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 - $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

4 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

Reposted yesterday

  •   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

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced data science and machine learning to drive impactful insights and optimize processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop predictive models and mentor juni...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $215K *

Lead the design and delivery of innovative data science solutions, leveraging advanced machine learning techniques to tackle complex business challenges while mentoring a team and collaborating across...

2 days ago

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

$140K - $200K *

Elevate your career by designing advanced data solutions for life sciences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex datasets into impactful products, driving innovation and best p...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to lead data science initiatives that enhance profitability and customer experience. Collaborate with teams to develop advanced analytics solutions, mentor junior staff, and drive stra...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$96K - $128K *

Join a team that's building scalable, data-driven solutions by designing and managing robust data pipelines. Play a key role in enhancing analytics capabilities while collaborating with product teams...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Transform customer insights into actionable growth strategies by analyzing usage data and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive OpenAI's adoption and revenue across cloud service provider...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by analyzing customer usage patterns and driving growth strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, shape forecasts, and enhance OpenAI's cloud serv...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights by applying statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to enhance human performance and readiness within the enterprise. Collaborate with teams to dev...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of evaluation frameworks for AI agents, ensuring accuracy and reliability across workflows. Collaborate with engineers to create high-quality datasets and automated grading sy...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $238K *

Unlock potential by tackling complex data challenges and delivering innovative solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to analyze unstructured data, develop real-time processing techniques, and supp...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Analyze and resolve national security questions by leveraging data science expertise. Collaborate with teams to enhance data collection strategies and support intelligence production in a fast-paced e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Tackle critical national security questions by leveraging data science expertise. Collaborate with teams to enhance data collection strategies and automate processes, ensuring adherence to standards w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $282K *

Lead critical data analysis initiatives to enhance national security efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop data strategies and improve analytic capabilities, ensuring adherence to standar...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $128K *

Engineer innovative data solutions to tackle national security challenges. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytic capabilities and automate processes, ensuring adherence to standards while interpr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $234K *

Champion national security by leveraging data science expertise to analyze critical issues, enhance analytic capabilities, and collaborate with diverse teams to drive impactful solutions in a fast-pac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $138K *

Innovate autonomous systems by developing algorithms for planning, scheduling, and resource allocation, leveraging AI technologies to enhance mission operations in space and beyond, while automating c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $225K *

Unlock potential by building and operating a cutting-edge data platform that drives trading analysis and decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data reliability and governa...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$191K - $224K *

Transform organizational talent management by architecting predictive data solutions that drive decision-making, enhance team performance, and support retention strategies at scale. Leverage advanced...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.