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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$150K - $164K *

Lead our cybersecurity and governance initiatives, enhancing security operations and risk management while driving compliance with CMMC 2.0 and ISO/IEC 27001 standards. Collaborate across teams to imp...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $200K *

Lead cross-functional integration of data, analytics, evaluation, and governance to enhance healthcare AI products. Drive roadmap ownership, optimize workflows, ensure data quality, and foster collabo...

Palo Alto, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Develop and lead revenue operations to drive strategic growth, optimizing marketing, sales, and customer interactions while building a high-performing team and implementing scalable processes and tech...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise data and AI strategies into actionable outcomes. Drive governance, investment prioritization, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance decision-making a...

Florida, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$154K - $181K *

Lead and optimize enterprise data platforms and Salesforce AMS, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Collaborate with stakeholders to align systems with organizational goals while managing...

Washington, DCRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$250K - $290K *

Join a team that's redefining data platforms, leading architecture and engineering efforts while shaping and scaling a reliable, next-generation data warehouse for analytics and machine learning capab...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$184K - $230K *

Shape the future of product security by leading architecture reviews and risk mitigation strategies. Collaborate with engineering and compliance teams to embed security throughout the development life...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $265K *

Join a team that's redefining service line leadership in the pharma/biotech sector. Drive growth, manage client relationships, and deliver expert project management while fostering collaboration and i...

Fishers, INRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$275K - $375K *

Lead the charge in shaping our technology strategy, ensuring operational excellence and security while driving innovation and compliance across the organization. Collaborate with leaders to align tech...

California, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data engineering capabilities by designing robust ETL/ELT workflows, ensuring data quality, and implementing scalable solutions on AWS and Kubernetes. Collaborate with teams to optimize perfor...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$242K - $275K *

Lead and elevate the Database Platform team, driving data architecture, reliability, and team culture for scalable data solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity and operation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of client IT strategies by providing expert consultation, enhancing technology solutions, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to drive operational efficiency and business g...

Ontario, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Support the Project Manager in executing complex VA initiatives, ensuring effective coordination and communication across teams. Drive strategic direction into actionable plans while adapting to evolv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Lead client experience strategy and team performance, driving financial success and long-term retention across a diverse account portfolio while collaborating with executive stakeholders to implement...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of supply chain data governance and AI integration. Lead the design and standardization of data models and AI agents, ensuring compliance and interoperability across systems while...

Sandy, UTRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$181K - $200K *

Champion transformative call center operations by leading strategic outreach, workforce management, and capacity planning. Drive efficiency and quality through innovative automation and AI solutions w...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $210K *

Unlock data-driven insights as a hybrid leader, balancing hands-on analytics with high-level client strategy. Drive impactful initiatives and foster cross-functional collaboration to deliver valuable...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing complex datasets to drive decisions across a fast-scaling energy planning function. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and operational effici...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Transform risk management by leading a national team focused on claims, clinical risk reduction, and innovative AI solutions to improve outcomes. Drive strategic oversight and implement best practices...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Empower growth by managing strategic technology accounts, driving Enterprise AI initiatives, and building executive relationships. Lead account strategy, revenue performance, and collaboration with cr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $212K *

Drive delivery excellence by leading a portfolio of client engagements, ensuring financial performance and strategic growth while fostering executive relationships and guiding delivery leaders to achi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $190K *

Drive growth and deepen strategic relationships in the Information Services sector. Lead account strategy, business development, and revenue growth while collaborating with AI and engineering teams to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining compliance leadership by driving effective governance, risk management, and program strategy to enhance client success and operational efficiency in a hands-on environmen...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $181K *

Join a team that's committed to safeguarding client data through robust governance and innovative solutions. Lead data security initiatives, enhance governance processes, and drive readiness for post...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing advanced data architectures that enable agentic systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance data flow, governance, and retrieval methods in a dynamic environment focused...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.