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.
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.
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.
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.
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
$125K - $150K *
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
$125K - $150K *
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
$125K - $150K *
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
$125K - $150K *
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
$125K - $150K *
Transform the future of finance by leveraging your expertise in traditional machine learning. Collaborate with clients to enhance their teams or build innovative products, driving impactful solutions...
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
$125K - $150K *
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
$125K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in traditional machine learning to design, develop, and optimize models for financial data. Collaborate with clients or build innovative solutions within...
2 weeks ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
$125K - $150K *
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Traditional ML & Financial Data) - Remote - USA
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What does a Senior Data Scientist do?
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?
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?
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?
Browse vetted Senior Data Scientist listings on Ladders and review compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities to find opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.