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.

Find Director, Data Scientist Jobs on Ladders

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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$120K - $145K *

Create data infrastructure from scratch to empower strategic decision-making across the organization. Collaborate with engineering to ensure reliable data flow and drive growth through optimized analy...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $216K *

The Multimedia Data Scientist at TikTok focuses on enhancing user experiences through data-driven solutions and collaboration with various teams. The role involves developing metrics, conducting exper...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$103K - $121K *

Champion project success by building pacing trackers and forecasting models, collaborating with Finance to enhance capacity planning and resource allocation, while providing leadership with real-time...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading programmatic operations and strategy. Drive innovative communication plans, mentor a talented team, and collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance client success and o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$98K - $152K *

Elevate your data science career by developing predictive models that drive automated pricing and trading. Collaborate with trading teams to translate data into actionable insights, ensuring market co...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $165K *

Accelerate your career as a Human Capital Data Analyst, leveraging your expertise in workforce analytics to drive insights and support critical National Security initiatives through data analysis and...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $303K *

Drive innovative product development programs through effective leadership and strategic management, overseeing all phases from conception to market launch while ensuring cross-functional collaboratio...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$181K - $291K *

Lead the charge in managing the full systems development lifecycle for enterprise applications, ensuring data quality and integrity while evolving best practices across healthcare operations and suppo...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$181K - $291K *

Transform enterprise applications by leading the full systems development lifecycle, ensuring data quality and integrity while fostering best practices across healthcare operations and support service...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Pioneer transformative client solutions and drive business growth as a senior leader. Manage diverse portfolios, foster strategic partnerships, and nurture team talent to deliver exceptional outcomes...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$220K - $292K *

Shape the future of maritime defense by designing and deploying AI solutions for factory operations. Leverage your expertise to transform inspection processes into efficient AI workflows, enhancing pr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$131K - $197K *

Drive data-driven decisions by centralizing product performance analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex data into actionable insights, enabling leadership to understand...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$131K - $197K *

Unlock potential by owning product performance analytics to drive growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to centralize reporting, simplify complex data, and provide actionable insights for st...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $92K *

Accelerate data-driven decision-making in our College Success Office by overseeing program data management, ensuring accuracy, and leading a team to enhance student outcomes through innovative data so...

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

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing strategic frameworks that drive client success. Collaborate cross-functionally to craft innovative solutions, mentor teams, and ensure strategic excellence across integra...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Transform the future of strategic communications by leading cross-functional teams to develop innovative, data-driven strategies that drive client success and foster long-term relationships in a dynam...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $167K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leveraging SQL and Python expertise. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting capabilities and support strategic decisions through effective data analysis...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $130K *

Pioneer advanced analytics solutions to drive impactful business decisions, translating complex problems into scalable models. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational workflows and deliver dat...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Help us innovate by leveraging data science to enhance automated collection models and analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline intelligence integration, optimize processes, and deliver...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $195K *

Champion the global eDiscovery Technology practice, leading a diverse team to innovate AI-assisted workflows, ensuring defensibility and quality across jurisdictions while driving growth and operation...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$171K - $265K *

Empower our data and actuarial technology strategy, leading modernization and operational excellence. Drive innovation and collaboration across teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $265K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and modernization of data and actuarial technology. Drive operational performance and deliver impactful solutions that enhance data-driven decision-making a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $267K *

Lead data-driven strategies to enhance product development and user growth. Collaborate across teams to implement sophisticated analyses and metrics that drive business decisions and mentor junior tea...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$225K - $275K *

Elevate the future of AI applications by leading a dynamic team to develop mission-critical software. Drive innovation in the AI SDLC, ensuring quality and security while delivering impactful solution...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's pioneering the next generation of ML models to drive drug discovery, leveraging advanced single-cell datasets. Collaborate with experts to push the boundaries of computational biolo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director, Data Scientist do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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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