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.
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.
$88K - $141K *
Join a team that's redefining audience engagement through innovative data science solutions. Leverage your expertise to drive client growth by transforming complex datasets into actionable insights an...
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$88K - $141K *
Elevate client growth by leveraging advanced data science solutions. Collaborate across teams to transform complex datasets into actionable insights, driving audience engagement and optimizing strateg...
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$88K - $141K *
Unlock advanced audience development by leveraging data science to drive client growth. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring precise targeting and actionable insights fro...
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$88K - $141K *
Join us to drive client growth through innovative data science solutions. Collaborate across teams to analyze complex datasets, develop ML workflows, and translate insights into actionable strategies...
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$88K - $141K *
Join a team that's driving client growth through innovative data science solutions. This hands-on role involves navigating complex datasets to deliver actionable insights and optimize audience engagem...
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$88K - $141K *
Transform data into actionable insights by leading advanced audience development and data science initiatives. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive client growth and opt...
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$88K - $141K *
Unlock insights by transforming complex media data into actionable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and scalability through advanced analytics and automation, d...
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Principal Data Scientist, Workforce Solutions (GBSG)
$247K - $335K *
Shape the data science strategy for Workforce Solutions, driving growth through analysis and experimentation. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to define metrics, influence roadmaps, and eleva...
3 weeks ago
Sr Data Scientist (Operations Research)
$110K - $184K *
Unlock potential by leveraging advanced data science techniques to optimize business operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable analytical models that drive actionable ins...
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Senior Computational Scientist
$180K - $250K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of computational science, driving innovation in AI/ML and high-performance computing. Lead the development of advanced models that support critical national securit...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst, Marketing Science
$100K - $125K *
Bring your expertise to elevate marketing analytics by diagnosing organizer acquisition and retention efforts, delivering actionable insights, and collaborating with leadership to drive strategic deci...
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$120K - $145K *
Transform business processes by designing and deploying AI applications that enhance decision-making and automate workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn data into actionable insigh...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Data Scientist - Measurement
$160K - $195K *
Innovate with us to develop and deploy cutting-edge AI solutions that enhance advertising measurement products. Collaborate across teams to drive impactful data-driven decisions and expand our capabil...
1 week ago
Principal Data Scientist (64_2026.3)
$200K - $215K *
Join a team that's redefining consumer spending intelligence through advanced predictive modeling and statistical methodologies. Lead a talented group to innovate and enhance data-driven solutions tha...
1 week ago
Senior/Staff Applied Scientist
$180K - $330K *
Pioneer innovative A/B experimentation techniques to enhance decision-making across product domains. Collaborate with data science and engineering teams to develop scalable solutions that drive produc...
3 weeks ago
$155K - $165K *
Develop a cutting-edge data ecosystem as a Senior Data Engineer, enhancing analytics, reporting, and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create efficient pipelines and accessi...
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$148K - $223K *
Unlock advanced analytical capabilities by leading data science initiatives that drive strategic decision-making and deliver impactful insights across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders t...
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$148K - $223K *
Innovate data-driven strategies to enhance decision-making and optimize analytics solutions. Lead complex projects, mentor peers, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful insights that d...
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Principal Data Scientist, Product Data & Analytics
$203K - $274K *
Transform data science practices by leading international analytics initiatives, partnering with product teams to drive AI-native decision-making and measurable outcomes across markets, while mentorin...
1 month ago
Sr. Computer Vision/ML Scientist
$138K - $165K *
Drive innovative applied research in computer vision and ML, tackling complex visual understanding challenges across industries. Lead projects from concept to deployment, mentoring junior scientists w...
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Machine Learning Data Scientist - Consumer Forecasting
$150K - $180K *
Help us build and scale robust forecasting systems that drive critical business decisions. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop interpretable models and tools that enhance strategic insights and...
1 week ago
Sr Applied Scientist, FAIM (Full Funnel Agentic Intelligence and Models)
$183K - $248K *
Drive innovation by applying advanced machine learning techniques to enhance advertiser performance and customer experience, collaborating with top scientists to elevate evaluation standards and decis...
2 days ago
$80K - $128K *
Transform data into actionable insights to enhance human capital strategies, develop analytics programs, and support military and civilian workforce initiatives through advanced data science technique...
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$120K - $214K *
Unlock potential by designing and deploying AI/ML solutions that drive innovation and efficiency. Collaborate across teams to optimize model performance and ensure scalability, while supporting a tran...
1 week ago
Senior Data Science and Analytics Analyst (Media Analytics)
$73K - $112K *
Champion data-driven insights to optimize media campaigns and enhance decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform analytics into actionable strategies, ensuring data accuracy...
2 weeks ago
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.