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.
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Shape and execute a comprehensive communications strategy to enhance industry credibility, foster local acceptance, and attract talent, while managing media relations and community engagement in a dyn...
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Lead the charge in financial forecasting and analysis, driving strategic decisions that enhance top-line performance. Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to optimize SaaS met...
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Drive impactful financial analysis and forecasting to enhance business performance. Collaborate with senior leadership and teams to connect key SaaS metrics with strategic decisions, ensuring effectiv...
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Director, Workforce Management
$161K - $210K *
Elevate workforce management by leading recruitment, onboarding, and performance strategies. Drive clinician readiness and productivity while ensuring quality care through data-driven decision-making...
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Transform drug discovery by developing cutting-edge machine learning models that analyze complex biomedical datasets. Collaborate with experts to optimize drug candidates and contribute to open scienc...
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$212K - $265K *
Empower innovation by leading data science initiatives across diverse products. Define analytics strategies, build reusable frameworks, and leverage AI to enhance insights, driving impactful decisions...
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Unlock insights by designing predictive models using geospatial data to enhance utility infrastructure resilience. Collaborate with teams to mitigate wildfire risks and optimize capital investments th...
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Data Scientist - Corradin Lab (Relocation Assistance Available)
$85K - $100K *
Champion innovative data analysis in genetics, leveraging machine learning and computational biology to explore neurological disease. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects, optimizing methodologies and...
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Applied Scientist, AWS Agentic AI
$171K - $222K *
Transform the future of software development by designing AI-driven tools that enhance code understanding and navigation, impacting millions of developers globally. Own the end-to-end process from res...
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Applied Scientist, AWS Agentic AI
$171K - $222K *
Transform the future of AI by leading innovative research in continual learning and memory-augmented architectures, impacting millions of developers through cutting-edge machine learning solutions and...
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SENIOR DIRECTOR FOR DATA MANAGEMENT AND RESEARCH
$76K - $86K *
Transform the landscape of data management and research by enabling accurate reporting and compliance. Lead a team in driving strategic data initiatives and maintain robust governance standards to sup...
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Vice President, Data Scientist (Open Finance)
$233K - $374K *
Lead the development of advanced data science capabilities in Open Finance. Drive strategic initiatives, build a high-performing team, and collaborate across functions to transform financial data into...
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Vice President, Data Scientist (Open Finance)
$244K - $390K *
Lead the transformation of financial data into actionable insights as a visionary in data science. Drive advanced analytics and AI initiatives, collaborating across teams to deliver impactful solution...
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Senior Manager, Integrated Intelligence
$85K - $105K *
Shape impactful insights through analytics, driving data-informed decisions for healthcare clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance marketing performance and audience understanding...
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$200K - $275K *
Unlock potential by sourcing exceptional technical talent for groundbreaking AI projects. Collaborate with teams to understand role needs and innovate sourcing strategies while building a strong candi...
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Software Engineer, Distributed Systems
$135K - $160K *
Contribute to designing and building systems for executing queries at scale. Collaborate with engineers and product teams to influence architecture and innovate on data infrastructure, enabling fast a...
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Explore innovative AI solutions in healthcare as a strategic leader, guiding product development and technical architecture. Drive large-scale initiatives to enhance clinical and operational excellenc...
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Director, Product Management - Enterprise AI/ML - Agentic AI
$251K - $286K *
Drive the vision and strategy for AI/ML platforms, leading a product team to enhance user experiences for data scientists and engineers while fostering innovation and collaboration across the enterpri...
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Director, Product Management - Enterprise AI/ML - Agentic AI
$251K - $286K *
Join a team that's redefining AI/ML product management, leading innovative platforms that empower data scientists and engineers. Drive strategy, enhance user experience, and unlock transformative valu...
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Senior Director - Data Platform
$218K - $401K *
Unlock potential by leading the modernization and optimization of a critical enterprise data platform, driving AI innovation and analytics while fostering collaboration across teams to deliver trusted...
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Senior Director - Data Platform
$218K - $365K *
Unlock potential by leading the modernization and optimization of a critical enterprise data platform, driving AI innovation and analytics while fostering collaboration across teams to deliver trusted...
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Champion the planning and execution of Remote Services projects, ensuring technical accuracy and commercial viability while coordinating with stakeholders and managing program portfolios to drive over...
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Associate Director, Statistical Programming
$186K - $233K *
Lead the charge in statistical programming for oncology clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with teams to manage timelines, deliverables, and audits while overs...
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Technical Lead and Program Manager
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead technical execution and program delivery for critical defense initiatives. Drive multidisciplinary collaboration, manage resources, and ensure quality outcomes while enhanc...
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Technical Lead and Program Manager
$110K - $130K *
Drive program delivery and technical execution for critical IT initiatives, ensuring effective management of resources, schedules, and stakeholder communication while enhancing service quality and ope...
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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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