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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$164K - $205K *

Unlock potential by driving the vision and execution of Data Security products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance a cloud security platform that empowers innovation and business gro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Strategize and lead the technology vision and innovation agenda, aligning tech investments with business goals. Drive operational excellence and enhance experiences while ensuring a secure, scalable...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$139K - $230K *

Lead the charge in transforming our analytics landscape by managing data engineering teams, designing innovative data solutions, and mentoring engineers to enhance data accessibility and support AI an...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $230K *

Architect data solutions that drive analytics transformation. Lead teams in building robust data pipelines, mentor engineers, and ensure technical excellence across projects to support AI and business...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $182K *

Architect scalable, secure Salesforce Data Cloud solutions, enhancing customer data platforms. Lead integrations, manage data streams, and ensure governance while collaborating with cross-functional t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in database operations, ensuring optimal performance and security for mission-critical systems. Oversee a technical team while aligning with federal standards and integrating with deve...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in federal business development, driving strategy and execution for health programs. Lead capture management, build relationships, and mentor staff while contri...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading data science initiatives to enhance finance transformation, improve reporting quality, and advance analytics capabilities, while coaching a high-performing team in a dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading threat intelligence and detection engineering. Shape strategies to protect diverse industries from cyber threats, while building a high-impact program that...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Transform data into actionable insights by collaborating with leadership to analyze, visualize, and communicate findings. Leverage expertise in business intelligence tools to enhance decision-making f...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K *

Lead the transformation of FP&A in a dynamic consumer business, partnering with executives to modernize financial strategies, enhance data systems, and implement AI-driven analytics across multiple re...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$225K - $275K *

Elevate technology strategy and innovation as a leader driving product development, engineering, and cross-functional collaboration. Shape a high-performing team while ensuring secure, scalable platfo...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive enterprise security strategy and operations to protect information assets. Lead a high-performing cybersecurity team, manage compliance, and respond to evolving threats in a fast-paced aerospace...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $210K *

Champion the development and execution of IT strategies, policies, and investments to align with organizational goals, ensuring effective management of IT infrastructure and compliance while leading a...

3 days ago

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

$153K - $285K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering actionable insights and strategic recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive analytics initiatives that inform critical business decisions acros...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to design AI-ready data architectures using Microsoft Azure. You will connect business goals to scalable data solutions, optimizing the data flow for analytics and AI, ensuring sec...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $175K *

Shape data-driven solutions as a Data Architect, utilizing Azure technologies to create scalable, AI-ready data architectures that unlock business insights and enhance operational performance through...

Toronto, ONRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize and secure database infrastructures for critical operations. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and cloud technologies to enhance data management and suppo...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI governance by leading a dedicated team to drive responsible adoption and implementation of AI solutions, guiding stakeholders towards high-value opportunities while ensuring com...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K - $117K *

Drive cybersecurity risk management initiatives, assessing threats and enhancing security controls. Collaborate with diverse teams to inform leadership decisions and strengthen the organization’s cybe...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Unlock data-driven strategies and insights to elevate retail campaigns. Lead a talented analytics team, manage client relationships, and drive innovation in measurement, enabling transformative result...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in AI software development, shaping strategy and building a high-performing team to deliver innovative AI solutions that drive business impact and enhance client services across the or...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$192K - $264K *

Transform the future of AI software development by leading a high-performing team, defining strategic vision, and delivering innovative AI solutions that enhance client services and drive business gro...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$217K - $312K *

Empower your career by leading technical initiatives for enterprise-grade data governance solutions. Drive product ownership and cross-functional collaborations, creating impactful, scalable software...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of data security by monitoring alerts, triaging incidents, and collaborating with leaders to enhance data loss prevention strategies. Drive impactful insights through meticulous a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.