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.
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Transform the interaction of mobile robots with their environments by developing cutting-edge learning-based manipulation systems that enhance reliability and safety in dynamic settings, impacting rea...
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Elevate innovation by designing and deploying advanced AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business impact through cutting-edge technology and data-driven strategies in a...
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Data Analytics and Strategy Lead
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Lead the charge in shaping a comprehensive data strategy that drives analytics adoption, enhances service delivery, and optimizes performance across government initiatives through effective data pract...
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Applied Research Scientist, World Model
$185K - $312K *
Engineer the future of home shopping by developing a foundational AI model that integrates market dynamics, consumer behavior, and economic factors to enhance user experience and decision-making in re...
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People Systems, Analytics, and AI Manager
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Transform workforce insights into actionable strategies by leveraging HR systems and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making through compelling data visualization...
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Lead the charge in transforming partner data operations and integrations, ensuring efficient case resolution and proactive partner enablement. Drive automation, establish standards, and foster a produ...
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Senior Data Analyst, Lumina Data Platform
$85K - $145K *
Unlock potential by transforming data into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver analysis, document findings, and enable self-service across teams, ensuring data quality and cl...
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Director of Learning Analytics and Strategy
$110K - $130K *
Innovate curriculum strategy and analytics to drive academic excellence, enhance learner outcomes, and support data-informed decision-making in collaboration with university partners and stakeholders...
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Lead the charge in developing strategies for client retention and growth, optimizing team performance, and building robust client relationships to enhance customer experiences and achieve revenue targ...
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Staff Data Scientist - Payments
$195K - $257K *
Lead the charge in transforming data into strategic insights, driving product innovation and decision-making by leveraging advanced analytics and quantitative methods, while influencing product strate...
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Chief of Staff to the SVP - Healthcare Analytics
$131K - $303K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of healthcare analytics, driving innovation and strategy. You will support financial stewardship, operational excellence, and executive communications in a high-vis...
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Principal, R&D Learning Products & Enablement
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Transform R&D Enablement by defining strategies and creating scalable learning products that enhance team capabilities, drive performance, and leverage emerging technologies to support technical teams...
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Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team as a Data Engineer, owning end-to-end data systems and driving platform modernization. You'll improve data reliability and work closely with cross-functio...
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Director, AI Transformation, Cvent Consulting
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in AI transformation for Fortune 500 clients, shaping solutions that drive measurable business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engagements and...
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Senior Program Manager, AI Programs
$114K - $165K *
Transform AI initiatives by establishing a scalable operating model that integrates cross-functional teams, enhances stakeholder collaboration, and drives transparency in roadmaps and reporting for a...
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Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead project management efforts globally, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline objectives are m...
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Staff Machine Learning Engineer, App Ads Modeling
$230K - $322K *
Innovate machine learning models to enhance ad ranking systems, driving impactful results. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on model deployment, feature optimization, and mentor peers to shape...
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Champion the development of policy strategies that guide product decisions, ensuring compliance and safety while navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tr...
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Senior Product Manager, Lumina Data Platform
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Join a dynamic team to shape a cloud-native data platform, managing data sourcing and enhancing user experience for internal teams. Drive adoption, ensure data quality, and translate cross-functional...
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Senior Scientific Director (Rare/Neurology/Psychiatry)
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Lead the charge in developing and overseeing scientific content across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring high-quality contributions and strategic client interactions to drive growth and innovation...
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Champion the development of a robust commercial data strategy, ensuring high-quality, AI-ready data solutions that drive impactful decision-making and enhance commercial performance across the organiz...
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Associate Director, Programmatic
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Join a dynamic team as you lead integrated media strategy and client relationships in programmatic advertising. Drive innovation, mentor talent, and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve strategic...
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Sr Manager - Consumer Lending Client Success
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Unlock client success by managing post-sale relationships, driving product adoption, and identifying growth opportunities in the consumer lending sector. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance cli...
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Machine Learning Engineer (Model Dev)
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Transform cancer care by developing AI biomarkers through collaboration with ML scientists and clinical partners, enhancing model robustness and interpretability across diverse datasets to improve pat...
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Drive enterprise growth by leading national strategies for health systems, enhancing market access, and fostering strategic partnerships to ensure the adoption of innovative screening solutions across...
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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.