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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$80K - $95K *

Develop and optimize business operations across Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance systems, automate processes, and provide actionable insights...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Transform the landscape of technology risk management by leading initiatives that enhance oversight and control standards. Collaborate across functions to foster a risk-aware culture and drive best pr...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping data infrastructure as an AI-native organization, partnering with various teams to enhance data usability, governance, and insights for operational excellence and informed d...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform data into strategic insights while architecting essential systems for an AI-driven organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead initiatives to ensure data integrity and acc...

3 weeks ago

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

$127K - $208K *

Elevate data governance by leading access provisioning operations and technology management. Drive secure, compliant access through RBAC frameworks while fostering team growth and collaboration in a d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Oversee enterprise-wide data access provisioning and governance technology management, ensuring secure, compliant access through RBAC frameworks. Lead technical teams to enhance operational efficiency...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Lead enterprise-wide data access provisioning and governance operations, ensuring secure, compliant access through RBAC frameworks. Collaborate with technical teams to optimize governance technologies...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Drive enterprise-wide data access provisioning and governance technology management, ensuring secure, compliant access through RBAC frameworks. Lead technical teams in a collaborative environment, enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Join a team that's driving data governance excellence by managing enterprise-wide access provisioning operations, ensuring secure and compliant access through advanced RBAC frameworks and cloud data p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $208K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing data governance and access provisioning. Drive secure, compliant access through RBAC frameworks while managing technical teams and enhancing operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Elevate supplier management by leading strategic sourcing and governance. Drive collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize vendor relationships and achieve enterprise objectives while manag...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead governance initiatives in a multi-cloud environment, managing a team to secure and optimize cloud operations. Oversee compliance, develop policies, and optimize costs while ensuring alignment wit...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $220K *

Elevate customer experiences through strategic technology solutions as a Technology Director, guiding a talented team and leveraging innovative AI tools to drive impactful digital transformations for...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Explore the dynamic intersection of AI and procurement to redefine operational efficiency. Lead deployments of autonomous agents across diverse enterprises, ensuring seamless integration and measurabl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $111K *

Drive the future of data engineering by leading the design and implementation of enterprise data and AI platforms, ensuring scalability and performance while mentoring a talented team to achieve innov...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower financial performance through strategic analysis and reporting. Collaborate with leadership to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. Lead FP&A initiatives and support business vert...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by providing vital systems support for Power BI, overseeing administration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and compliance to ensure seamless functionality and enhance use...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at financial operations by leading budgeting, analysis, and systems integration. Drive improvements and deliver tailored solutions to enhance organizational efficiency and support...

Today

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

$200K - $330K *

Lead the enterprise AI Governance function, driving controls, oversight, and excellence in managing AI risk while collaborating across teams to enhance governance processes and ensure regulatory align...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $330K *

Lead the charge in responsible AI governance, ensuring robust risk management and execution across the enterprise. Drive the implementation and oversight of AI controls while partnering with key stake...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping technology strategies that drive innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and support organizational growth while managing IT resources and ensuring compliance with relev...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Manage the delivery strategy for a critical telehealth product, ensuring alignment with VA goals. Collaborate with stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams to enhance virtual care for Veterans, dr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $136K *

Empower a dynamic team of data scientists to drive business transformation through advanced analytics and AI solutions. Lead model development, mentor talent, and collaborate with stakeholders to deli...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Drive architecture for innovative blockchain platforms, seamlessly integrating traditional finance with decentralized solutions and defining strategies for asset tokenization across diverse workflows...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $158K *

Transform the CEO's office by driving strategic initiatives, managing executive priorities, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Leverage your expertise to enhance decision-making and operati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.