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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$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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

$145K - $165K *

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...

4 weeks ago

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

$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...

4 weeks ago

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

$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...

4 weeks ago

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

$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...

4 weeks ago

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

$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...

4 weeks ago

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

$145K - $165K *

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...

4 weeks ago

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

$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...

4 weeks ago

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

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$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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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $230K *

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...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$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...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$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...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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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