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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$72K - $98K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming data into actionable insights through advanced analytics and machine learning, supporting critical decision-making in human performance and behavioral heal...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $230K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, driving innovative AI solutions and enhancing performance across complex workflows. Collaborate with diverse teams to shape the future of A...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $180K *

Shape the future of supply chain optimization by designing intelligent agents that enhance delivery and fulfillment processes. Collaborate with cutting-edge technologies to drive efficiency and accura...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Drive the vision and strategy for data applications, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful products while mentoring others an...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leveraging advanced analytics to enhance Army logistics. Collaborate on high-impact projects, develop innovative solutions, and drive improvements in materiel readiness through...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $118K *

Advance the future of data science by transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Collaborate with teams to prepare and analyze geospatial data, ensuring clarity and accuracy for model dev...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Lead the development of integrated Security Analytics, transforming data into actionable insights for decision-making. Collaborate with executive leadership to enhance security posture amidst evolving...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Execute data-driven strategies by analyzing complex datasets, developing machine learning models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights that enhance decision-mak...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Analyze complex datasets to drive decision-making and develop machine learning models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create data-driven solutions and promote data literacy in a diverse, i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $150K *

Lead the design and deployment of scalable AI solutions, transforming client ideas into impactful production systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure secure, measurable outcomes and drive busi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize client reporting and insights for Enterprise Brands, translating complex data into actionable recommendations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance analytics capabilities and drive impac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of data by designing and implementing advanced analytics solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop machine learning models and data pipelines that drive insights and i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $193K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative generative AI models. Collaborate with experts to enhance algorithms, optimize performance, and drive impactful solutions across products and...

5 days ago

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

$161K - $211K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics and data science initiatives in cybersecurity. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance national security through innovative data solutions and machine...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by tackling complex research challenges in LLM post-training and reinforcement learning. Contribute to innovative methodologies and shape the future of foundation models in a dynamic...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $252K *

Drive the evolution of Fable's recommendation systems by leading migration to Orion, enhancing real-time capabilities, and integrating social signals to improve user engagement and satisfaction across...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $265K *

Empower the future of reading by leading the migration of Fable's recommendation systems to a modern stack, enhancing user experience through innovative machine learning solutions and collaboration wi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $252K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, leading the migration of Fable's recommendations to a modern stack. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance user experience through in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $252K *

Join a team that's redefining recommendations for readers by leading the migration of Fable's systems onto a modern stack. Collaborate with engineers to enhance user experience through innovative mach...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $265K *

Drive the evolution of recommendation systems for Fable and Everand, leading migration to a modern stack while enhancing user engagement through innovative ML solutions and collaboration with cross-fu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of AI by designing benchmarks and evaluation datasets that enhance model performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and dr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $135K *

Pioneer innovative AI benchmarks by designing and implementing evaluation frameworks, ensuring robust performance metrics and actionable insights for stakeholders across diverse projects and environme...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in data-driven solutions by analyzing large datasets, translating complex business needs into clear insights, and effectively communicating findings to diverse audiences. Bring your ex...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $258K *

Elevate forecasting capabilities by leading the development of advanced models, connecting data insights to strategic decisions, and mentoring teams to enhance analytical rigor and business performanc...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer deep learning innovation for medical imaging by leading R&D efforts, designing robust training pipelines, and mentoring teams to create scalable, production-ready solutions that enhance health...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.