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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$180K - $298K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions by enhancing machine learning models for customized scientific applications. Collaborate across teams to bridge the gap between research and engineering, ensuring optima...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $298K *

Contribute to advancing AI capabilities by developing, evaluating, and adapting machine learning models within customer-specific workflows, ensuring high model quality and reliability through collabor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $298K *

Unlock potential by driving model adaptation and evaluation in Applied AI, collaborating with researchers and software teams to enhance customer-specific workflows and ensure reliable, high-quality AI...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $298K *

Transform customer-specific scientific workflows by applying your expertise in post-training and evaluation of ML systems. Collaborate with AI researchers and software teams to enhance model quality a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team as a Data Engineer, where you'll design and maintain data pipelines using SparkSQL and Pyspark. Your work will enhance data analysis efficiency, impacting industries and driving cu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with Data Scientists to build and deploy cutting-edge ML models. Drive innovation in real-time and batch systems while optimizing performance in a dynamic, cloud-b...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

Shape the future of audience analytics by leading strategies that drive client success. Collaborate with teams to translate insights into actionable plans, ensuring performance metrics are met while m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by leading planning processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering insights that drive investment decisions and organizational growth in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$229K - $262K *

Champion innovative data science solutions to enhance model governance and drive business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage advanced analytics and machine learning, ensurin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $265K *

Join a team that's redefining technology and data strategy in life sciences. Lead initiatives in AI, analytics, and governance to enhance decision-making and drive business impact while collaborating...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $235K *

Lead and inspire multiple data engineering teams to design and deliver scalable data platforms, ensuring operational excellence and reliability across batch and real-time systems while fostering a cul...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$167K - $260K *

Shape cutting-edge advancements in AI by leading deep reasoning research and driving innovative systems, while collaborating with a dynamic team to create impactful solutions in a fast-paced environme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $250K *

Lead the charge in redefining financial experiences by owning enterprise data and AI platforms. Drive strategy, execution, and governance while collaborating across teams to deliver scalable, innovati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$244K - $305K *

Lead innovative research in reinforcement learning and autonomous agents, guiding a high-performing team while collaborating with cross-functional groups to translate research into impactful products...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $287K *

Analyze complex data to drive marketing strategies and user growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop statistical models and optimize performance marketing efforts, influencing key bu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$139K - $287K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced analytics to drive user growth and optimize marketing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate data insights into actionable recommendat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$137K - $235K *

Elevate decision-making by leading the development of Operations Research and Decision Intelligence solutions. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance forecasting, optimization, and simulation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Join a team that's redefining decision intelligence in pharmaceutical R&D. Lead the development of advanced modeling solutions, collaborating with senior stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Drive innovation in data science by developing advanced decision-support models that enhance operational efficiency and strategic planning across therapeutic development and supply chains, collaborati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$172K - $203K *

Drive data transformation initiatives by managing metrics from intake to certification, ensuring clarity and accountability across cross-functional teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$154K - $227K *

Unlock potential by leading the deployment and optimization of cutting-edge AI models, collaborating with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges in multimodal data processing and enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $227K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI innovation by deploying cutting-edge LLMs and agents. Collaborate with experts to tackle multimodal data and optimize AI solutions, driving impactful results in real-t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $232K *

Shape the future of financial planning by leading revenue forecasting and long-range planning initiatives. Collaborate with executives to enhance reporting and drive strategic decisions in a dynamic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $169K *

Create innovative data products by collaborating with cross-functional teams to define metrics, analyze proprietary datasets, and deliver insights that drive customer value in the private capital mark...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $169K *

Shape the future of data-driven products by owning the Derived Intelligence portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define metrics, develop predictive models, and deliver innovative solu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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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