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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$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data analytics to enhance Navy operations, develop AI/ML models, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive data-driven decision-making and improve internal controls and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive data-driven decision-making by performing advanced analytics, developing models, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance operational capabilities and data integrity for Navy fraud analyti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to leverage advanced analytics and data science techniques, driving impactful insights and strategic decisions for Retail Media Network initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$247K - $335K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI-native data products and architectures. As a Principal Data Scientist, you'll drive innovation, mentor peers, and enhance data capabilities across the organization, en...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$144K - $240K *

Optimize scientific data platforms by creating efficient ETL pipelines and reliable datasets. Collaborate with researchers to transform raw outputs into structured data, enhancing analysis and workflo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $278K *

Lead the development of cutting-edge training applications, integrating TypeScript, AI/ML, and data analytics to enhance learning environments and user experiences while collaborating with diverse tea...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$172K - $237K *

Lead the charge in driving data science initiatives, transforming complex datasets into strategic insights and scalable solutions that impact multiple business areas while fostering cross-functional c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$122K - $168K *

Drive impactful data science initiatives within cybersecurity, leveraging analytics to enhance decision-making frameworks and improve national security. Collaborate with a diverse team to modernize da...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $196K *

Shape the future of AI at the intersection of business and technology, driving end-to-end solutions that enhance company operations and empower stakeholders through innovative AI and agentic technolog...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$196K - $230K *

Empower your career by leading the architecture and delivery of scalable ML platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance AI capabilities. Drive innovative solutions that affect the...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Engineer advanced AI solutions by leveraging data analytics to drive business insights, enhance customer satisfaction, and optimize operational efficiency across various functions, ensuring scalable a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$228K - $363K *

Shape the future of AI platforms by building APIs and SDKs that empower teams to innovate faster. Collaborate with engineers to enhance shared tooling and ensure seamless integration, driving adoption...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$207K - $368K *

Drive data strategy and analytics for US Seller Business, optimizing growth and retention through advanced modeling and cross-functional collaboration. Lead complex projects, transforming insights int...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading advanced analytics and AI initiatives, shaping data-driven solutions for complex business challenges. Mentor teams, set modeling standards, and drive impactful decision...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$152K - $261K *

Join our dynamic team as a Staff Data Scientist, focusing on monetization strategies, advanced metrics, and impactful A/B testing. Your insights will drive product strategy and revenue optimization fo...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing innovative knowledge graph solutions for healthcare data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into scalable, produc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $204K *

Join a team that's redefining AI engineering practices to build cutting-edge legal AI agents. Leverage your expertise to architect and deliver complex systems, ensuring reliability and performance whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$255K - $300K *

Innovate high-impact AI platforms that empower agents within a regulated financial environment. Drive technical direction, ensure agent reliability, and mentor engineers while collaborating cross-func...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Lead the development of measurement strategies for AI healthcare products, partnering with executives to drive product strategy and quantify impact. Navigate complex challenges to influence decisions...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading AI initiatives that transform the refining and commercial sectors. Shape scalable solutions and drive impactful projects while mentoring teams and collaborating across busi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $175K *

Transform data into actionable insights by applying machine learning, statistics, and NLP techniques. Collaborate with legal professionals to enhance decision-making and efficiency in support of advan...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $189K *

Innovate in cybersecurity by developing predictive models and methodologies. Collaborate across teams to enhance risk assessment tools and translate complex analytics into scalable solutions, driving...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $203K *

Drive the development and deployment of scalable ML models, optimizing workflows and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and security in ML operations, enhanc...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $193K *

Seeking a Principal Data Scientist to lead advanced ML and generative AI solutions, define architectures, drive innovation, and mentor teams while ensuring responsible AI practices and scalable produc...

Minnetonka, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by solving complex business challenges with innovative AI solutions. Collaborate across teams to design, build, and deploy scalable models that drive impactful decisions and enhanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.