Senior Data Scientist Jobs

Explore senior data scientist opportunities with organizations seeking experienced professionals to turn complex data into meaningful business results. Ladders features vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you focus your search on roles that match your skills, leadership experience, and compensation goals.

What Senior Data Scientists Do

Senior data scientists design analytical approaches, build and evaluate statistical and machine learning models, and translate findings into practical recommendations. They work with product, engineering, business, and executive teams to identify opportunities, guide decisions, and deliver data-driven solutions.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for advanced experience in Python or R, SQL, statistical analysis, machine learning, experimentation, and data visualization. Senior candidates may also bring expertise in cloud platforms, large-scale data systems, model deployment, and responsible AI. Clear communication, sound judgment, and the ability to mentor teammates are also valuable.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Senior data scientists can find opportunities across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and other data-intensive industries. Depending on the organization and role, experienced professionals may progress into staff or principal data scientist positions, analytics leadership, or specialized AI and machine learning roles. Browse Ladders for vetted openings paying $100,000 or more.

Find a Senior Data Scientist Role on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore opportunities aligned with your expertise and career ambitions. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply to roles that fit your goals.

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$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative data science solutions, collaborating with experts to address complex challenges. Engage directly with clients to translate technical concepts into actionable...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $228K *

Lead the charge in harnessing AI and machine learning to enhance sales efficiency and operational effectiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy innovative solutions that drive data...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data insights to enhance organizational systems. This role involves advanced data analysis, visualization, and reporting that supports higher command levels in implement...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing digital twins to enhance clinical trial design and support evidence-based decisions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate clinical questions into quantit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Drive the end-to-end lifecycle of data pipelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions using cutting-edge technologies and methodologies, while ensuring high-qua...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $155K *

Drive impactful healthcare solutions by leading actuarial studies that quantify the economic benefits of nutrition care. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop models and communicate findi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $149K *

Unlock potential by applying advanced analytics and machine learning to solve complex bioprocess challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop data-driven solutions that enhance opera...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex IT programs with strategic oversight to ensure successful delivery and alignment with organizational goals in a dynamic federal environment. Foster stakeholder engagement and continuous i...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$182K - $252K *

Drive impactful marketing measurement by leveraging causal inference to optimize budget allocation across channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data-driven decisions enhance grow...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading statistical analysis and data science projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance understanding of USCG systems and personnel, driving improvements i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative Generative AI systems that transform real-world applications. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and deploy scalable AI solutions, ensuring seamles...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $144K *

Pioneer innovative data solutions by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data management and visualization, driving impactful insight...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $259K *

Drive impactful product decisions by leading a high-performing Data Science team. Set strategic goals, prioritize initiatives, and foster a culture of accountability while collaborating with Product a...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $177K *

Innovate data-driven solutions by leveraging advanced AI/ML techniques to enhance analytics projects. Collaborate across teams to build and deploy production-ready models, ensuring impactful AI applic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Develop innovative measurement solutions by leveraging data science expertise to solve complex marketing challenges. Collaborate closely with customers and cross-functional teams to deliver insights...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Scientist, managing diverse datasets to drive business insights and innovation. Collaborate with teams to enhance decision-making and optimize processes, contributing t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's developing and deploying innovative ML/AI solutions in healthcare, enhancing clinical decision-making and operational efficiency through actionable insights and cutting-edge technol...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Innovate cutting-edge tissue segmentation and labeling models for ultrasound CT. Collaborate with clinical experts to enhance training pipelines and deliver accurate, real-time analysis services while...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Innovate advanced analytics and AI solutions while leading a talented team. Collaborate across functions to drive enterprise strategy and deliver impactful, scalable results that enhance client and em...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic data science team driving revenue insights. Shape monetization strategies while overseeing experimentation and optimizing financial engineering metrics for glo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Analyze and extract insights from complex datasets to identify fraud and operational inefficiencies. Collaborate across teams to develop predictive models, ensuring compliance with data regulations an...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of data-driven growth. You'll build trusted data models, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive insights that enhance decision-making across marketi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$163K - $236K *

Explore a dynamic role where you will leverage analytics to drive product decisions, conduct impactful experiments, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and identify...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $218K *

Champion innovative machine learning solutions to enhance service availability, optimize routing, and improve fulfillment efficiency in a complex logistics environment, driving profitability and shopp...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$111K - $188K *

Innovate advanced AI and machine learning solutions for fintech, tackling complex challenges in payments and transactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful results and enhanc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Data Scientist do?question toggle

    A Senior Data Scientist uses statistics, programming, and machine learning to analyze data, develop models, and inform business or product decisions. The role often includes collaborating across teams and mentoring other data professionals.

  • What qualifications are common for Senior Data Scientist jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek substantial data science experience, proficiency in Python or R and SQL, knowledge of statistical methods and machine learning, and the ability to communicate insights. Requirements vary by company and industry.

  • What industries hire Senior Data Scientists?question toggle

    Senior Data Scientists work in technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other industries that use data to improve products, operations, or decision-making.

  • How can I find Senior Data Scientist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted Senior Data Scientist listings on Ladders and review compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities to find opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.