Vice President, Data Science Jobs

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.

What Does a Vice President of Data Science Do?

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.

Common Responsibilities and Skills

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.

Industries Hiring Data Science Executives

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.

Find Vice President of Data Science Opportunities

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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$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...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

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...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $143K *

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...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$241K - $301K *

Accelerate collaboration with DOE National Laboratories by identifying and developing quantum computing applications. Leverage deep technical knowledge to align innovative solutions with DOE’s mission...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $269K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in AI Digital Product Management, driving strategy and innovation across a portfolio of AI products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

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...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $200K *

Explore innovative solutions by leading high-impact ideation labs that transform customer challenges into actionable AI capabilities, driving strategic partnerships and enhancing sales pipelines throu...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading threat intelligence and detection engineering. Shape strategies to protect diverse industries from cyber threats, while building a high-impact program that...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our dynamic Delivery team to design and develop robust data pipelines, leveraging cloud technologies and distributed systems while ensuring optimal performance and scalability for our clients' da...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic account management team, driving strategic relationships with major health systems. Foster high-touch engagement, ensuring customer success and operational excellence while directly man...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $152K *

Transform strategic direction for digital brands, leading a team to optimize programmatic campaigns and client relationships while driving innovation and operational efficiency in a dynamic environmen...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$146K - $224K *

Elevate clinical development by leading the strategy for biopharma platforms. Drive product lifecycles, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance while transforming workflows into...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineering efforts to develop an AI Patient Engagement Agent, transforming clinical trials by automating patient interactions and enhancing operational efficiency for...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $228K *

Transform the Ad Tech landscape by leading cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery and execution of complex technology portfolios, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading cross-functional teams to drive drug development strategies. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure successful execution of integrated plans, manage risks, and de...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Optimize our Google Cloud data infrastructure, ensuring reliable, secure data access for teams to drive health equity. Lead initiatives in CI/CD, limit exposure to sensitive data, and empower data pro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing a team of data analysts, developing complex reports, and providing technical guidance. Collaborate with clients and senior management to deliver insightful data analysi...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading product management efforts, driving strategy, and delivering innovative data insights solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Create robust digital privacy solutions as a Senior Full Stack Engineer. Take ownership of the code, lifecycle, and platform scalability to directly protect sensitive data for thousands of organizatio...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $163K *

Drive innovation by leveraging machine learning and LLMs to transform healthcare analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, develop models, and deliver actionable insights tha...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $237K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT programs, ensuring product development and lifecycle management while coordinating multiple vendors and teams to meet customer needs and deliver on strategic obj...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Drive the commercial operations function to optimize performance, enhance revenue systems, and execute data-driven initiatives. Lead cross-functional growth efforts while ensuring accurate forecasting...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate data product experiences by defining metrics that drive value for Mural. Collaborate across teams to shape insights, enhance reporting, and ensure data integrity, empowering organizations to m...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $190K *

Engineer data strategies and methodologies for emerging sectors, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Lead a team while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance data accuracy and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Vice President of Data Science do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.

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    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.