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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Data Protection Engineer – Rubrik/Automation/AI/Infrastructure-as-Code Delivery
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Data Protection Engineer – Rubrik/Automation/AI/Infrastructure-as-Code Delivery
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Transform enterprise infrastructure through innovative solutions and automation. Lead projects that enhance performance, security, and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to dr...
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Data Protection Engineer – Rubrik/Automation/AI/Infrastructure-as-Code Delivery
$125K - $155K *
Join a team that's transforming enterprise infrastructure through innovative technologies. Leverage your expertise in automation and Infrastructure-as-Code to enhance system performance and reliabilit...
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Senior Consultant - Data Analyst
$87K - $102K *
Transform complex business requirements into actionable data solutions by analyzing data, writing SQL queries, and collaborating with stakeholders. Contribute to the data delivery team and ensure accu...
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Director, Data Systems, MERL (Global Health)
$102K - $163K *
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$120K - $217K *
Champion secure AI and data governance by leading a multidisciplinary team, setting enterprise strategies, and embedding security across platforms. Collaborate with senior leaders to translate emergin...
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VP, Algorithm Governance Framework & Standards, TDS Governance & Control
$150K - $175K *
Transform the governance landscape by enhancing algo governance frameworks, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards. Collaborate with teams to improve operational controls and deliver strategic i...
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AI Security and Data Protection Governance and Control, VP
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AI Security and Data Protection Governance and Control, VP
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Champion our enterprise AI security and data protection strategy, leading a multidisciplinary team. Drive policy and governance, manage risk, and partner with senior leaders to ensure secure and respo...
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Sales Director, Data Solutions
$150K - $180K *
Champion the development of a high-growth data solutions business, driving revenue, client engagement, and team leadership, while shaping product direction in a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused...
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Chapter Lead, Data Engineering
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Lead the charge in developing high-quality data engineering solutions while fostering team growth and collaboration. Drive architectural strategies and best practices to enhance data quality and acces...
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Assistant Vice President, Data Transformation
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Director and Practice Lead, Data Engineering
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Drive the vision for a high-impact Data Engineering Practice, leading strategy, P&L, talent, and client engagement to transform enterprise data into strategic assets and AI-ready infrastructure...
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Senior Data Engineer / Cloud Data Architect - Onsite
$120K - $130K *
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Database Administrator- Production Support
$111K - $150K *
Lead the management of mission-critical database environments, ensuring high availability and performance. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, develop best practices, and implement innovati...
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Oversee the organization’s technology infrastructure and security, driving AI innovation and operational efficiency. Collaborate with leaders to implement scalable IT strategies that align with busine...
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Principal Engineer, Security Engineering
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Drive compliance and risk management initiatives by analyzing trends, overseeing security incidents, and implementing policies across multiple platforms to safeguard organizational assets and ensure r...
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Principal Engineer, Security Engineering
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Transform the security landscape by leading risk management initiatives, overseeing compliance assessments, and guiding incident response efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement...
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Join a pioneering team to design and build the data foundation that will drive intelligent operations and AI integration across the firm, with direct access to leadership and the autonomy to innovate...
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Unlock potential by leading security strategy and architecture, partnering with the CISO to enhance technical oversight and incident response. Drive secure practices across teams while mentoring engin...
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Drive data strategy initiatives to enhance Wealth Management services, ensuring data integrity and governance while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver AI-powered solutions and insights that al...
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Drive innovative Data & AI solutions by collaborating with stakeholders, defining architectures, and promoting best practices to improve business outcomes and accelerate technology adoption across the...
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What is a Chief Data Officer?
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?
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?
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?
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?
You can explore Chief Data Officer and related senior data leadership opportunities on Ladders, including vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.