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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Elevate national security solutions by developing advanced data models, conducting rigorous evaluations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve real-world challenges through AI and mac...
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Join a team that's driving innovation in data science through rigorous analysis, algorithm development, and collaboration to enhance AI and machine learning systems for national security applications...
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Principal Data Scientist (Remote)
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Advance your career by developing predictive credit models and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance risk strategies. Drive innovation through data engineering and ensure compliance while monito...
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Empower your career by developing impactful data solutions that enhance patient experiences and drive business outcomes in a collaborative, innovative environment focused on data science and advanced...
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Transform data into insights as you lead strategic projects in the energy sector, collaborating with clients to evaluate impacts of innovative strategies. Leverage your analytical skills to support de...
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Bring your expertise to a pivotal role that drives data analysis and project management in the energy sector. Collaborate with clients and teams to generate insights, manage projects, and support stra...
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Discover a role where you implement advanced analytics to influence sustainable energy strategies. Collaborate with clients on demand-side management and deliver impactful insights that drive success...
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Shape data-driven strategies by leveraging advanced analytics and technical expertise in energy-related projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver insights and recommendations, managing p...
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Drive analytical solutions by leading projects, applying advanced data analysis, and collaborating with clients to deliver actionable insights across energy initiatives including efficiency and sustai...
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Transform analytical insights into strategic guidance, managing projects that enhance demand-side management initiatives, foster client relationships, and mentor junior staff—all while driving impactf...
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Unlock potential by applying advanced analytics to drive insights for utility and government clients. Collaborate on diverse projects in demand-side management, utilizing technical skills to positivel...
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Join us to leverage advanced analytics in the energy sector, providing strategic insights and solutions for clients. Collaborate on impactful projects while managing analytics tasks from inception to...
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Staff Machine Learning Engineer
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Drive the technical vision for ML data and training platforms, leading initiatives across teams to enhance architecture, scalability, and reproducibility of machine learning models while mentoring eng...
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Unlock your potential as a Mid-Level Data Scientist, leveraging big data technologies to analyze complex datasets and deliver actionable insights. Collaborate on innovative solutions while maintaining...
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Transform your career with a leading role in Data Engineering, driving complex initiatives and aligning data systems with business goals. Join a dynamic team of analytics experts and leverage your ski...
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Senior Data Analyst, Public Sector
$184K - $230K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior Data Analyst in the Public Sector, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create impactful analytics solutions that drive decision-making and optimize operation...
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Champion the design of advanced production data systems, leading a team to establish architectural standards and governance. Mentor engineers while enhancing AI-grade data infrastructure and ensuring...
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Join a dynamic team to lead the design of AI-grade data systems, ensuring quality and governance standards while mentoring engineers. Drive innovation in data infrastructure and enhance operational ef...
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Innovate AI solutions for cyber operations by designing and integrating advanced models and workflows. Collaborate with teams to transform prototypes into mission-critical capabilities, ensuring secur...
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Transform AI innovation in cyber operations by designing and integrating advanced AI/ML solutions. Collaborate with mission teams to transition prototypes into enterprise-scale services, impacting nat...
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Senior Full Stack Software Engineer
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Champion innovative full stack development, optimizing user experiences while mentoring a small team; leverage modern web technologies to shape the future of AI-driven applications and lead impactful...
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$130K - $150K *
Partner with us to elevate financial operations through analysis and automation. In this impactful role, you'll collaborate with leadership to enhance forecasting, reporting, and strategic insights, d...
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Head of Strategic Partnerships, Labs
$134K - $168K *
Shape the future of enterprise AI partnerships by building strategic alliances with frontier labs and model providers, driving revenue growth through innovative go-to-market strategies and technical i...
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Senior Scientist, Large Molecule Bioanalytical
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Engage in complex large-molecule bioanalytical method development, leading scientific studies and collaborating with clients to deliver innovative solutions that support drug development programs...
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Shape the future of personalized finance by leading AI innovations that enhance user engagement and drive revenue growth. Mentor a high-performing team while collaborating with leadership to define im...
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What does a Senior Data Scientist do?
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?
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?
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?
Browse vetted Senior Data Scientist listings on Ladders and review compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities to find opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.