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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$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by re-engineering core ML systems for peak performance, combining deep expertise in HPC and parallel programming with novel algorithms to drive the future of quantitative research in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$166K - $222K *

Transform data insights into strategic business decisions by leading diverse teams of analysts and engineers. Drive analytics initiatives, mentor talent, and ensure project alignment with organization...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$166K - $222K *

Pioneer data-driven strategies by leading diverse teams to deliver impactful analytics. Oversee complex projects, mentor talent, and collaborate with executives to align analytics initiatives with bus...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$166K - $222K *

Empower teams to deliver impactful data insights that drive strategic decisions. Lead and mentor diverse analytics professionals while overseeing complex projects, ensuring alignment with business goa...

Sacramento, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K *

Shape the future of campaign analytics by leading impactful measurement strategies for a premier beverage client. Elevate multi-channel insights and coach teams to deliver actionable recommendations t...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$149K - $224K *

Drive analytics excellence by leading a team to deliver impactful insights, enhance reporting capabilities, and support strategic decision-making across diverse business functions. Foster collaboratio...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $231K *

Optimize our data science team and innovate financial applications by leading projects, designing machine learning models, and addressing complex challenges within the financial industry to deliver im...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $175K *

Unlock potential by applying advanced analytical methods to life sciences, driving drug discovery and clinical trial design through data-driven insights and collaboration in a fast-paced environment...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform client outcomes by leading innovative analytics projects, shaping strategies, and driving impactful insights in the Consumer Packaged Goods sector. Collaborate with teams to harness advanced...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Elevate growth through data-driven insights in a senior staff role, leveraging analytics to optimize monetization strategies across subscriptions and ads, while mentoring the next generation of data s...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$141K - $189K *

Transform financial decision-making by leading a dynamic team of analysts in payments data science. Drive analytics strategies to enable cost savings and revenue growth, leveraging predictive analytic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$240K - $379K *

Transform your career by leading the strategy for high-quality training data platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance model capabilities and drive impactful data acquisition and c...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $240K *

Shape the future of biologics manufacturing by designing data models that integrate manufacturing processes, laboratory results, and product quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $170K *

Lead complex research initiatives by transforming business questions into actionable insights. Collaborate with clients to design robust studies, ensuring methodological integrity and advancing resear...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Pioneer AI software development by leading a high-performing team to create innovative, AI-enabled products and solutions. Drive strategy, architecture, and delivery while ensuring security and compli...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$250K - $300K *

Shape the future of AI by identifying and evaluating socially impactful opportunities. Leverage technical expertise and relationships across sectors to surface innovative ideas and guide actionable re...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative strategies in Data & AI, driving revenue growth and client relationships. Lead a dynamic team to transform market opportunities into impactful solutions, ensuring alignment between...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Lead transformative initiatives in Data & AI, driving revenue growth and strategic market positioning. Cultivate client relationships and architect innovative solutions while mentoring a high-performi...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$172K - $258K *

Unlock the potential of clinical data by leading statistical programming efforts for trials. Drive high-quality deliverables, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with regula...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$207K - $300K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on pioneering data-driven solutions. Leverage your expertise in analytics and machine learning to drive innovation in search quality, impacting...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $250K *

The Senior Data Scientist - Forward Deployed Engineer will work directly with clients to build and deploy AI-powered solutions, managing projects from scoping to deployment. This hybrid role combines...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead data management initiatives, ensuring quality deliverables and compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to enhance processes and drive efficiencies in cli...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's building and scaling a data and analytics platform to enhance clinical AI performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create actionable insights and drive improvements i...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$161K - $266K *

Join us in transforming data into actionable insights! As a Staff Data Scientist, you'll lead innovative projects, develop advanced models, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$161K - $266K *

Drive innovation in data science by developing advanced models that solve critical business challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics capabilities and mentor emerging ta...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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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