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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$109K - $173K *

Help us drive strategic project planning and AI adoption across teams, ensuring clear objectives and strong follow-up. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance visibility and efficiency in...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and execution of a robust Governance, Risk, and Compliance program, focusing on third-party risk management and ensuring compliance with key regulations. Collaborate cross-functio...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $172K *

Shape the future of technology delivery by leading complex, cross-functional programs that drive business value. Oversee strategic initiatives, ensuring excellence in execution, client satisfaction, a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $162K *

Develop and lead actuarial processes for Medicare Value-Based Care, managing monthly results, payer settlements, and special projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $139K *

Lead the charge in defining and enhancing financial data search capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and improve user experience across the platform...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic growth in healthcare sales by leading a dynamic sales team to achieve revenue objectives and enhance market share while cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders and optim...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving new business opportunities in diverse markets while fostering client relationships and collaborating with experts. You'll leverage Salesforce to manage your pipeline and ex...

Minnesota, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Explore the world of sustainability data as you ensure accuracy and integrity across complex datasets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while driving insights and automating analytical processe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $249K *

Champion pharmacy excellence by leading strategic initiatives and operational oversight for a pharmacy benefit management program. Drive quality, compliance, and innovation while collaborating with cr...

Indiana, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Data Engineer, driving innovation in cloud-native data pipelines and architectures. Leverage your expertise in structured credit and financial analytics to modernize da...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Serve as the primary contact for clients, driving engagement and service quality while fostering relationships with key stakeholders and leveraging expertise to enhance organizational growth and clien...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $249K *

Drive your career forward by leading the development and implementation of strategic networking contracts. Oversee negotiations, manage team resources, and support market launches while enhancing heal...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $220K *

Drive security excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance our cloud platform's security posture. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance, resilience, and customer trust while fosterin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining strategic planning in healthcare. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative, multichannel strategies, driving insights and brand growth while leading diverse project...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the architecture and design of Oracle Cloud CX solutions. Collaborate with teams to translate business needs into scalable customer service portals while ensuring alignm...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$82K - $172K *

Champion eDiscovery project management by leading high-visibility initiatives for the DOJ. Collaborate with legal teams to ensure seamless project execution across all EDRM phases, delivering quality...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $218K *

Drive the successful migration from Microsoft Azure to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, overseeing planning, execution, and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to minimize disruption and m...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $215K *

Innovate with cutting-edge machine learning technology to enhance data engineering. Collaborate closely with data scientists to implement scalable applications, ensuring seamless AI interactions for e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $125K *

Shape the future of cloud security by collaborating with diverse teams to ensure robust security measures are upheld, monitoring cloud systems, and responding to incidents in a dynamic remote environm...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in AI/ML initiatives that enhance student engagement and retention. Drive cross-functional collaboration to deliver predictive models and measurable outcomes, transforming data into ac...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$224K - $403K *

Join a team that's transforming data governance and quality in Property & Casualty. Lead initiatives that ensure trusted, compliant data across the enterprise, driving strategic decisions and enhancin...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $190K *

Drive the Integrated Operations Center, overseeing cybersecurity operations, fraud defense, and incident management. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance threat detection, operational resilience, an...

Lancaster, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Engage in business intelligence solutions by utilizing Microsoft Power BI to develop data models, dashboards, and reports. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality analytics fo...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$134K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading product strategy and execution in risk adjustment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational excellence and customer satisfaction while driving inno...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $87K *

Join us as a Data Operations Engineer, where you'll develop and manage data systems for healthcare claims processing. Collaborate with teams to ensure data accuracy and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.