capabilities, and delive...
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Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead project management efforts globally, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline objectives are m...
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$197K - $328K *
Lead the charge in transforming complex data into actionable insights through advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI capabilities, while overseeing data architectures and collaborating with engi...
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$126K - $170K *
Lead marketing analytics to maximize revenue efficiencies and drive data-informed decision-making. Collaborate closely with leadership and marketing teams on attribution, incrementality tests, and bud...
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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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