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.
Principal Associate, Data Scientist - SBB Fraud
$161K - $184K *
Drive innovative fraud detection solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to build and deploy machine learning models that protect small businesses from fraud, leveraging advanced data a...
2 days ago
Associate Director, Real-World Analytics Programming
$186K - $233K *
Empower the future of real-world analytics by leading programming activities for observational studies, ensuring high-quality deliverables through collaboration with cross-functional teams and innovat...
3 weeks ago
Vice President, FP&A & Financial Transformation
$300K - $345K *
Lead the evolution of FP&A by integrating AI-driven insights, enhancing forecasting accuracy, and fostering collaboration across departments to support strategic decision-making and drive financial pe...
1 week ago
Sr Data Scientist - Fleet Planning
$110K *
Unlock insights as a Senior Data Scientist, driving fleet analytics and ML systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform data into impactful decisions, enhancing performance and innova...
4 weeks ago
$206K - $269K *
Analyze product and business challenges, leveraging data and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive strategic insights and influence decision-making for impactful product development...
1 week ago
Manager, Data Science & Innovation - Wearable Devices
$140K - $160K *
Drive innovation in wearables data science by leading a team to harness 24/7 sensor data, validate product performance, and inform corporate strategy through advanced machine learning applications in...
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Senior Director, Integrated Investment
$99K - $132K *
Develop integrated media investment strategies that enhance client performance across channels. Lead teams, foster collaboration, and drive measurable business outcomes through strategic insights and...
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Senior Director, Integrated Investment
$99K - $132K *
Drive integrated media investment strategies that enhance client performance and growth. Leverage cross-channel expertise to deliver actionable insights and foster collaboration across teams, ensuring...
Yesterday
Senior Director, Business Development
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's driving growth in the biopharmaceutical sector by developing strategic business relationships, prospecting new clients, and leading sales initiatives to achieve organizational objec...
3 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Tackle complex optimization challenges by developing scalable decision systems in supply chain operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytical models, ensuring alignment with...
3 days ago
$135K - $140K *
Empower data-driven decisions by developing and optimizing data pipelines. Collaborate with engineers and scientists to ensure data availability and support AI/ML applications, enhancing the efficienc...
6 days ago
Director, Technical Products and Operations
$200K - $235K *
Lead the charge in managing client-facing SaaS products on AWS, ensuring operational excellence, security compliance, and performance optimization while overseeing a dedicated team. Drive innovation a...
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Director, Technical Products and Operations
$200K - $235K *
Elevate operational excellence by leading end-to-end management of client-facing AWS SaaS products, ensuring security, compliance, and optimization while directly engaging in architecture and support...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director, Technical Products and Operations
$200K - $235K *
Drive product excellence by owning the lifecycle and security of high-performance client SaaS platforms hosted on AWS. Lead a dedicated team to optimize operations, ensure compliance, and deliver seam...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director, Technical Products and Operations
$200K - $235K *
Join a team that's committed to optimizing and securing our AWS-hosted SaaS platforms, ensuring compliance and performance. Take on hands-on leadership in architecture, operations, and product reliabi...
Reposted 1 week ago
Staff Scientist, Modeling Applications
$125K - $160K *
Join us to shape the future of ocean-based CDR research by developing and applying advanced modeling systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance ocean alkalinity and drive impactful scientific...
2 weeks ago
Sr Data Scientist - Fleet Planning
$110K *
Lead the charge in transforming data into actionable insights through advanced analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive fleet performance and deliver impactful...
4 weeks ago
$175K - $210K *
Shape the future of Data & AI by defining strategy, overseeing delivery, and driving innovation. Lead a global team to modernize data platforms, ensure governance, and foster client relationships whil...
1 week ago
$175K - $210K *
Shape the future of data and AI by defining strategy, driving innovation, and managing global teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance client outcomes and support business growth...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Advance predictive analytics solutions by developing machine-learning models and conducting complex data analysis. Collaborate cross-functionally to solve business problems and enhance automation capa...
Today
Director, Technical Products and Operations
$200K - $235K *
Drive the management, operation, and security of client-facing SaaS products hosted on AWS. Be a hands-on leader, ensuring platform performance, compliance, and continuous product improvement while su...
Reposted 1 week ago
Staff Data Scientist, CRM & Lifecycle Marketing
$194K - $262K *
Lead the charge in transforming CRM strategies through data-driven insights, causal measurement, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive customer journey design and lifecycle marketing initiatives t...
Today
Associate Director, Operations- Center for Therapeutic Genectics
$120K - $150K *
Elevate operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives and financial management across multiple institutions. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive goals, enhance partnerships, and ensu...
1 week ago
Principal Machine Learning Engineer, Applied AI
$252K - $336K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance AI models for customer-specific workflows. Leverage your expertise in post-training and evaluation to drive model quality and reliability, collaborating with researchers...
Reposted 1 week ago
Principal Machine Learning Engineer, Applied AI
$252K - $336K *
Drive the adaptation of advanced AI models to meet customer-specific needs, ensuring reliable workflows and high-quality outputs through expert post-training and evaluation techniques in a collaborati...
Reposted 1 week ago
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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