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.
Data Scientist, Senior Specialist
$130K - $155K *
Lead the development of innovative AI/ML solutions, driving data science across the AI lifecycle while collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex problems into actionable insights...
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Data Scientist, Senior Specialist
$130K - $155K *
Transform the future of AI by leading innovative Data Science initiatives, driving the development of advanced conversational AI solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver imp...
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Data Scientist, Senior Specialist
$130K - $155K *
Transform enterprise conversational AI by leading AI/ML initiatives, driving data science across the AI lifecycle, and optimizing solutions for voice and chat applications while collaborating with cro...
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$88K - $105K *
Join as a Technical Project Manager to lead IT project coordination, ensuring successful delivery through effective communication with clients and teams while fostering project management talent for f...
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Lead Data Scientist, Transparency & Observability - Trust and Safety
$219K - $353K *
Drive the architecture and implementation of data systems for Trust & Safety, enhancing observability and transparency. Lead cross-functional initiatives to ensure data quality and AI readiness, influ...
1 week ago
Lead Data Scientist, Transparency & Observability - Trust and Safety
$219K - $353K *
Architect data systems that enhance Trust & Safety metrics, ensuring transparency and observability. Lead AI readiness initiatives and collaborate across teams to drive operational efficiency and resp...
1 week ago
Senior Staff Research Data Scientist, AI Data Research
$262K - $364K *
Lead the charge in advancing AI through innovative data science solutions. Utilize your expertise to tackle complex problems, collaborate cross-functionally, and influence product strategies that shap...
3 days ago
Principal / AD / Director, Agentic AI
$175K - $210K *
Lead the design and implementation of AI-driven workflows to enhance small-molecule drug discovery, fostering collaboration and innovation across teams while shaping the future of experimental science...
4 weeks ago
Data Scientist, Product to Market (P2M) Optimization
$110K - $130K *
Unlock the potential of data in retail by developing machine learning models and analytical solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product-to-market strategies and drive impactf...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential as a Data Scientist, solving complex business challenges through advanced analytics and AI. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform data into actionable insights, driving stra...
1 week ago
Senior Product Data Scientist, Pixel Growth, Google Store
$163K - $236K *
Drive impactful data science initiatives to enhance product strategies and optimize business performance through advanced analytics and modeling techniques. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...
3 weeks ago
Research Data Scientist, Learning Frontiers
$147K - $210K *
Empower your career by leveraging data analytics to enhance educational experiences. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to analyze complex datasets, optimize product features, and drive impactf...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive analytical excellence by defining key business problems, extracting insights, and influencing strategic decisions across core business areas. Collaborate with teams to enhance metrics and outcom...
3 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Transform your career by owning the analytical function within a core business area. Collaborate with teams to define problems, drive insights, and influence decisions that impact growth and strategy...
3 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving data-driven decisions across key business areas. You'll define problems, analyze data, and deliver actionable insights to influence product, growth, and operati...
3 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving data-driven insights and outcomes across core business areas. You'll define problems, analyze data, and communicate findings to influence key decisions and stra...
3 days ago
$91K - $140K *
Drive innovation by leveraging data science across sales and product development. Collaborate with clients to maximize fraud detection and optimize risk decisioning while providing insights for a top...
Reposted 4 days ago
Staff Data Scientist - Payments
$195K - $257K *
Lead the charge in transforming data into strategic insights, driving product innovation and decision-making by leveraging advanced analytics and quantitative methods, while influencing product strate...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director - Statistics - Lilly Regenerative Medicines
$193K - $308K *
Unlock potential by leading statistical strategies in clinical research, enhancing drug development through innovative methodologies, and driving data-driven decisions across multidisciplinary teams t...
1 week ago
Director - Statistics - Lilly Regenerative Medicines
$193K - $308K *
Join a team that's redefining statistical leadership in clinical research. Drive innovative study designs, enhance drug development effectiveness, and influence critical decisions through data-driven...
1 week ago
Director - Statistics - Lilly Regenerative Medicines
$193K - $308K *
Shape the future of drug development by leading statistical strategies and innovative methodologies. Collaborate across teams to enhance clinical research, ensuring data-driven decisions and regulator...
1 week ago
$200K - $220K *
Grow your career with a principal-level data scientist role, owning the end-to-end data function. Drive measurement strategies, experimentation, and analytics to enhance product impact and customer su...
1 week ago
Member of Technical Staff, Applied AI
$150K - $180K *
Lead and innovate cutting-edge generative models, bridging ML research and customer applications in biotech and pharmaceuticals. Drive technical deployments, ensuring scientific impact while collabora...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$155K - $185K *
Lead and cultivate a team of data analysts to transform insights into impactful business strategies, driving collaboration across departments and enhancing scalable analytics capabilities for informed...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform data into actionable insights by developing predictive models and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and guide engineering staff in machine...
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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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