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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$75K - $110K *

Lead the charge in transforming our technology operations by taking ownership of AI-driven initiatives, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiven...

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape your career by safeguarding compliance and security within a global SaaS ecosystem. Bridge the gap between technical frameworks and customer trust while driving audit readiness and enhancing int...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Procurement Data Products for AI/ML, bridging Data & Analytics with Procurement AI. Drive continuous improvement and ensure data readiness for advanced analytics, supporti...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Unlock insights by analyzing customer and operational data to enhance business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop dashboards and reports that drive strategic decisions and im...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $288K *

Unlock potential by leading complex analytics projects and developing innovative AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance marketing effectiveness and establish rigorous analyti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance clinical data management and reporting solutions. Collaborate with teams to develop high-quality data sources for our analytics platform, ensuring effective integration of h...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive the development of innovative AI agents for Auto Insurance Claims, defining product strategy and execution in a regulated environment from concept to market validation, while collaborating with...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join us to pioneer a new agentic product line in auto insurance, focusing on AI-driven claims management. Shape strategies, enhance workflows, and deliver innovative solutions for enterprise customers...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by building innovative AI-powered solutions for claims. Collaborate with industry leaders, define product strategy from concept to market, and ensure seamless integration within en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of a groundbreaking AI-driven product line for auto insurance claims. Engage with enterprise customers, set strategic direction, and build innovative soluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $168K *

Empower your career by managing critical data center projects, ensuring service delivery excellence, and collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency while adhering to safety protocols...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $144K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer success through leadership and collaboration. Drive team performance, foster relationships, and influence growth in a dynamic, hybrid environment foc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform technology operations by leading IT and cybersecurity strategies, ensuring secure, scalable systems while enhancing employee support in a dynamic, remote-first environment. Collaborate acros...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$107K - $150K *

Shape the future of our enterprise data platform by leading product strategy, defining capabilities, and ensuring alignment across business and technology teams to deliver scalable, secure, and truste...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $120K *

Empower data management efforts by implementing systems for storage and retrieval, ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to oversee configuration management and delive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in clinical data management, overseeing project execution, ensuring quality delivery, and fostering client satisfaction while managing a dynamic team and implementing innovative soluti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading strategic initiatives, managing risk, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with executives to protect critical data and enhance resilience in a growing Nor...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in cybersecurity strategy and risk management. Collaborate with executives to safeguard critical data and enhance resilience across the organization, ensuring a secure environment for...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives. Lead risk management and compliance efforts, collaborating with executives to safeguard critical data and enhance organizational resilience in a dynamic business en...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Lead the strategic direction for cybersecurity and risk management. Collaborate with executive leadership to protect critical data and ensure a secure environment for operations across North America...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Transform cybersecurity by leading strategic initiatives, managing risk, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with executives to safeguard critical data and enhance resilience in a dynamic business en...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$200K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling AI Data Operations, transforming emerging opportunities into commercially viable solutions. Drive strategy, partnerships, and operational excellence to support...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer the future of AI in higher education by leading strategy, governance, and implementation across the university. Drive responsible AI adoption, enhance student success, and transform institutio...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Empower enterprise AI adoption by leading a team to develop secure data solutions. Drive technical architecture and data readiness while collaborating across functions to enhance productivity and oper...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in AI and data initiatives, driving enterprise adoption and building robust data foundations. Oversee a team to implement secure solutions, enhance productivity, and foster collaborati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.