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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$185K - $200K *

Shape the future of data science in national security by leading advanced machine learning projects, collaborating with government stakeholders, and delivering actionable insights from complex dataset...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading technical vision and mentoring engineers. Drive modernization and collaboration across teams to build resilient, scalable infrastructure while fostering a high-performance...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $190K *

Elevate automated data workflows by managing and improving high-impact economic data processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and reliability in delivering cr...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $280K *

Pioneer innovative machine learning solutions for edge AI applications, focusing on audio processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize and deploy models on embedded platforms, drivi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the development of innovative data science solutions, leveraging machine learning, NLP, and big data analytics to drive experimentation and algorithm enhancement across various projects...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by developing and deploying innovative AI applications that leverage machine learning and generative AI. Collaborate across teams to transform cutting-edge research into impactful pro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate innovation by developing and deploying cutting-edge AI applications. Collaborate across teams to transform advanced machine learning and generative AI research into impactful products, driv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $163K *

Innovate with us as you enhance and automate complex data systems, ensuring operational excellence in data engineering. Leverage AI tools and design quality frameworks to drive strategic improvements...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Transform AI initiatives by managing a diverse team of data scientists, driving model innovation and implementation for National Security clients, while fostering collaboration and excellence across e...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic data science team to develop cutting-edge AI solutions for national security. Collaborate across functions to deliver impactful models, driving innovation, and...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion a high-performing data science team to drive AI innovation, enhancing product features and internal systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to embed data-driven solutions, fostering a culture...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Empower decision-making by utilizing data-driven insights to enhance operations, supporting growth through statistical modeling and AI techniques while maintaining compliance in a complex regulatory e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $278K *

Join a team that's redefining AI product management by leading the development and deployment of cutting-edge models in diverse environments. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation and ens...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$275K - $325K *

Unlock the potential of AI by taking charge of end-to-end model development, optimizing performance, and integrating cutting-edge solutions into products. Collaborate closely within a passionate team...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Lead a team of data engineers to implement data integrations for partner campuses. Drive successful delivery of Navigate solutions while establishing scalable practices and ensuring high-quality outco...

Reposted yesterday

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

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data integration by leading a skilled group of engineers. Drive successful implementations across partner campuses while fostering a culture of excellence and...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$140K - $190K *

Lead a high-performing team to modernize and enhance AI capabilities in legal research. Drive technical strategy, oversee backend systems, and deliver innovative solutions while navigating ambiguity i...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $175K *

Join our team to apply your data science expertise in machine learning and analytics. Lead projects that enhance customer experiences and drive business decisions through innovative solutions and adva...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Champion data engineering excellence by designing and maintaining robust data pipelines and analytics solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality and support enterprise-level data...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $190K *

Innovate with us to drive impactful Data & AI solutions, managing the full machine learning lifecycle from model conception to deployment, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data science expertise to drive strategic insights and enhance campaign performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build advanced models and deliver impactf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you shape data architecture and drive insights. You'll design and optimize dbt models, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and innovate workflows to enhance our AI-powered...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive impactful data-driven decisions by leveraging analytics to support government clients in addressing critical challenges. Collaborate with a skilled team to develop innovative solutions and enhan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing advanced analytics and machine learning models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business impact and enhance decision-making throu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$62K - $141K *

Unlock the potential of data as you analyze complex datasets to drive impactful solutions. Collaborate with clients, mentor teams, and leverage advanced tools to transform insights into actionable str...

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  •   Less than 5 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.