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 - $230K *

Lead the charge in enterprise AI adoption, driving productivity and operational effectiveness. Collaborate across departments to implement AI solutions, ensuring measurable business outcomes and foste...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and optimize scalable data platforms and machine learning solutions in Azure, ensuring performance and reliability while delivering production-ready s...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Lead the transformation of complex data into actionable insights, supporting advanced analytics and decision-making for modernization initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop metrics, das...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion data-driven strategies to enhance marketing performance, mentor a team, and lead client engagements. Drive analytics, AI, and automation initiatives while ensuring actionable insights and mea...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $210K *

Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights, focusing on operational excellence, data quality, and BI innovation to support monetization and AI efforts, driving Meta's growth and enh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $250K *

Engineer groundbreaking AI systems by integrating large language models into real workflows. Leverage data science and creative engineering to enhance model performance and ensure production-ready rel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in building a robust data foundation, ensuring data governance, reliability, and accessibility for analytics. Drive team performance and cross-functional collaboration to support AI in...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining AI infrastructure. Lead data governance, manage a talented team, and ensure data integrity while driving analytics initiatives that empower decision-making across the org...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building a robust data foundation, ensuring data governance and accessibility while managing a high-performing team. Drive analytics initiatives and collaborate across functions to...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform enterprise operations by leading advanced analytics and AI initiatives. Collaborate with government leaders to enhance decision-making and operational effectiveness through data-driven strat...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$87K - $93K *

Join a dynamic Systems Team to manage cross-functional technical projects, ensuring effective delivery and stakeholder satisfaction while driving process improvements and collaboration across teams to...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming HR technology and data governance to enhance organizational effectiveness. Lead a global team in driving data-driven decision-making and innovative solutions that prote...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $190K *

Transform the future of AI architecture by leading innovative strategies and hands-on solutions that enhance scalability, reliability, and product capabilities across a dynamic SaaS platform...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $193K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of advanced data science models. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions, drive best practices, ensure data integrity, and mentor junio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Transform decision-making and accountability in an urban education system by leading data initiatives that enhance the Boston Public Schools' strategic vision and operational effectiveness through rob...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career with a pivotal role in platform operations, ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborate with teams to enhance business continuity and drive improvements in investment managem...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $145K *

Champion data-driven insights to enhance marketplace dynamics, collaborating with product and operations teams. Leverage machine learning and analytics to inform strategic decisions and optimize user...

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $165K *

Drive innovative fraud risk management solutions by leveraging advanced machine learning and data analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance model development and mentor junior data scientist...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Elevate healthcare analytics by leading a data science team to develop predictive models and actionable insights, optimizing HCP engagement and commercial strategies through advanced data analysis and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $207K *

Empower your career as you lead data-driven innovations in search and recommendation systems. Shape the future of personalized customer experiences while mentoring teams and driving impactful initiati...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$186K - $219K *

Champion data science initiatives by defining KPIs, leading analytics frameworks, and mentoring teams. Drive decision-making through trusted metrics and scalable workflows, aligning cross-functional p...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing financial market prediction through cutting-edge causal inference research. As a key contributor, you'll develop innovative models and apply machine learning techniq...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $190K *

Lead a high-performing team to modernize and enhance AI capabilities in legal research. Drive technical strategy, oversee backend systems, and deliver innovative solutions while navigating ambiguity i...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and evolving data systems for workforce planning, predictive forecasting, and operational telemetry, empowering teams with automated decision-making tools and scalable sol...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $286K *

Join a team that's redefining customer interactions through AI and ML. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to develop innovative solutions that enhance user experiences and drive impactful resul...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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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