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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Lead the charge in delivering impactful brand research solutions, managing multiple project teams, and fostering strong client relationships to drive revenue growth and client satisfaction in a dynami...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $167K *

Shape impactful client relationships by leading custom research projects, driving insights, and managing teams to deliver high-quality results. Oversee a portfolio generating $2.5-$5M in revenue while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $167K *

Drive impactful client relationships and lead high-value research projects, managing teams to deliver insights that enhance brand performance. Shape strategies for growth while ensuring client satisfa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Elevate client outcomes by leading strategic media effectiveness initiatives, driving growth through insightful research and advisory. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to influence investment deci...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Elevate client outcomes by leading strategic media effectiveness initiatives. Drive growth through insightful research, influence investment decisions, and build high-performing teams to deliver excep...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic client accounts, driving growth through media effectiveness research, and shaping impactful strategies that influence investment decisions and client outcomes...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Transform client outcomes by leading strategic media effectiveness initiatives. Drive growth through insightful research and advisory, while managing high-value accounts and building high-performing t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Shape the future of client success by leading strategic media effectiveness initiatives. Drive growth and influence investment decisions through expert advisory and innovative research, ensuring opera...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of machine learning by driving development cycles, enhancing iteration speed, and overcoming bottlenecks. Collaborate with a goal-oriented team to achieve impactful results in a dynam...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and strategic initiatives across business functions. Collaborate with senior leadership to influence corporate development and enhance organizational...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $250K *

Innovate and shape the future of Enterprise Intelligence by driving product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform AI insights into actionable workflows, enhancin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$206K - $216K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize machine learning pipelines for e-commerce, leveraging advanced models and data governance to enhance personalization across multiple brands and markets...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$235K - $280K *

Lead the charge in shaping a high-performing engineering team to manage a robust data platform. Drive architectural decisions, optimize costs, and ensure reliability while collaborating closely with s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of data strategy for AI-driven vehicle systems, guiding data ingestion, selection, and quality. Collaborate across teams to optimize storage and enhance model training, ensuring efficie...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Lead the design and development of our enterprise data platform, driving initiatives for data ingestion, storage, and transformation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive the development of advanced data solutions, transforming complex data into actionable insights while overseeing machine learning workflows and analytical platforms in a multidisciplinary environ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$190K - $275K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by leading a dynamic team to attract, assess, and hire top talent. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance candidate experience, and build scalable processes that a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $275K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust talent acquisition strategy that attracts top-tier candidates, enhances the hiring process, and fosters a positive candidate experience while aligning with our orga...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$304K - $380K *

Elevate product strategy by leading the vision for our Machine Learning Platform, driving alignment across teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and optimize advertising applications. Collabora...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Manage complex data analyses to drive strategic business decisions. Own projects from scoping to delivery, partnering cross-functionally to translate questions into actionable insights while utilizing...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$200K - $250K *

Drive the evolution of our data platform by architecting scalable solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading technical decisions to enhance trading analysis and reporting capabi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $160K *

Lead the establishment and sustainability of enterprise data governance practices, ensuring data quality and compliance across multiple functions. Collaborate with stakeholders to define standards and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Drive enterprise data governance practices to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and processes that enable trusted data for...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Drive enterprise data governance practices to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and processes that enable trusted data for...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Drive impactful strategies and narratives to support enterprise growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling pitch materials and facilitate workshops, ensuring clari...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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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