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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$160K - $170K *

Champion operational risk oversight by identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across business units. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance risk management strategies and ensure compliance w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $170K *

Lead the charge in independent risk oversight for operational risk management, collaborating with senior leaders to identify, assess, and mitigate risks while enhancing a proactive risk culture across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Transform large-scale technology delivery for strategic banking clients, ensuring end-to-end execution, financial management, and operational governance. Lead cross-functional teams to drive predictab...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by analyzing data, creating automated reports, and enhancing decision-making processes through innovative applications and dashboards using MS Power Apps and BI tools...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by driving cloud financial management and optimization. Collaborate across teams to analyze costs, develop insights, and enhance governance, ensuring effective cloud resource alloc...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $181K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data center infrastructure by driving innovation and operational excellence. Lead a skilled team while managing 24/7 operations, ensuring high performance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise data engineering to create scalable, secure, and efficient data platforms that empower analytics and AI capabilities, while collaborating closely with technolo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of data-driven decision-making by leading a team that builds predictive models and insights that elevate strategic recommendations and client success across multiple domains of market...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $117K *

Transform data insights into business value by managing demand, prioritizing initiatives, and aligning stakeholders. Drive effective delivery coordination and enhance platform adoption within a collab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Lead the charge in securing cloud infrastructure by designing comprehensive security architectures, implementing IaC controls, and ensuring compliance across cloud environments while supporting cross...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$180K - $210K *

Transform compliance governance in a high-growth fintech environment, leading initiatives across regions. Drive audit readiness, policy harmonization, and oversight in a pivotal role that shapes the f...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $230K *

Unlock your potential by leading the development of our data and product engineering systems. This hands-on role combines technical expertise with strategic vision, driving innovation for our analytic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $208K *

Explore a pivotal role in digital analytics, leading tagging strategies and ensuring data integrity across web and mobile platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize customer engage...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $215K *

Transform enterprise technology by leading platform engineering initiatives. Own architecture and automation to enhance data, analytics, and AI capabilities while ensuring reliable, secure, and cost-e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading compliance and security initiatives that ensure continuous readiness and robust policy management in a dynamic startup environment. Collaborate across teams to drive effect...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $97K *

Empower data-driven decision-making across the College by coordinating analytics, reporting, and research initiatives, translating insights into actionable outcomes while ensuring data quality, compli...

3 weeks ago

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

$138K - $208K *

Launch your expertise in digital analytics by owning tagging strategies and implementations for web and mobile apps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate data measurement and gov...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $101K *

Transform contract administration by overseeing government contracts, ensuring compliance, and facilitating contractor performance. Engage with stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain documentatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$210K - $250K *

Shape operational excellence as a key executive leader, driving strategies for growth, efficiency, and customer satisfaction while overseeing all aspects of manufacturing, supply chain, and organizati...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$181K - $301K *

Elevate your career by leading a global team focused on maturing data protection and insider risk strategies. Drive innovative solutions to protect sensitive information while collaborating with key s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $206K *

Shape the enterprise information architecture to connect diverse domains, ensuring trustworthy data governance and robust semantic models that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Transform our brand identity and guide creative direction as our principal creative leader. Shape compelling narratives that resonate with customers and job seekers alike. Own all creative surfaces an...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $105K *

Empower project success by coordinating PGHD initiatives, managing timelines, and engaging stakeholders. Drive quality and productivity through effective planning, documentation, and communication wit...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform healthcare service delivery by leading teams to optimize client satisfaction, compliance, and operational efficiency in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment focused on best practices and c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Transform security governance by leading operational excellence, managing risks, and ensuring compliance. Drive remediation efforts and foster strong relationships with stakeholders while delivering i...

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  •   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.