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.
Director / Principal Investigator, AI and Genomics
$250K - $290K *
Drive AI innovation by leading a research team to develop population-scale models, focusing on health-risk prediction and variant-effect analysis, while securing funding and publishing impactful resea...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform business challenges into actionable insights by leveraging advanced analytics, decision science, and machine learning. Collaborate with leaders to enhance customer experience and drive enter...
Reposted 2 days ago
Director, PEPI - Data, Cloud & AI Architecture
$150K - $225K *
Elevate our technology practice by leading data, cloud, and AI architecture initiatives. Drive impactful assessments and strategic insights for private equity clients, ensuring alignment with business...
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Director, PEPI - Data, Cloud & AI Architecture
$150K - $225K *
Optimize data, cloud, and AI architecture strategies to enhance enterprise value. Lead engagements, assess technical systems, and translate findings into actionable insights for private equity clients...
Yesterday
Director, PEPI - Data, Cloud & AI Architecture
$150K - $225K *
Lead the charge in data, cloud, and AI architecture, driving technology assessments and strategic insights for private equity firms. Collaborate with teams to enhance enterprise value through innovati...
Yesterday
Director, PEPI - Data, Cloud & AI Architecture
$150K - $225K *
Join a team that's redefining technology strategy for private equity firms. Lead data, cloud, and AI architecture initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals while managing client relationship...
Yesterday
Director, PEPI - Data, Cloud & AI Architecture
$150K - $225K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of technology in private equity. Lead data, cloud, and AI architecture initiatives, driving enterprise value through strategic assessments and hands-on engagement...
Yesterday
Director, PEPI - Data, Cloud & AI Architecture
$150K - $225K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of technology in private equity. Lead data, cloud, and AI architecture initiatives, driving enterprise value through strategic assessments and hands-on engagement...
Yesterday
$130K - $163K *
Unlock potential by leading data analytics initiatives that drive business growth. Collaborate across teams to transform consumer insights into actionable strategies, mentor analysts, and shape the an...
1 week ago
Account Director, Intelligence Community
$123K - $184K *
Join a team that's driving growth by identifying and closing new business opportunities within the U.S. Intelligence Community. Leverage your strategic account management skills to deepen relationship...
1 week ago
Associate Director Clinical Data Management Program Lead
$157K - $256K *
Drive the success of clinical data management deliverables, ensuring effective communication, oversight of timelines and budgets, and mentoring team members while maintaining high standards and readin...
1 week ago
Associate Director Clinical Data Management Program Lead
$157K - $256K *
Join a dynamic team to lead clinical data management deliverables, ensuring program success through proactive communication, expert guidance, and effective resource management while mentoring team mem...
1 week ago
Associate Director Clinical Data Management Program Lead
$157K - $256K *
Lead and inspire the success of clinical data management deliverables, ensuring adherence to standards and best practices. Collaborate with teams to manage timelines, budgets, and quality metrics whil...
1 week ago
Senior Staff Research Scientist/Engineer, Consumer Agents Post Training, DeepMind
$262K - $364K *
Pioneer innovative advancements in large-scale modeling and post-training experience. Collaborate within a dynamic team to drive research, validate hypotheses, and enhance the capabilities of cutting...
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Director of Investor Relations
$265K - $310K *
Champion investor relations by shaping engagement strategies and narratives. Collaborate with executives to enhance investor understanding of our AI business, while managing reporting and insights to...
2 weeks ago
$172K - $192K *
Drive innovation by developing and implementing machine learning models to analyze large datasets, generate predictive insights, and support data-driven business decisions while ensuring model perform...
3 days ago
$70K - $140K *
Shape the future of customer service by designing and deploying innovative Conversational AI solutions. Leverage cutting-edge technologies to transform enterprise operations and enhance customer exper...
3 weeks ago
$170K - $215K *
Shape the future of IT leadership by building a high-performing team and establishing robust security and compliance frameworks to support rapid global growth and operational excellence in a dynamic t...
3 weeks ago
Director, Product Management - Enterprise Data Platform
$107K - $150K *
Shape the future of our enterprise data platform by leading product strategy, defining capabilities, and ensuring alignment across business and technology teams to deliver scalable, secure, and truste...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Unlock potential by building and managing a robust internal data platform that enhances product insights, revenue tracking, and customer service efficiency through effective data ingestion and quality...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's building and optimizing a robust internal data platform to enhance product insights, streamline data ingestion, and ensure data quality for analytics and reporting. Collaborate with...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Empower your career by building and optimizing data pipelines that enhance product insights and operational efficiency. Collaborate with analytics teams to ensure data integrity and drive impactful de...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Shape the future of GenAI product development in enterprise software. Collaborate with teams and customers to create secure, user-friendly solutions that meet evolving AI and security standards. Drive...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$160K - $180K *
Lead the charge in global privacy compliance, ensuring tailored support for digital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex regulations while driving business objectives...
Reposted 3 days ago
Data Scientist I, PXT Central Science
$108K - $160K *
Transform employee experiences by designing and developing scalable models using machine learning and statistical methods. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful solutions and comm...
2 weeks ago
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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