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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$110K - $130K *

Innovate cutting-edge AI solutions by designing and implementing machine learning algorithms. Collaborate with teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and streamline processes, driving impactful...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative data and AI solutions by building data pipelines and machine learning models. Collaborate with engineering teams to manage large datasets and enhance product offerings, while explorin...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's advancing neuromotor interfaces through innovative machine learning and signal processing. Collaborate on cutting-edge research to transform user intent into seamless interactions i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$227K - $325K *

Lead the charge in deploying cutting-edge AI solutions for enterprise clients, bridging technical expertise and customer needs. Manage a team to architect and implement tailored AI systems, ensuring s...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $143K *

Elevate your career by analyzing large datasets to uncover revenue opportunities and develop risk management strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive data-driven insights and present actiona...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $198K *

Unlock advanced AI/ML solutions to combat cybercrime. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design and deploy production-grade systems that meet federal compliance standards, enhancing national security...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $262K *

Drive innovation in drug discovery by building robust ML infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate and optimize processes, ensuring scalable solutions that enhance machine le...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $195K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing advanced machine learning models that enhance advertising performance, collaborating across teams to drive impactful results for a global audience...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $240K *

Unlock potential by modernizing global supply chain systems through data pipelines, models, and dashboards. Collaborate across teams to enhance analytics and drive efficiency in high-capital, long-lea...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $188K *

Unlock potential by transforming raw HR data into actionable insights, driving strategic decision-making and enhancing organizational efficiency through advanced analytics and collaboration with cross...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $188K *

Elevate organizational efficiency by leveraging data analytics to transform insights into actionable strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design advanced visualizations that drive HR...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team that leverages advanced analytics and machine learning to deliver impactful solutions across diverse industries, driving measurable commercial outcomes an...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K *

Build impactful data science solutions by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning. Collaborate with clients across industries to translate complex data into actionable insights, driving mea...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K *

Transform client engagements by leveraging advanced data science and machine learning. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver impactful analytical solutions, driving measurable business outcomes ac...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Innovate with us to build AI-powered applications and robust data solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance our data foundations and deliver scalable, reliable software that meets client needs an...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by building innovative AI applications and data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data foundations and deliver scalable software that drives value for...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $175K *

Unlock potential by managing strategic partnerships with AI/ML and Data Platform companies. Drive co-build, co-market, and co-sell initiatives while collaborating across teams to enhance product integ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $140K *

Lead innovation by architecting AI-driven digital solutions that optimize healthcare experiences. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless delivery and maintain high quality throughout the developm...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $140K *

Optimize end-to-end technical execution in a dynamic, AI-driven role, leading the development of diverse digital deliverables while ensuring quality, compliance, and performance across healthcare proj...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $140K *

Shape the future of digital healthcare by leading end-to-end technical execution, optimizing AI-driven workflows, and mentoring a creative team in delivering cutting-edge web and app experiences for d...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $90K *

Drive impactful data analysis and reporting across healthcare operations, ensuring data integrity and collaboration with IT and clinical teams to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative AI-driven technology for compliance, security, and search workflows. Collaborate with a diverse team to design architecture, implement systems, and shape produ...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Transform your career by developing cutting-edge on-device AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software performance and optimize machine learning models for diverse platfo...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading complex data science projects that analyze human movement and performance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions, ensuring rigorous analy...

4 weeks ago

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

$135K - $155K *

Drive innovation by leading the evaluation and adoption of AI tools, translating business needs into actionable roadmaps, and ensuring effective implementation across global teams to enhance productiv...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.