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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$111K - $150K *

Empower your career by driving customer success for key enterprise accounts. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability in operations while mentoring peers and fo...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in elevating client success through strategic relationship management, team development, and robust operational frameworks to ensure exceptional service delivery and client satisfactio...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with leaders across functions to create KPIs, analyze business performance, and foster a data-driven culture through...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$198K - $298K *

Champion the optimization of Sales systems and processes, driving productivity and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the sales experience and lead a global team...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Champion the design and development of AI-driven security solutions, enhancing autonomous investigation capabilities while collaborating with cross-functional teams to address customer needs and impro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Join us to empower senior leaders by managing complex projects, client contracts, and travel arrangements. Your proactive support will enhance team efficiency in a fully virtual environment, fostering...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $161K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring drug safety, evaluating adverse events, and managing risk. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to uphold compliance while driving safety monitoring and p...

Waltham, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $303K *

Empower innovation as you lead the strategy and development of core platform primitives, driving the future of agentic systems and ensuring product teams can rapidly create and deploy advanced agents...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing external audits for Risk Adjustment processes. Oversee audit deliverables, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance while driving continuous improv...

Missouri, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $101K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic team focused on analyzing key performance metrics and operational drivers. Utilize Python and SQL to develop scalable analytical models, delivering insights that supp...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Drive customer satisfaction and growth by nurturing relationships, identifying upsell opportunities, and collaborating on account strategies. Leverage industry insights to maximize account potential a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $172K *

Elevate your career by driving growth in national health plan accounts. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, negotiate complex deals, and exceed revenue targets while collaborating with cro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Champion the global energy strategy by securing demand opportunities, negotiating agreements, and advancing sustainability initiatives in collaboration with utilities and customers to drive growth and...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth and client retention by managing strategic relationships and optimizing transportation solutions for a diverse portfolio of enterprise clients. Your expertise...

Chicago, ILRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Empower product innovation by leading strategy, execution, and team development in a transformative software-focused environment. Drive comprehensive product outcomes through strong cross-functional c...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Join us to drive product strategy and execution for a key software area. Lead teams in developing market-driven solutions, enhancing B2B SaaS offerings, and ensure customer value throughout the produc...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $241K *

Design and innovate conversational speech-to-speech models while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance speech technology, improve production pipelines, and engage users across various market...

New York, NYRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$107K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge software for advanced atomic force microscopes. Lead algorithm design and implementation, transforming complex data into actionable insights while collabora...

Santa Barbara, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Generative AI, leveraging AWS to architect robust data solutions for Fortune 500 clients. Join us in creating scalable infrastructures that empower advanced AI...

Dallas, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving SMB growth by managing a high-performing sales squad. Lead initiatives and build processes while achieving your revenue goals, fostering skill development, and preparing for...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $200K *

Empower strategic innovation in cybersecurity by leading research initiatives, fostering industry collaborations, and guiding decision-making to enhance organizational impact and reputation in the fie...

Santa Clara, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$162K - $243K *

Shape the future of clinical research by leading cross-functional teams to optimize project delivery, ensuring quality and compliance while managing resources and budgets effectively across global cli...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $231K *

Lead the charge in architecting a robust data infrastructure that powers AI and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex business challenges into scalable data solutions...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $231K *

Accelerate your career by architecting data solutions that drive AI and analytics at scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex business challenges into impactful data product...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $231K *

Help us build a robust data foundation for AI and analytics at scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect data pipelines and models, transforming complex business challenges into impa...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.

  • Where can I find Vice President of Data Science jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    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.