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.
Solutions Architect, Cyber Defense & Resilience
$140K - $220K *
Transform client security posture by leading technical sales and delivery efforts in AI-driven solutions, endpoint protection, and managed services. Collaborate with clients to ensure measurable succe...
3 weeks ago
Solutions Architect, Cyber Defense & Resilience
$140K - $220K *
Take ownership of the technical sales and delivery of cybersecurity solutions, guiding clients from initial conversations to successful implementation. Leverage expert knowledge to ensure measurable s...
3 weeks ago
Solutions Architect, Cyber Defense & Resilience
$140K - $220K *
Champion security transformation by leading technical sales and delivery for clients, ensuring alignment with measurable outcomes. Collaborate with teams, mentor resources, and drive successful implem...
3 weeks ago
Solutions Architect, Cyber Defense & Resilience
$140K - $220K *
Unlock potential by guiding clients through technical sales and delivery of advanced security solutions. Drive measurable security outcomes using CrowdStrike’s innovative platform, while mentoring tea...
3 weeks ago
Solutions Architect, Cyber Defense & Resilience
$140K - $220K *
Lead the charge in crafting tailored cybersecurity solutions, guiding clients through technical sales cycles and project delivery, while ensuring security outcomes and enhancing operational efficiency...
3 weeks ago
$400K - $453K *
Drive financial strategy as our inaugural CFO, shaping funding, operations, and pricing for dynamic, usage-based revenue. Lead accounting, FP&A, and build a robust finance function to fuel growth in o...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Innovate cutting-edge AI and Computer Vision solutions in a dynamic team. Collaborate with experts to optimize algorithms and deliver impactful geospatial insights. All experience levels welcome to ap...
Today
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on advancing Geospatial AI. Collaborate with experts to develop cutting-edge solutions in AI and Computer Vision, transforming vast data into acti...
Today
Software Engineering Executive Director
$180K - $220K *
Optimize technology platforms by leading cloud migration and modernization efforts for mission-critical services. Drive engineering excellence and strategic partnerships to enhance operational perform...
6 days ago
Software Engineering Executive Director
$180K - $220K *
Drive your career with a strategic leadership role overseeing global engineering teams, focusing on cloud migration, platform modernization, and operational excellence in a mission-critical environmen...
6 days ago
$120K - $125K *
Unlock potential by leading AI product initiatives for Azure Supply Chain. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into high-quality software solutions, ensuring successful...
6 days ago
$120K - $125K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in AI product management for Azure Supply Chain. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into high-quality software solutions, ensurin...
5 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Champion strategic initiatives by collaborating with senior leaders to shape policy, enhance communications, and drive innovation. Lead statewide e-government efforts while managing critical projects...
1 week ago
CADRG Data Steward (Hiring Event)
$80K - $95K *
Champion data governance by managing geospatial data processes, ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate with teams to streamline workflows and enhance data integrity for diverse cus...
Today
$85K - $105K *
Unlock your potential by supporting an enterprise health application as a Data Engineer, collaborating in agile teams to develop data models, APIs, and reporting tools while enhancing user workflows a...
3 weeks ago
Director Product Management - Customer Data Platform
$149K - $268K *
Shape the future of Target's Customer Data Platform by leading a talented product team focused on delivering real-time, AI-driven guest experiences, driving innovation and transforming enterprise mark...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director I, Data Science, Enterprise Data & Data Science
$135K - $160K *
Unlock potential by leveraging your data science expertise to innovate generative AI solutions. Lead cross-functional collaborations, build evaluation frameworks, and drive best practices within a dyn...
Reposted 6 days ago
Director I, Data Science, Enterprise Data & Data Science
$130K - $155K *
Empower data-driven insights by developing generative AI solutions and driving best practices within a collaborative team. You'll enhance enterprise data accessibility while leading cross-functional p...
Reposted 6 days ago
$180K - $200K *
Shape the future of DevSecOps by leading technical strategy and delivery excellence across Federal and DoD markets. Collaborate with teams to innovate solutions, drive business development, and mentor...
5 days ago
Information Management / eDiscovery Specialist Senior
$93K - $99K *
Champion data governance and legal investigations as a Senior Information Management/eDiscovery Specialist, driving eDiscovery cases from inception to completion while collaborating with legal and IT...
1 week ago
$135K - $160K *
Design and implement innovative cloud architecture solutions that support enterprise analytics, data management, and AI initiatives, ensuring security and efficiency across cloud environments while le...
3 weeks ago
Product Manager, Alternative Data Solutions
$90K - $150K *
Take ownership of product lifecycle for data-driven solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into actionable requirements, enhance product offerings, and suppor...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Product Manager, Alternative Data Solutions
$90K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to manage and innovate a portfolio of data-driven solutions, enhancing financial services globally. Collaborate across teams to drive product strategy, optimize offerings, and supp...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Director, Statistical Innovation and Data Science
$150K - $180K *
Architect innovative statistical models and data science solutions, leading a team to enhance clinical development and evidence generation through advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI, while e...
Today
Senior Director, Data Platform Engineering
$300K - $390K *
Optimize data processing capabilities by leading a talented engineering team, defining technical strategies, and driving innovative solutions for a scalable data platform serving diverse stakeholder n...
Reposted 4 days ago
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.