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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$148K - $234K *

Lead strategic data governance initiatives, ensuring high-quality, compliant data across domains. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize efforts, resolve issues, and drive alignment for impactful...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $252K *

Engineer the future of data with a leadership role in developing cloud-based data platforms. Oversee data integration and migration for enhanced national security operations, alongside guiding a team...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $252K *

Drive the development of advanced data pipelines in a cloud environment to centralize and govern critical data for national security operations. Lead a team in migrating legacy systems to modern solut...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $252K *

Champion the development of an enterprise data platform critical to national security. Lead a team in architecting cloud-based data pipelines, overseeing migrations, and ensuring data governance to en...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Take ownership of advancing AI-driven identity and compliance solutions. Lead a high-performing data science team, architecting advanced machine learning systems and intelligent workflows to solve com...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in building advanced AI solutions for identity and compliance, spearheading data science initiatives and driving intelligence across core products to enhance decision-making and meet r...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Create innovative AI-driven identity and compliance solutions by overseeing data science initiatives, enhancing modeling capabilities, and leading a high-performing team to optimize workflows and deli...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Transform the future of identity and compliance by leading innovative AI solutions, driving data science excellence, and developing advanced machine learning systems at scale to tackle complex regulat...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $114K *

Support sustainable water management by analyzing and managing irrigation data. Collaborate with a team to enhance decision-making processes and ensure data integrity for Alberta's agriculture sector...

Lethbridge, ABIn-Person

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

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing cloud solutions by leading systems engineering, optimizing AWS integrations, and implementing CI/CD processes to enhance infrastructure efficiency and scalabi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and delivery of enterprise-scale business intelligence and analytics solutions, enabling data-driven decision-making across multiple business domains and collabo...

Yesterday

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Champion the airport's cybersecurity initiatives, directing policies and managing security teams to protect assets and data integrity. Collaborate with leadership on strategic security goals while ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$225K - $300K *

Lead the Data Management organization to define and execute data strategies, enhancing governance, quality, and commercial value across analytical and technical teams. Drive operational excellence and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Drive Anovo's data and analytics strategy, leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance operational performance and client value through innovative data solutions and AI initiatives, while ensuring dat...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $175K *

Drive the strategic execution of an enterprise data governance program, shaping policies and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to enhance data quality and compliance across the organization...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$122K - $188K *

Champion the implementation of a robust Data Governance Program, ensuring effective data management, risk mitigation, and collaboration across investment and operations teams to elevate organizational...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform the digital landscape as a key leader, guiding innovative technology strategies and fostering collaboration within a higher education environment while ensuring alignment with institutional...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Champion transformative data strategies and lead technical pursuits in AI and data migration. Drive client success and practice growth while enhancing market presence through strategic partnerships an...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Transform your career by leading data strategy and architecture as a senior technology executive. Drive client success, enhance market presence, and shape innovative solutions in the Databricks Data ...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data and AI by leading strategic initiatives, guiding clients through complex migrations, and enhancing our market presence as a senior technology executive in...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in shaping data and AI strategies for clients, guiding migrations to Databricks while building market presence and technical standards. Collaborate with executives and teams to drive s...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $215K *

Pioneer product governance and security capabilities for data solutions. Collaborate with enterprise clients to define long-term strategies, product roadmaps, and ensure seamless implementation, enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Engage in data analysis and communications to support strategic planning and policy review for federal programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely responses and effective execution of hig...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $195K *

Pioneer your career by delivering advanced Databricks training to FEMA experts, enhancing their data engineering skills through tailored programs and hands-on projects, while collaborating with stakeh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $189K *

Shape innovative data solutions by architecting scalable data warehouses. Lead cross-functional projects to analyze and address complex healthcare challenges while ensuring compliance with data govern...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 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.