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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$140K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Scientist Principal, driving data-driven solutions and strategic insights for mission-critical operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance data quality and op...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by applying advanced analytics to extract insights from diverse datasets. Collaborate with operations to visualize data trends and enhance business strategies thro...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $141K *

Drive impactful data engineering solutions by leveraging AI and LLM technologies. Collaborate with clients to build scalable data pipelines and applications, translating complex data into actionable i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $141K *

Drive the development of scalable data engineering solutions, leveraging AI and LLM technologies to enhance client engagements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful analytical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $141K *

Lead transformative data engineering initiatives by designing scalable pipelines and AI solutions, collaborating with clients to drive impactful outcomes across diverse industries while leveraging cut...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $141K *

Lead transformative data engineering initiatives, leveraging AI and LLM technologies to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with clients across industries, driving impactful outcomes through innov...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $141K *

Champion data-driven solutions by leading complex data engineering and AI projects. Collaborate with clients to optimize data strategies, build scalable infrastructures, and deliver impactful analytic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $190K *

Engineer data strategies and methodologies for emerging sectors, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Lead a team while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance data accuracy and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing and deploying advanced models. Collaborate across teams to enhance analytics solutions, optimize performance, and communicate findings effectively...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Drive innovative algorithm development to transform sensor data into actionable insights, collaborating with engineers to automate experimental protocols and enhance manufacturing intelligence for adv...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading data-driven insights to enhance patient access to medications. Collaborate with diverse teams to execute innovative analytics that inform health plans, improve medication e...

Denver, CORemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$228K - $342K *

Innovate with us to design and build core ML systems for next-gen AI agents, integrating model logic and orchestration for scalable solutions that impact millions. Collaborate within senior teams to d...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Build and deploy AI-powered tools and agent systems, integrating LLMs and ML models into solutions that enhance business decision-making while managing data processes and collaborating with cross-func...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $190K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative subsurface imaging hardware, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive projects from concept to deployment, ensuring high-quality data integration for...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$165K - $185K *

Innovate at the forefront of machine learning by leading active learning initiatives, enhancing model accuracy, and managing annotation processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by building a robust data platform that transforms fragmented data into trusted insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize data pipelines...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Transform data into actionable insights by building a robust data platform. Design and implement containerized services, manage external data connections, and create tools that empower logistics exper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Transform fragmented data into a cohesive platform by designing and building containerized services that streamline data connections and empower users to manage and analyze logistics data effectively...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $175K *

Manage a team of data operations professionals, overseeing the preprocessing data pipeline for satellite imagery. Leverage your expertise in technical project management and data analysis to support c...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Drive your career with a leadership role managing data operations, overseeing complex data pipelines, and ensuring seamless communication with government clients. Leverage your technical expertise to...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $193K *

Shape the future of healthcare data science by leading advanced analytics and machine learning initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex datasets into actionable insigh...

San Diego, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Shape data-driven solutions by leveraging your expertise in machine learning and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful insights and ensure seamless deployment in prod...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $267K *

Transform safety enforcement through data science by developing models and systems that detect and mitigate abuse. Collaborate across teams to translate policies into actionable insights, ensuring eff...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in pioneering marketing analytics by managing client engagements, guiding a skilled team, and driving growth through strategic insights and innovative methodologies in data science...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to build and operate scalable AI/ML platforms, enhancing product development and deployment. Collaborate across departments to deliver reliable, reusable capabilities that streamli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.