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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$120K - $145K *

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...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$185K - $327K *

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...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

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...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of data and AI by partnering with teams to craft scalable solutions, advance technology decisions, and promote innovation through modern architectures that drive business outcomes and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Innovate robust Data & AI solutions by translating complex business outcomes into scalable architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to guide technology decisions and accelerate delivery...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data management and analysis for critical defense operations. You'll support the Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management Division by implement...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive the execution of enterprise-scale data solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance data strategy and governance. Lead initiatives that ensure high-quality, accessible data assets, supp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Reimagine infrastructure and operations by leading transformation initiatives. This strategic role oversees cloud strategies, ensures operational resilience, and nurtures talent in a regulated environ...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $140K *

Manage analytics for top Performance Media clients, transforming data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations. Drive growth through A/B testing, performance diagnostics, and collaborati...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$144K - $288K *

Lead the digital product strategy for clinical documentation and care delivery, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline operations in outpatient settings...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $195K *

Drive change management initiatives that enhance employee engagement and operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful adoption of technology and policy changes, while providin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive community engagement strategies by building relationships with stakeholders, executing engagement programs, and coordinating cross-functional efforts to enhance community relations and support f...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in community engagement, fostering relationships with stakeholders to enhance local support for infrastructure projects. Drive initiatives across markets, ensuring alignment with corpo...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive your career forward as a technology leader managing a diverse team, focusing on information security strategy, risk management, and governance. Collaborate with executives to protect vital infor...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $175K *

Drive the design and implementation of scalable Microsoft Fabric data platforms, optimizing data pipelines and leading technical teams to deliver high-quality solutions while engaging with clients on...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $130K *

Take ownership of technology services as the primary on-site leader, collaborating with campus stakeholders to align IT operations with institutional priorities and providing direct support for enterp...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape IT operations by leading support at classified locations, managing 24/7 field services, and coordinating efforts across multiple teams while ensuring technical requirements meet project goals...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $225K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional services to State and Local Government accounts. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance customer satisfaction, and support business development efforts while ma...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$272K - $408K *

Transform the future of growth by leading enterprise innovation strategies, overseeing a diverse portfolio, and driving new business creation through strategic partnerships and disciplined experimenta...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$272K - $408K *

Unlock enterprise growth by leading innovation strategies, managing a diverse portfolio, and fostering partnerships to create scalable business opportunities that drive long-term value and address eme...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$272K - $408K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise innovation strategies that drive growth, oversee a diverse portfolio of opportunities, and establish governance frameworks to transform emerging ideas into scalab...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Transform the data landscape by leading modernization efforts, defining a comprehensive data strategy, and building a cloud-native platform that empowers AI adoption and self-service capabilities acro...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $149K *

Unlock potential by leading healthcare data analytics to enhance hospital quality performance and rankings. Collaborate with teams to design dashboards, mentor analysts, and present insights to execut...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$197K - $270K *

Grow your leadership skills by managing a high-performing team of Delivery Solution Architects, driving the success of key Financial Services clients and innovating the delivery of Data and AI solutio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.