Chief Data Officer (CDO) Jobs

Chief Data Officers shape how organizations manage, protect, and use data. They set enterprise data strategy, build trusted data practices, and help teams turn information into better decisions, products, and business outcomes. Explore vetted Chief Data Officer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Chief Data Officer Do?

A CDO typically leads data strategy across an organization, aligning data initiatives with business priorities. Responsibilities may include data governance and quality, analytics and business intelligence, data architecture, privacy and compliance, and the responsible adoption of AI and machine learning. The exact scope varies by company and may overlap with technology, risk, or analytics leadership.

Skills and Experience for CDO Roles

Employers often seek senior leaders with a strong record of building data capabilities and influencing organization-wide change. Useful experience can include leading multidisciplinary teams, establishing governance frameworks, modernizing data platforms, communicating insights to executives, and managing regulatory or privacy requirements. Strategic judgment, stakeholder communication, and the ability to connect technical work to measurable results are also important.

Where Chief Data Officers Work

CDOs are hired across industries that depend on reliable, well-managed data, including financial services, healthcare, technology, retail, manufacturing, and consulting. Roles may be based in corporate offices or offered as remote or hybrid positions, depending on the employer and the needs of the organization.

Find Chief Data Officer Jobs on Ladders

Browse Chief Data Officer and related senior data leadership openings on Ladders. Discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and explore roles that match your leadership experience and career goals.

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$132K - $195K *

Transform risk management by leading assessments, negotiating treatment plans, and enhancing controls. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and proactively address security risks while...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $200K *

Lead a skilled team of data engineers to design and enhance a robust data platform supporting our home services business, driving innovation and efficiency through modern technologies and AI integrati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader driving growth in cybersecurity consulting. Engage with executive stakeholders, close complex deals, and leverage a vast partner ecosystem to deliver tailor...

Scottsdale, AZRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the design of modern cloud solutions driving Public Health data modernization. Collaborate across functions to deliver scalable, secure architectures and improve national o...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$67K - $199K *

Empower operational excellence by leading provider data governance and attribution processes. Collaborate across departments to ensure data integrity, enhance reporting accuracy, and drive continuous...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Join us to lead the Crypto & Stablecoin Solution Consulting team, shaping strategies, managing technical implementations, and driving business growth while collaborating across functions to enhance cu...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $200K *

Lead and evolve omnichannel strategy across diverse clients and brands, driving integrated customer experiences that align with business objectives while enhancing strategic capabilities in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful digital media strategies by leading insights and innovation. Collaborate with clients to optimize media investments, manage a talented team, and present actionable insights that enhanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by enhancing reliability and performance of a SaaS platform. Collaborate with development teams to implement automation, incident management, and observability practices...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead complex data migration initiatives, focusing on Salesforce CPQ and Billing. Collaborate with clients and teams to design scalable data architectures that drive revenue transformation a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $186K *

Lead the development of a risk-based compliance framework for U.S. pharmaceutical commercialization, advising senior leaders and ensuring adherence to compliance standards while fostering ethical deci...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Microsoft 365 operations, ensuring seamless administration and management of tenant subscriptions, Exchange online, and identity services while leveraging best practices...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive customer success by helping clients optimize privacy programs through our platform. Engage as a trusted advisor, overseeing onboarding and adoption while advocating for customer needs to enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $256K *

Elevate the market growth strategy for biologics research, driving software adoption and AI use cases. Collaborate with global teams and engage with industry leaders to shape the future of molecular t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Analyze complex data challenges by engaging in all project phases, from strategy to implementation. Collaborate with teams to enhance methodologies and drive client success while contributing to busin...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Take ownership of defining and operationalizing a customer ROI framework across teams, fostering strategic growth initiatives through measurable value outcomes while enabling effective customer engage...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$320K - $400K *

Join a team that's transforming utility operations through innovative sales strategies. Drive enterprise deals and shape climate resilience with executive leaders as you champion the PreventionFirst P...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading biostatistical strategies for clinical programs, ensuring data integrity and compliance while driving innovative statistical methodologies for regulatory submissions and pu...

Irvine, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Empower global cybersecurity service delivery by leading client-focused operations, driving growth, and ensuring excellence in managed services. Foster a high-performing team while enhancing client ou...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion the delivery of data and AI initiatives by engaging stakeholders and technical teams. Drive strategy and execution while ensuring alignment between business objectives and scalable technology...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $160K *

Transform client relationships by leading strategic accounts, mentoring peers, and leveraging AI tools to enhance customer success practices. Drive impactful change while managing high-stakes, complex...

New York, NYRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$163K - $316K *

Engage in defining and owning business architecture, translating strategy into action. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance organizational efficiency through innovative capability models and AI in...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$235K - $265K *

Transform data engineering by leading the design and build of a state-of-the-art platform powering analytics and ML. Collaborate across teams to create efficient, scalable systems that support million...

El Segundo, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $225K *

Champion service integration by leading a multivendor framework that enhances collaboration, accountability, and performance across IT operations, ensuring exceptional service delivery for veterans an...

Rockville, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $269K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, develop strategies, and influence product roadmaps. Use technical expertise to solve business challenges and communicate insights effectively t...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Chief Data Officer?question toggle

    A Chief Data Officer is an executive who leads an organization's data strategy and helps ensure data is managed, governed, and used effectively to support business goals.

  • What does a Chief Data Officer do?question toggle

    CDO responsibilities can include setting data strategy, overseeing data governance and quality, advancing analytics, guiding data architecture, supporting privacy and compliance, and enabling responsible AI initiatives.

  • What qualifications are common for Chief Data Officer jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for extensive experience in data, analytics, technology, or related leadership; a history of delivering enterprise-wide initiatives; and strong communication and organizational change skills. Specific education and technical requirements vary.

  • How much do Chief Data Officer jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as company size, industry, location, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Chief Data Officer jobs?question toggle

    You can explore Chief Data Officer and related senior data leadership opportunities on Ladders, including vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.