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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$90K - $105K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as you apply advanced analytics to evaluate energy strategies, manage projects, and lead research efforts for utility and government clients, driving sustainability and ef...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $105K *

Analyze complex data to provide actionable insights, guiding utility and government clients in demand-side management strategies. Collaborate with teams to execute projects and deliver high-quality an...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $105K *

Pioneer advanced analytics to drive data-driven insights for clients. Collaborate with teams to solve complex challenges in energy management, ensuring quality deliverables while managing projects eff...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $105K *

Empower clients by applying advanced analytics to evaluate energy strategies, support demand-side management, and provide actionable insights through effective communication and project leadership...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $221K *

Accelerate your career as a Staff Data Engineer, owning the end-to-end data flywheel for AI systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, governed datasets that drive model...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming homeowners insurance through advanced loss cost modeling. Lead the design and deployment of predictive models, enhancing pricing strategies and driving impactful busine...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading loss cost modeling for homeowners insurance. Drive predictive model development and enhance pricing strategies while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver impactfu...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative loss cost modeling for homeowners insurance. Drive predictive analytics, enhance pricing strategies, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful b...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $180K *

Drive impactful loss cost modeling for homeowners insurance, leading the design and deployment of predictive models. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance pricing strategies and develop scalable a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$440K - $500K+*

Drive the development of a cutting-edge identity management platform, overseeing its lifecycle and strategic direction to enhance audience targeting and measurement in the evolving ad tech landscape...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$440K - $500K+*

Champion the development of a cutting-edge identity management platform, driving product strategy and cross-functional collaboration to enhance ad targeting and measurement in a dynamic advertising la...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$440K - $500K+*

Shape the future of advertising technology by leading the development of a robust identity management platform that enhances targeting and measurement across a dynamic ecosystem, ensuring privacy and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$440K - $500K+*

Transform the advertising landscape by owning the identity management platform, driving product strategy, and ensuring seamless integration across teams to enhance targeting and measurement for Netfli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$171K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of scalable data platforms. Drive innovation in cloud data architecture and pipeline automation, collaborating across teams to deliver impactf...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $272K *

Advance your career by leading the development of scalable ML systems that drive impactful business outcomes through data science innovation and collaboration with cross-functional teams...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $170K *

Lead end-to-end data pipeline design and advanced analytics to drive strategic insights. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor junior staff, and leverage machine learning and Generative AI to enhance...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$206K - $292K *

Optimize product strategies using advanced statistics and machine learning to drive efficiency and growth. Collaborate across functions, present insights, and mentor team members while analyzing compl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$205K - $305K *

Shape the future of software development by leading a team focused on enhancing developer and agent experiences. Drive technical strategy, streamline release engineering, and foster collaboration to e...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Optimize BPA's data analytics strategy by leading a team of experts in data science and machine learning. Drive enterprise-wide initiatives, align with federal partners, and enhance data governance to...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Lead a transformative finance function, shaping strategy and operations as you build a robust financial framework to support rapid growth and drive impactful decision-making...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Drive impactful analytics solutions by consulting with clients, leading audience strategies, and mentoring teams to enhance business outcomes and foster innovation in marketing analytics...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $287K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced data science and machine learning to solve complex product challenges. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive impactful solutions that enhance user experience...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Lead a data science team to tackle an innovative compliance challenge, directly contributing technical insights while overseeing team performance and growth. Partner with cross-functional teams to ens...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock the potential of data as a senior data scientist, transforming U.S. Army enterprise data into impactful analytical products and workflows, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the transformation of data-driven decision-making in Sales & Service. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client experience through predictive models, AI, and robust data frameworks, while...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days 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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