Explore Vice President of Data Science opportunities for experienced leaders ready to turn data into a competitive advantage. These senior roles shape analytics and AI strategy, build high-performing teams, and guide data-driven decisions across an organization. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.
A Vice President of Data Science sets the vision for how an organization uses data science, machine learning, and advanced analytics. Responsibilities may include prioritizing initiatives, developing scalable models and platforms, communicating insights to executives, and ensuring data practices support business goals and responsible use.
Typical responsibilities include leading data scientists and machine learning teams, partnering with product and technology leaders, overseeing model development and deployment, and measuring the business impact of data initiatives. Employers often seek expertise in statistical analysis, AI and machine learning, data engineering, experimentation, and translating complex findings into clear recommendations. Strategic leadership, talent development, and strong communication are also essential.
Vice Presidents of Data Science are in demand across technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, media, and other data-intensive sectors. The role varies by organization: some executives focus on customer personalization and product innovation, while others lead risk analytics, operational optimization, or enterprise AI programs.
Explore Ladders to find vetted senior data science jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare leadership opportunities, review role requirements, and identify positions that match your experience in analytics, AI, and organizational strategy.
Manager, Strategy & Operations
$120K - $180K *
Drive operational excellence by managing the leadership team's cadence, metrics, and contract operations. This hands-on role blends business judgment with execution, ensuring alignment and efficiency...
1 week ago
$119K - $179K *
Support the integration and harmonization of clinical data by designing FHIR-compliant models and pipelines, ensuring data accuracy and usability for patient care and research initiatives across the o...
2 weeks ago
Associate Director, MLOps Engineering
$181K - $278K *
Empower high-impact MLOps initiatives by leading a team in designing scalable ML infrastructures and optimizing cloud operations. Drive collaboration across disciplines to enhance AI training and infe...
4 weeks ago
Vice President, AI Context Content Management
$171K - $326K *
Drive enterprise knowledge strategy to transform institutional insights into AI-ready assets. Collaborate across teams to ensure data governance and enhance decision-making capabilities, positioning t...
1 week ago
$102K - $120K *
Join a team that's transforming healthcare analytics by bridging complex data with strategic insights. Leverage your SQL expertise and analytics engineering skills to empower stakeholders and drive va...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director - Cybersecurity Transformation & AI Security
$190K - $225K *
Transform enterprise cybersecurity programs by leading AI-driven initiatives and modernization efforts. Collaborate with C-suite executives to design and implement comprehensive security roadmaps, enh...
1 week ago
$144K - $189K *
Unlock potential by leading product innovation in clinical genomics. Shape tools for case management and data workflows, ensuring efficiency and quality while collaborating with lab directors and engi...
6 days ago
Director of Customer Success, DSO
$120K - $150K *
Pioneer customer success as you lead a dedicated team to maximize retention, drive customer engagement, and tailor strategies for SMB dental practices while collaborating cross-functionally to achieve...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
VP, Product Management, Social
$136K - $170K *
Elevate the future of social technology by defining product vision and strategy. Lead cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions, enhance workflows, and influence key stakeholders in a dynam...
2 weeks ago
Senior ML Data Scientist - Women's Health
$172K - $203K *
Elevate women's health outcomes by developing advanced machine learning models. Lead projects, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and commercia...
6 days ago
Member of Research Staff, Causal Inference, Voleon Securities
$150K - $180K *
Explore your potential as you leverage cutting-edge methodologies in causal inference research within a dynamic finance-focused ML team, driving innovation and collaboration for impactful market predi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Vice President, Product Management (MDR)
$259K - $350K *
Redefine the future of cybersecurity by leading product strategy for a cutting-edge Managed Detection & Response portfolio, driving innovation and customer success while managing a high-performing tea...
1 week ago
Group Director, Omnichannel & Media Strategy
$175K - $200K *
Lead and evolve omnichannel strategy across diverse clients and brands, driving integrated customer experiences that align with business objectives while enhancing strategic capabilities in a dynamic...
2 days ago
Director, Consumer Growth - AI-Native (ATX Preffered)
$150K - $180K *
Transform consumer growth by building AI-driven acquisition strategies. Lead paid and organic channels, manage a $5M+ budget, and prototype new revenue streams while developing a high-output team to d...
2 weeks ago
SVP, Clinical Quality & Population Health
$180K - $220K *
Lead the charge in building and scaling clinical quality programs and population health strategies. Drive measurable improvements in quality outcomes and operational performance while fostering high-p...
1 week ago
Director, Performance Marketing
$120K - $150K *
Lead and scale a dynamic performance marketing strategy to enhance demand generation, optimize marketing initiatives, and drive revenue across multiple service units. Collaborate with teams to create...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Manager, Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning
$158K - $170K *
Lead the development of predictive models integrating advanced ML techniques to drive strategic decision-making across credit risk, collections, and business operations while mentoring data scientists...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$140K - $190K *
Take ownership of defining and operationalizing a customer ROI framework across teams, fostering strategic growth initiatives through measurable value outcomes while enabling effective customer engage...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower business strategies as a Data Scientist by analyzing complex data sets, developing predictive models, and collaborating with diverse teams to drive data insights and innovation...
4 weeks ago
Senior Director, HR Business Partner (Remote: Boston, Raleigh, Apex-Wilmington)
$150K - $180K *
Drive impactful HR strategies in a dynamic global environment, collaborating with senior leaders to align people initiatives with business goals. Contribute to a newly forming team focused on growth a...
Reposted 3 days ago
$230K - $270K *
Drive the future of AI-powered dental care by building a revenue-driven marketing engine that shapes growth and positions the organization as a category leader across multiple market segments...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$160K - $200K *
Elevate utility value through strategic consulting, translating operational needs into quantifiable business outcomes. Collaborate with teams to develop tailored solutions, build financial models, and...
2 weeks ago
Principal Machine Learning Engineer
$187K - $253K *
Advance your career by owning enterprise AI/ML architecture, crafting end-to-end machine-learning systems, and collaborating across teams to deliver innovative AI solutions securely and effectively...
3 weeks ago
Senior Engineering Manager, Member Experience
$202K - $253K *
Elevate your leadership as you drive engineering excellence, overseeing multiple squads from prototype to production. Shape the roadmap, empower teams, and ensure quality delivery while staying techni...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Sr. Manager, Data Protection and Insider Risk
$181K - $301K *
Elevate your career by leading a global team focused on maturing data protection and insider risk strategies. Drive innovative solutions to protect sensitive information while collaborating with key s...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
What does a Vice President of Data Science do?
A Vice President of Data Science leads an organization's data science strategy and teams. The role commonly includes setting priorities for analytics and AI, overseeing model development and deployment, and helping executives use data to make informed business decisions.
What qualifications are common for Vice President of Data Science jobs?
Employers typically look for extensive experience in data science or analytics leadership, a strong record of delivering business impact, and knowledge of areas such as machine learning, statistics, and data platforms. Strategic communication and team-building skills are also important. Specific requirements vary by employer.
What industries hire Vice Presidents of Data Science?
Technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, media, and other data-intensive industries hire data science executives. Responsibilities depend on the organization's products, customers, and business priorities.
How much do Vice President of Data Science jobs pay?
Compensation varies by employer, industry, location, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary details.
Where can I find Vice President of Data Science jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Ladders for vetted Vice President of Data Science and related senior data leadership openings. Check each listing for its salary range, qualifications, and location or remote-work details.