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Senior Data Scientist
A Senior Data Scientist designs and deploys machine learning models and statistical solutions to solve high-impact business problems, often leading projects from framing the problem through production deployment. They write Python and SQL daily, build statistical models, and increasingly rely on deep learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch for more advanced predictive work. This is a senior individual-contributor or technical-lead role held by experienced practitioners who also guide junior data scientists and collaborate closely with engineering and product teams.
How much does a Senior Data Scientist make?
Too few Senior Data Scientist postings state pay to publish a median yet: 0 of 11 open roles do, and we wait for 25.
Who is hiring for Senior Data Scientist roles?
11 open Senior Data Scientist roles from 11 employers; the most at Circle, Haystack News and impact.com.
From employers’ own postings, as of.
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Last checked October 29, 2026
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Open Senior Data Scientist roles (11)
Senior Data Scientist
VF Corporation
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Senior Data Scientist
Circle
San Francisco, CA · Remote
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Senior Data Scientist
The Home Depot
Atlanta, GA
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Senior Data Scientist
Haystack News
Fort Lauderdale Office · Remote
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Senior Data Scientist
impact.com
New York, NY
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Senior Data Scientist
Warner Bros. Discovery
Atlanta, GA
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Senior Data Scientist
Kemper Corporation
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Senior Data Scientist
SAP
Newtown Square, PA
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Senior Data Scientist
Rockwell Automation
Milwaukee, WI
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Senior Data Scientist
Juniper Networks
Sunnyvale, CA
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Likely next role (4)
Where Senior Data Scientists commonly go next: Director of Analytics.
Senior Director, Analytics and Data Science, Core Product & Growth
Life360
Remote, USA; Remote, Canada · $247,000 – $366,000
Lead a 60+ person analytics and data science organization focused on understanding user acquisition, activation, engagement, and retention for a global location-sharing platform serving 102 million monthly active users. This role suits experienced analytics leaders who excel at building high-performing teams, establishing analytical standards, and embedding data science into product strategy while embracing AI-native workflows.
Listed on Life360’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Director, Risk Intelligence and Analytics
Biogen
Full-time · Cambridge, MA · $188,000 – $259,000
This director-level role leads a team building data systems and intelligence to monitor risks across Biogen's manufacturing and supply network, translating complex operational data into executive guidance for strategic decisions. The position suits experienced analytics leaders with deep pharmaceutical manufacturing knowledge who can combine technical rigor with clear stakeholder communication.
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Sr. Director, Strategic Insights and Planning
Comcast
Philadelphia, PA
Lead a team analyzing business performance and developing strategic insights for executives at a media and technology company. This role suits experienced analytics leaders who excel at translating complex data into clear narratives and influencing senior decision-makers across multiple functions.
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Sr. Director, Platform & Product Analytics
Bend Studio
San Mateo, CA · $292,300 – $438,500
Lead the analytics strategy and organization supporting PlayStation's platform and product teams, translating business priorities into coordinated reporting, analytics, and data science initiatives that drive long-term platform decisions and player experience improvements.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Boston, MA · $116,038 – $156,715
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Bureau of Economic Analysis
Suitland, MD · $85,447 – $133,142
The Bureau of Economic Analysis seeks a data scientist to maintain and develop SQL-based systems while analyzing economic statistics and communicating findings to leadership. The role suits someone with strong technical skills in data manipulation and programming who can bridge technical and non-technical audiences.
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Federal Communications Commission
Washington, DC · $85,447 – $111,087
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Bureau of Reclamation
Lakewood, Colorado · $83,265 – $108,251
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Supervisory Data Scientist
Bonneville Power Administration
Full-time · Portland, OR · $135,522 – $176,183
This federal role leads a data science team at the Bonneville Power Administration, responsible for strategy, governance, and delivery of enterprise analytics across the agency. The position suits someone with advanced technical expertise in machine learning and data platforms who also has experience managing teams and aligning technical solutions with organizational leadership.
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Data Scientist Specialist
Office of the Inspector General, USPS
Arlington, VA · $143,913 – $187,093
This role applies advanced data science and artificial intelligence methods to support the U.S. Postal Service's audit and investigative operations, analyzing large datasets to uncover fraud and operational risks. The position suits experienced data scientists comfortable with Python, SQL, and machine learning who can translate technical findings into insights for executive stakeholders.
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Data Scientist
Citizenship and Immigration Services
Camp Springs, Maryland · $57,736 – $91,815
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Research Scientist
KLA-Tencor
Ann Arbor, MI
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Data Scientist
Gentex
Zeeland, MI
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Senior Data Engineer
Idaho Power
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Employers hiring Senior Data Scientists
11 in total, most open roles first.
- Circle1 role
- HNHaystack News1 role
- Iimpact.com1 role
- JNJuniper Networks1 role
- Kemper Corporation1 role
- Nike, Inc.1 role
- Rockwell Automation1 role
- SSAP1 role