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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$153K - $207K *

Join us to leverage data science and machine learning in crafting innovative marketing solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze advertiser behavior, build predictive models, and d...

5 days ago

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

$165K - $190K *

Champion innovative solutions at the intersection of AI and life sciences, collaborating with scientists and clinicians to enhance data usability and accelerate research outcomes. Drive technical impl...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the development of a next-gen Parts Pricing Engine, shaping pricing strategies and methodologies for over 400,000 SKUs. Collaborate across teams to transform data into actionable insights and dri...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Architect robust retail forecasting models and optimize supply chains by bridging data science and engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure operational reliability and enhance data-driven...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$285K - $380K *

Elevate marketing effectiveness through data-driven insights and analytics. Partner with cross-functional teams to define core metrics, analyze customer retention, and develop a culture of experimenta...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $227K *

Unlock potential by leading the deployment and optimization of cutting-edge AI models, collaborating with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges in multimodal data processing and enhance...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $227K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI innovation by deploying cutting-edge LLMs and agents. Collaborate with experts to tackle multimodal data and optimize AI solutions, driving impactful results in real-t...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by owning analytics for a key product area. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop predictive models and deliver actionable insights that drive growth a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of advanced ML systems, driving technical vision, and integrating AI solutions across the organization to enhance operational efficiency and deliver impactf...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$178K - $200K *

Shape the future of data science by leading innovative analytics solutions, guiding teams, and driving impactful decisions that transform complex data into actionable insights for diverse industries...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $200K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Data Scientist, driving innovative analytics solutions and mentoring teams to transform complex data into actionable insights across diverse industries...

Seattle, WARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining agent architecture to tackle complex operational challenges. You'll design and implement production agents, enhance multi-agent coordination, and ensure reliable outcomes...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $190K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by leveraging advanced GEOINT analysis and data science techniques. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and drive innovative so...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of AI by developing innovative solutions that drive business value. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex data into actionable insights, leveraging advanced ana...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Advance data solutions by developing scalable Spark applications in AWS Databricks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize ETL/ELT pipelines, ensuring data integrity and compliance in mis...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $234K *

Elevate your career by developing cutting-edge AI models that enhance customer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn complex challenges into scalable solutions, driving innovati...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

3 days ago

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

$117K - $234K *

Transform complex customer and business challenges into scalable AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, evaluate, and deploy advanced ML models that enhance customer experie...

3 days ago

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

$146K - $189K *

Transform healthcare analytics by leveraging advanced data science techniques to enhance risk adjustment data quality and operational effectiveness. Collaborate across teams to develop predictive mode...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $155K *

Drive impactful data science initiatives that enhance business value across multiple domains. Lead a high-performing team to deliver advanced analytics solutions, ensuring alignment with strategic goa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative AI product features. Collaborate across teams to create reliable, user-friendly solutions that enhance private equity workflows, ensuring seam...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $86K *

Develop and deliver end-to-end AI product experiences, integrating full-stack engineering with applied AI. Collaborate across teams to create intuitive, reliable workflows and user interfaces that enh...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $90K *

Unlock potential by building end-to-end AI product experiences that enhance private equity workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create reliable, intuitive solutions that leverage adva...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $90K *

Transform the private equity landscape by building end-to-end AI product features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive user experiences, ensuring reliable and scalable AI solut...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $169K *

Accelerate progress by designing and implementing AI product features that transform private equity workflows. Collaborate across teams to build robust full-stack systems that ensure reliable, user-fr...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $161K *

Accelerate growth by designing and building cutting-edge AI product features, integrating robust full-stack solutions for private equity applications, and mentoring engineers to uphold high standards...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.