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Heartflow

Staff Data Scientist

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$220K - $280K/yr

Advanced Data Curation & Management: Develop comprehensive data curation strategies for improvements to AI models. Partner with MLOps to architect data management systems for algorithm training and ...

Heartflow

Staff Data Scientist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$220K - $280K/yr

Advanced Data Curation & Management: Develop comprehensive data curation strategies for improvements to AI models. Partner with MLOps to architect data management systems for algorithm training and ...

NT Concepts

Data Scientist

Herndon, VA · On-site +1

Working within a cross-functional team and reporting to a technical lead, you will operate across the machine learning development lifecycle, from data curation and synthetic data generation to model ...

AURORA

Curator Internship

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Curator Intern New York, USA; Los Angeles, USA; London, UK Work Authorization Required Full-time or ... Aurora takes millions of data points about you and about the world and finds the one thing that is ...

AURORA

Curator Internship

New York, NY · On-site

Curator Intern New York, USA; Los Angeles, USA; London, UK Work Authorization Required Full-time or ... Aurora takes millions of data points about you and about the world and finds the one thing that is ...

AURORA

Curator Internship

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Curator Intern New York, USA; Los Angeles, USA; London, UK Work Authorization Required Full-time or ... Aurora takes millions of data points about you and about the world and finds the one thing that is ...

AURORA

Curator Internship

New York, NY · On-site

Curator Intern New York, USA; Los Angeles, USA; London, UK Work Authorization Required Full-time or ... Aurora takes millions of data points about you and about the world and finds the one thing that is ...

AURORA

Curator Internship

New York, NY

Curator Intern New York, USA; Los Angeles, USA; London, UK Work Authorization Required Full-time or ... Aurora takes millions of data points about you and about the world and finds the one thing that is ...

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How much do data curator jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for data curator in the United States is $72,627.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Data Curator do?

A Data Curator is responsible for collecting, organizing, and maintaining datasets to ensure they are accurate, accessible, and usable for analysis. They work with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to standardize metadata, establish data governance policies, and improve data quality. Data Curators often clean and enrich datasets, manage data repositories, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Their role is essential in making data more discoverable and valuable for decision-making and research.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Data Curator position, and why are they important?

Success as a Data Curator requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a background in information management, data science, or a related field. Familiarity with data management tools, metadata standards (such as Dublin Core), and systems like relational databases and data repositories is highly advantageous, and certifications in data governance or data management can be beneficial. Excellent organizational skills, effective communication, and a collaborative mindset are key soft skills for this role. Mastery of these skills ensures data assets are accurately cataloged, accessible, and usable for stakeholders, supporting effective decision-making and research outcomes.

What does a typical day look like for a Data Curator, and who do they usually collaborate with?

A typical day for a Data Curator involves collecting, organizing, and annotating datasets, maintaining data integrity, and updating records to comply with quality standards. Data Curators frequently work alongside data analysts, researchers, and IT professionals to ensure data is properly structured and easily accessible for various projects. You may also interact with data stewards or subject matter experts to validate metadata or resolve inconsistencies. Collaboration and communication are integral to the role, as you help bridge technical teams and end users, ensuring that data systems meet the evolving needs of the organization.

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Infographic showing various Data Curator job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,627 per year, or $34.9 per hour.
Staff Data Scientist

Staff Data Scientist

Heartflow

San Francisco, CA • Hybrid

$220K - $280K/yr

Other

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a high-impact Staff Data Scientist to play a leading role on our data needs to bridge the gap between advanced research and production-grade ML systems. You will be a key technical leader and partner to our Research Scientists, driving the evolution of our AI algorithms through rigorous data science methodologies, strategic data curation, and cross-functional leadership.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Vision & Cross-Functional Leadership: Engage with cross-functional teams (Product, Research, Engineering, and Process Engineering) and help guide the overarching vision for data analysis, curation, and annotation to improve our AI models. Drive the definition of algorithm and data requirements necessary to deliver on end-point objectives.
  • Data Campaigns and Annotation Strategy: Introduce best practices and efficient processes to enable multiple, large-scale annotation campaigns for continuous AI product improvements. Spearhead the strategic design of data campaigns needed to advance AI algorithms.
  • Advanced Data Curation & Management: Develop comprehensive data curation strategies for improvements to AI models. Partner with MLOps to architect data management systems for algorithm training and performance validation, and establish data dashboards and monitoring reports.
  • Performance Evaluation and Statistical Analysis: Establish frameworks and develop tools to rigorously evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of model iterations across patient populations. Design and oversee data analyses using statistical techniques to illuminate the performance of our AI algorithms.

Required Qualifications:  

  • Education: Masters or PhD Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or related degree.
  • Work Experience: 7+ years (or 5+ with PhD) of proven track record in Data Science, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, or Image Analysis in industry. Have a wealth of experience from working on complex, real-world AI problems in medical imaging or computer vision requiring careful consideration of data needs.
  • Software: Proficient in Python, including statistical and machine learning packages (e.g. scipy, sklearn, statsmodels, seaborn) with a commitment to writing clean, reproducible and scalable code. Familiarity with image and 3D processing tools like VTK and ITK, and visualization tools like 3DSlicer and MITK, a plus.
  • Statistics: Understanding of standard statistical techniques and ability to apply appropriate statistical methods to a range of data structures; experience with medical imaging data a plus.
  • Data Management: Experience working with data lakes, SQL/No SQL Databases, AWS Cloud Storage, Tableau dashboards.
  • AI & Medical Imaging: Expertise in deep learning and machine learning models in production. Strong experience working with medical imaging data (CT and vascular imaging) is highly preferred.
  • (Preferred) Proficiency in Agentic AI Tools: Experience integrating generative AI and agentic tools into daily workflows to act as a force multiplier-accelerating coding, prototyping, and complex data analysis-while demonstrating the critical judgment required to rigorously evaluate AI outputs for accuracy.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication. Detail orientated but able to describe complex topics in a manner that is digestible to a broad audience. Ability to distill complex analyses into interpretable and actionable findings.
  • Commitment: Committed to the success of the team and successful completion of project - 75% confidence / 100% committed.
  • Influence without Authority: Able to build trust and obtain cross-functional alignment across departments.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary compensation range is $220,000 to $280,000, bonus, and equity. #LI-IB1 #LI-Hybrid

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