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.
Sr. Director, Strategy & Execution
$160K - $200K *
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Senior Director, Client Growth & Strategy, DHS
$200K - $250K *
Reimagine growth strategies within federal agencies, focusing on enhancing digital services and customer engagement. Leverage your expertise to drive business development, capture opportunities, and f...
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$170K - $200K *
Drive the design and operation of robust ML infrastructure and pipelines. Collaborate across teams to ensure scalability, reliability, and optimal performance while automating workflows and enhancing...
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Senior Manager, Revenue Operations
$155K - $175K *
Drive operational excellence in revenue generation by leveraging AI insights to optimize processes, enhance reporting, and support collaboration across GTM, Finance, and tech teams for scalable growth...
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Lead, Enterprise Data & AI Governance
$100K - $135K *
Elevate your career by leading enterprise data and AI governance initiatives. Collaborate across teams to define frameworks, implement policies, and drive adoption of responsible AI practices, ensurin...
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$120K - $145K *
Build robust data platform capabilities to enhance enterprise data usability across applications, analytics, and AI. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and performance in data processing and...
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Client Success Manager, Payer Retrieval
$108K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by leading customer projects, ensuring seamless communication, and driving success in healthcare solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance client satisfaction and oper...
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Staff Technical Program Manager
$120K - $145K *
Drive execution of complex technical initiatives, translating business vision into actionable programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with company objectives and measurab...
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Vice President- AI, Center of Excellence
$212K - $339K *
Lead the global AI engineering team to deliver scalable, enterprise AI solutions. Drive execution from design to deployment, ensuring security and operational excellence while fostering innovation and...
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Senior Manager, Client Success
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional client services for high-value accounts. Develop integrated marketing strategies, oversee multidisciplinary teams, and drive account growth while ensuring qua...
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$135K - $160K *
Help us shape the future of pulmonary care by leveraging your clinical expertise to drive product development, enhance workflows, and ensure effective solutions for COPD, asthma, and other pulmonary c...
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Sr. Product Manager, Data Integrations
$165K - $195K *
Shape data integration and AI-assisted solutions, driving our platform's connectivity and enhancing partner experiences. Lead strategic initiatives and ensure seamless data flow to support customer ne...
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$99K - $167K *
Develop and maintain robust data pipelines using SparkSQL and Pyspark, ensuring high-quality data for analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data analysis efficiency and support...
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Senior Product Manager, Applied AI
$153K - $213K *
Drive efficiency by automating internal processes, enhancing productivity across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify bottlenecks, implement AI solutions, and ensure measurable impact on w...
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$157K - $232K *
Lead the charge in building scalable data infrastructure for analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data architecture, drive AI/ML initiatives, and establish governance across t...
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$142K - $218K *
Shape the future of data architecture by building scalable data platforms that drive impactful analytics and AI/ML initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective data governa...
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Director, People Business Partner - Product, Technology & AI
$150K - $180K *
Transform the future of talent management by partnering with Product and Technology leaders to design and implement a GM operating model, ensuring effective organizational strategies and people practi...
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Elevate client relationships by leading Client Success teams to ensure operational excellence, proactive issue resolution, and strategic growth, while fostering collaboration across departments to enh...
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Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading strategic initiatives in benefits, payroll, and automation. Drive impactful change while managing a high-performing team and collaborating ac...
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Join a dynamic team as a Data Engineer, where you'll design and maintain data pipelines using SparkSQL and Pyspark. Your work will enhance data analysis efficiency, impacting industries and driving cu...
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Sr. Director of USG Partnerships & Use Case Development
$241K - $301K *
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Director - AI Digital Product Management - Commercial Value & Access
$199K - $269K *
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Lead the charge in transforming public sector consulting by guiding organizations through digital transformation and ERP implementations, while managing high-impact teams and fostering client relation...
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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?
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