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.

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$85K *

Join a team that's redefining fundraising through advanced analytics and AI. As a Data Scientist, you'll leverage data to enhance engagement and drive philanthropic contributions, collaborating across...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $200K *

Empower the future of AI by designing and implementing cutting-edge neuro-symbolic solutions. Collaborate with experts to tackle complex challenges, enhancing national security and societal impact thr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$208K - $312K *

Drive the design and integration of intelligent agents, ensuring robust AI orchestration and product delivery. Collaborate across teams to create scalable solutions that enhance user experiences while...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$208K - $312K *

Advance your career by designing and integrating AI-driven solutions that enhance user experiences and drive business value. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, production-g...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$208K - $312K *

Elevate AI capabilities by designing and integrating intelligent agents into enterprise systems. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable, production-grade solutions that enhance user experience w...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$208K - $312K *

Drive the design and integration of intelligent agents, ensuring robust AI orchestration and product delivery. Collaborate across teams to translate advanced AI capabilities into scalable solutions, f...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of internal technology initiatives, conducting impactful user research to shape product strategy and design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver inno...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $180K *

Transform data into actionable insights as a Sr. Data Scientist, leading the development of a centralized Common Operational Picture (COP) using SharePoint and Teams. Drive operational efficiency thro...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $175K *

Empower your career by driving impactful relationships in government sectors. Manage a dedicated account portfolio, enhance customer satisfaction, and lead strategic engagement initiatives to maximize...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by leading commercial analytics initiatives in the pharmaceutical sector. Drive strategic decision-making through actionable insights derived from complex healthcare data, while...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform data management and decision support in research by collaborating with scientists to build visualizations, optimize workflows, and enhance data integration across platforms, driving efficien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of data in retail by developing machine learning models and analytical solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product-to-market strategies and drive impactf...

1 week ago

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

$180K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team to build and implement data infrastructure and perception systems for automation in manufacturing. Drive innovation by transforming production lines into data-driven environments t...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$194K - $262K *

Shape the future of data-driven product strategy as a Staff Data Scientist. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage advanced analytics, drive revenue growth, and influence key business dec...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape data-driven decision-making by developing analytical tools and dashboards that empower leadership with actionable insights for technology investments and operational efficiency across the organi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$128K - $160K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing dynamic pricing models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance rider and driver experiences while leveraging statistical and machine l...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and deployment of advanced ML models and algorithms for large-scale systems, optimizing real-time pricing for millions of drivers while collaborating with cross...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Innovate advanced ML models and pricing algorithms for large-scale systems, driving real-time optimization in multi-sided marketplaces. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challe...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $224K *

Drive the development of advanced ML models and algorithms for real-time pricing in large-scale marketplaces, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize earnings opportunities for millions...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by developing cutting-edge language technologies. As a Senior Applied Scientist, you'll design and optimize NLP solutions, collaborate with experts, and men...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$262K - $364K *

Unlock innovative solutions by leveraging analytics to drive product and business strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of AI-driven adv...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $184K *

Unlock potential by leading data science initiatives that drive optimization and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced models and frameworks, delivering actionable in...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$160K - $190K *

Drive enterprise analytics and application solutions to enhance operational efficiency. Lead a team in transforming data into actionable insights, ensuring reliable reporting and streamlined workflows...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $160K *

Transform your career by building scalable data pipelines that drive critical business decisions. Collaborate across teams to create reliable datasets and optimize performance in a fast-paced environm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer the development of a cutting-edge data platform using Azure and Microsoft Fabric. Design and implement data pipelines, models, and reporting layers to support a key enterprise initiative, driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.