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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$117K - $201K *

Lead the charge in delivering integrated analytical solutions for clinical development, leveraging ML, GenAI, and RWD to drive impactful outcomes across diverse stakeholder groups in a dynamic environ...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $211K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative data solutions that enhance business workflows and drive automation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into actionable insigh...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $185K *

Lead the development of innovative AI products that empower job seekers with evidence-based coaching and actionable insights, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to shape impactful...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $245K *

Champion AI innovation by developing cutting-edge models that analyze real-time global data, enhancing threat intelligence and risk assessment. Collaborate with a diverse team to drive impactful solut...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $245K *

Transform real-time AI research into impactful solutions by developing advanced models and systems that analyze global data, enhancing threat intelligence and decision-making for organizations worldwi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $253K *

Pioneer innovation in real-time bid optimization systems, driving advertising performance by turning complex mathematical insights into robust production code. Lead cross-functional initiatives to max...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's building a robust data foundation and AI services. You'll design and operate data pipelines, deploy on AWS, and collaborate with business teams to deliver impactful solutions that e...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $264K *

Bring your expertise to drive AI/ML-powered digital solutions that transform medicine development. Collaborate across teams to build innovative tools, ensuring ethical impact and compliance in a regul...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $196K *

Analyze and lead statistical design across the product lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define objectives and strategies. Drive evidence generation from diverse datasets while e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $161K *

Drive your career forward by leading advanced People Analytics initiatives. Collaborate across teams to transform complex data into actionable insights, enhancing workforce decision-making and shaping...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $236K *

Shape the future of national security by driving innovative data solutions and analytics. Collaborate with experts to transition prototypes into production, delivering impactful insights while integra...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $190K *

Engineer data-driven solutions to enhance Marine Corps mission capabilities through rigorous analysis, modeling, and simulation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $112K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by developing predictive models and analytics solutions for financial services clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive business value through ad...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $196K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading statistical design and analysis across product lifecycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive evidence generation and ensure scientific integrit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Transform data landscapes by designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines using Azure services, Python, and Spark. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable data solutions that...

Jersey City, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading statistical design and analysis throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate cross-functionally to define objectives and strategies, ensuring scientific integrity and effe...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $196K *

Unlock the potential of data by leading statistical design and analysis across the product lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive evidence generation and ensure scientific integri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading statistical design and analysis throughout the product lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure scientific integrity and effective decision-making usi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $196K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to lead statistical design and analysis throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring scientific integrity and effective decision-making using diverse data sources...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $196K *

Drive statistical leadership across the product lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define objectives and analysis strategies. Ensure scientific integrity and provide actionable in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $235K *

Elevate decision-making by leading the development of Operations Research and Decision Intelligence solutions. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance forecasting, optimization, and simulation...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Join a team that's redefining decision intelligence in pharmaceutical R&D. Lead the development of advanced modeling solutions, collaborating with senior stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Drive innovation in data science by developing advanced decision-support models that enhance operational efficiency and strategic planning across therapeutic development and supply chains, collaborati...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform data into actionable insights by applying advanced analytics and machine learning techniques to enhance traffic and revenue forecasting, customer behavior analysis, and business performance...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$67K - $112K *

Join a team that's transforming financial services through advanced analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver predictive models and insights, driving value for clients while managi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 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.