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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$120K - $145K *

Join a dedicated team to lead security operations and compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with industry standards and managing risks effectively to protect vital data and systems...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the security posture and compliance of the organization. You'll develop and implement policies, manage audits, and assess risks to protect systems and data, all while fost...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading the charge in information security and compliance. In this pivotal role, you will oversee security operations, manage regulatory initiatives, and align practices with indust...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Take ownership of designing and implementing enterprise Master Data Management solutions, enhancing data quality and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable MDM solutio...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Transform your career with impactful auditing and training roles in risk adjustment. Collaborate with management to enhance coding compliance, drive performance improvement, and foster a culture of ex...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$346K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in operational excellence for a physician-led group, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing patient care across multiple regions. Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure high...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $115K *

Lead advanced analytics initiatives to detect and prevent fraud in Medicare and Medicaid, leveraging expertise in data science and machine learning to drive impactful solutions alongside a team of pro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $216K *

Shape the future of IT portfolio management by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing resource allocation, and driving value realization in a dynamic, global environment. Collaborate with executive...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$161K - $218K *

Transform mission-critical initiatives as you lead the Motion GEOINT Portfolio, driving growth and ensuring quality deliverables while managing a dedicated team and overseeing financial targets. Your...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion data governance initiatives by establishing frameworks, policies, and processes to enhance data quality and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive a data-driven culture...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data architecture by leading the design and delivery of unified customer data solutions within the Salesforce ecosystem, ensuring client success through innova...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data services by developing and modernizing ETL processes, data integration, and warehousing solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and performance in a h...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$158K - $216K *

Champion data management excellence by overseeing vendor contracts, ensuring data quality, and supporting commercial teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve data issues and drive strategic in...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $223K *

Lead the charge in establishing and guiding an Enterprise API Office, ensuring scalable API governance and collaboration across teams to enhance capabilities and drive efficiency in API management and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $200K *

Drive financial strategy and operations as a key partner to leadership, ensuring growth and profitability through effective management of accounting, reporting, budgeting, and compliance while fosteri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $230K *

Lead the charge in optimizing BSA/AML data and technology strategies to strengthen compliance and advance analytics through cutting-edge solutions and AI within the financial services landscape...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $230K *

Shape the future of BSA/AML compliance by leading the technology and data strategy. Drive innovation through analytics and automation while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards in a dynamic fina...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $230K *

Optimize BSA/AML compliance through strategic leadership in data, technology, and analytics. Drive innovation in transaction monitoring, KYC, and regulatory compliance, leveraging AI and automation to...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate our compliance and risk management efforts by implementing frameworks and driving regulatory adherence while fostering cross-functional collaboration to safeguard data and build trust in a dyn...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Join us to lead product and technology strategy, driving innovation and integration across platforms while enhancing customer experiences and ensuring security and scalability in a dynamic, hands-on e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $180K *

Innovate scalable solutions by leading architecture for complex client transformations. Collaborate across teams to translate business needs into viable technology strategies, ensuring measurable outc...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $180K *

Drive impactful solution architecture for complex client transformations, translating business objectives into scalable, innovative solutions across application services, cloud, and digital transforma...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading solution architecture for complex client transformations. Collaborate across teams to design scalable, innovative solutions that align with business objectives and drive me...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $180K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative solutions for complex client transformations. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable, commercially viable solutions in application modernization, cloud...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.