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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$119K - $172K *

Deliver impactful insights by leveraging deep data science expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Drive client success through innovative machine learning solutions and robust data anal...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $313K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of enterprise data delivery, leading customer engagements through discovery, architecture design, and actionable strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders up to Cx...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing global security by leading the delivery of innovative training programs. You'll mentor instructors, manage operations, and collaborate with cross-functional t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape strategic partnerships by owning enterprise account growth, fostering executive relationships, and leading cross-functional teams to drive market expansion while consistently achieving and forec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer customer success as you lead a dedicated team to maximize retention, drive customer engagement, and tailor strategies for SMB dental practices while collaborating cross-functionally to achieve...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $193K *

Lead the charge in strategic M&A cybersecurity due diligence, driving complex initiatives from inception to completion and ensuring informed acquisition decisions while safeguarding enterprise data an...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Lead the strategic vision and execution of an enterprise file system portfolio, ensuring market leadership through effective product strategy, customer engagement, and a high-performing product manage...

Fort Lauderdale, FLRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $214K *

Transform the digital landscape for Medical Affairs by owning product vision, prioritizing backlogs, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with experts to deliver insights and enhance engagement throug...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $160K *

Lead the charge in architecting data solutions for enterprise customers, modernizing legacy systems across Analytics, Content, and Commerce. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data inte...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$82K - $172K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of security and cloud infrastructure, leading a team to optimize AWS environments, implement DevSecOps practices, and enhance automation for secure software del...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $163K *

Advance your career as a strategic legal partner by providing product and privacy counsel that balances compliance with innovation. Collaborate across teams to develop scalable solutions that support...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$219K - $285K *

Shape the future of digital innovation by leading technology solutions for Commercial and Global Medical Affairs. Foster strategic partnerships, define product vision, and enhance capabilities for suc...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $209K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role that fosters innovation through collaboration. Leverage your expertise to drive impactful projects, contribute to a thriving team, and help shape industry-leading...

Cambridge, MARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $195K *

Drive impactful data science initiatives by building and operating ML systems. Manage end-to-end processes from modeling to evaluation, while mentoring a lean team and collaborating across departments...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$141K - $232K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise data into actionable sales strategies that drive growth across distribution channels. Equip teams with insights and AI tools to enhance targeting, productivi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $199K *

Transform the healthcare landscape by leading digital quality measurement initiatives. Drive process improvement efforts and enhance clinical data reporting strategies while collaborating with cross-f...

Missouri, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$164K - $314K *

Transform data analytics strategies by leading cross-functional teams to enhance information governance, analytics delivery, and business insights, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and in...

Plano, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic team of Client Success Managers, driving customer satisfaction and retention while collaborating cross-functionally to maximize value from our solutions and in...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $175K *

Deliver seamless integration of security operations by managing vendor teams, mentoring embedded employees, and aligning strategies with client objectives while fostering communication and operational...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving growth in the US Higher Education market through consultative sales of innovative research solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer relationships and achieve i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $330K *

Lead a dynamic team to shape technology portfolio management, ensuring strategic alignment and delivery excellence across product and engineering initiatives while fostering collaboration and accounta...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$230K - $242K *

Lead the charge in customer success for enterprise software, driving growth and retention across a strategic portfolio. Influence retailer partnerships, enhance adoption, and transform the CS organiza...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$192K - $243K *

Champion customer success by leading a dynamic team to drive post-live growth, retention, and expansion initiatives within enterprise software, influencing retailer P&L outcomes and ensuring a consult...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$172K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining AI security! As a Principal AI Security Engineer, you'll lead assessments, design controls, and partner with teams to ensure safe AI adoption across the enterprise, drivi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$197K - $313K *

Join a team that's redefining business strategy by crafting innovative, industry-specific solutions for enterprise clients. Drive transformation and deliver exceptional value through collaboration and...

RemoteRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.