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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Elevate cloud security measures by leading the integration of cyber defense across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize security operations, detect threats, and in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud security by conducting thorough assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations to improve client cloud environments and compli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Optimize cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with ind...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Transform cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with in...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading cloud security assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cloud security posture and ensure complian...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Empower cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with indu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Drive cloud security excellence by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Elevate cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with indu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by conducting cloud security assessments and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with industry stand...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading cloud security assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance acr...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Champion cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with ind...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Drive cloud security excellence by assessing configurations, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure complianc...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform cloud security by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with in...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Drive cloud security excellence by conducting assessments, identifying gaps, and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$212K - $265K *

Transform provider experiences by leading a data science team to drive insights, align strategies, and enhance decision-making through collaboration with cross-functional partners. Foster a culture of...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$212K - $265K *

Champion the future of provider experience through data-driven insights. Lead a high-performing team and collaborate with cross-functional partners to define strategies, improve relationships, and dri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$212K - $265K *

Empower provider experiences by leading a high-performing data science team. Drive strategic analysis, uncover insights, and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve measurable improvements in provid...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Transform your career by driving automation and digital workflow initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency, implement innovative solutions, and ensure successful adoption...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower decision-making by utilizing data-driven insights to enhance operations, supporting growth through statistical modeling and AI techniques while maintaining compliance in a complex regulatory e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $230K *

Elevate data operations by architecting AI-driven solutions that enhance resilience, scalability, and intelligence in data processing systems. Lead cross-functional teams to implement innovative DataO...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $129K *

Lead the charge in operational oversight of HIMS coding data quality, guiding coder education activities to ensure compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement in data management across acute care...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $115K *

Drive innovative business intelligence strategies by leading data infrastructure and analytics initiatives, empowering teams with actionable insights to enhance decision-making and foster a data-centr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in shaping and managing AI initiatives, driving program governance, and ensuring scalable AI adoption within the healthcare system to enhance patient care and operational efficiency ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of enterprise solutions by bridging technical expertise and strategic vision. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design impactful architectures that drive customer success and...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive financial strategy and operational excellence by leading accounting, budgeting, and cash management. Collaborate with executive leadership to enhance profitability and support acquisitions while...

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  •   8 - 10 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.