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.
$150K - $180K *
Drive financial excellence by overseeing operations, managing a high-performing team, and implementing strategies to ensure compliance and support growth in the fast-evolving technology and blockchain...
4 weeks ago
Lead Data Scientist - Pharma Commercial Analytics
$150K - $180K *
Unlock your potential by leading commercial analytics initiatives in the pharmaceutical sector. Drive strategic decision-making through actionable insights derived from complex healthcare data, while...
Yesterday
Principal Data Scientist - Knowledge Engineering, Customer Success Data Platform
$247K - $335K *
Lead the charge in architecting a robust knowledge framework that empowers customer success through innovative data solutions, guiding a team of experts to deliver scalable, high-quality knowledge sys...
Yesterday
Senior Applied Scientist, Frontier AI Tooling
$167K - $226K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of AI solutions by tackling complex problems, collaborating with stakeholders, and deploying innovative models that enhance business outcomes and customer experie...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $125K *
Join a team where you will drive strategic planning and enhance operational frameworks to optimize performance and foster collaboration across departments, contributing to transformative solutions and...
Reposted 6 days ago
$175K - $210K *
Transform data into actionable insights by leading data pipeline development and modeling. Collaborate with teams to enhance data products and ensure seamless integration for reporting and analytics i...
1 week ago
$175K - $210K *
Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights. Leverage your expertise in data engineering to develop robust data pipelines and models, ensuring seamless data flow for reporting and an...
1 week ago
$175K - $210K *
Elevate data engineering capabilities by designing and developing robust data pipelines and models, ensuring seamless data transformation for analytics and reporting teams. Collaborate with stakeholde...
1 week ago
$102K - $124K *
Unlock the potential of media effectiveness by leading research design and delivery. Collaborate with clients to translate complex data into actionable insights, while mentoring teams and driving stra...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Data Scientist -Financial Services- Pricing
$179K - $204K *
Lead the charge in leveraging data science to drive innovative solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to build impactful machine learning models and deliver insights that enhance custome...
2 days ago
$160K - $170K *
Elevate data engineering excellence by designing and implementing complex data solutions, mentoring engineers, and collaborating across teams to drive impactful data initiatives and architectural inno...
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Machine Learning Engineer, Associate Director (Chicago)
$140K - $180K *
Lead the charge in building transformative machine learning systems that redefine financial analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive AI innovation and operational excellence in a r...
Reposted 3 days ago
$211K - $272K *
Transform your career by leading enterprise applications strategy and delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, drive AI adoption, and ensure robust application architect...
Yesterday
Associate Director, Biostatistics
$160K - $228K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality biostatistical analyses for clinical studies, ensuring scientific integrity and collaboration across teams to translate innovative science into impactful med...
3 weeks ago
Product Finance Director, AI Products & GPU Investment Strategy
$223K - $307K *
Lead financial strategy for AI products, optimizing GPU supply and demand while driving revenue analytics and operational excellence. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to establish KPIs a...
2 weeks ago
Product Finance Director, AI Products & GPU Investment Strategy
$223K - $307K *
Shape the future of AI finance by partnering with engineering and product leaders to optimize GPU supply, drive pricing strategies, and establish robust financial operations that support rapid growth...
2 weeks ago
Product Finance Director, AI Products & GPU Investment Strategy
$223K - $307K *
Champion financial strategy by partnering with AI leaders to optimize GPU supply, pricing, and product economics, ensuring robust execution and scalable systems that drive growth and profitability in...
2 weeks ago
Research Engineer - Model Evaluation & MLOps
$130K - $155K *
Transform ML evaluation processes by building robust infrastructure for deploying and optimizing multimodal models, enhancing workflows for high-quality performance and seamless integration of cutting...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$231K - $323K *
Elevate data engineering and AI capabilities to enhance marketing automation and customer engagement. Lead cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions, ensuring data quality and responsible A...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Client Growth & Strategy, DHS
$200K - $250K *
Reimagine growth strategies within federal agencies, focusing on enhancing digital services and customer engagement. Leverage your expertise to drive business development, capture opportunities, and f...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Director, Client Growth & Strategy, DHS
$200K - $250K *
Pioneer growth strategies within DHS, focusing on USCIS and digital services. Lead multidisciplinary teams to enhance public service delivery, leveraging deep mission knowledge and established relatio...
1 week ago
Director of Solutions Engineering
$198K - $222K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative data solutions in healthcare. Drive strategy and execution for complex enterprise deployments while mentoring a high-performing team and building executive relat...
1 week ago
Director of Solutions Engineering
$198K - $222K *
Engage in shaping AI-driven data solutions, leading a high-impact team to enhance enterprise deployments in healthcare. Drive strategy and execution while fostering partnerships with senior leaders to...
1 week ago
Senior Commercial Data Scientist
$118K - $166K *
Unlock potential by leveraging data science and AI to drive innovative solutions in marketing and commercial strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform complex challenges into...
Today
Product Owner, Data Products & Onboarding
$130K - $160K *
Drive innovative data solutions by leading cross-functional teams to deliver and manage a portfolio of governed data products. Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to optimize product...
Reposted 3 days 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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