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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$150K - $180K *

Drive AI and machine learning innovation by leading a dynamic team. Define strategies, oversee scalable solutions, and partner with leaders to enhance decision-making and optimize operations, deliveri...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$163K - $273K *

Champion the Data Intelligence strategy as a senior leader. Drive integration of analytics, AI, and data capabilities to enable reusable intelligence and measurable outcomes across enterprise platform...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $273K *

Shape the future of data intelligence by leading strategies that transform enterprise data into trusted analytics and AI capabilities, ensuring effective governance and cross-functional collaboration...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $273K *

Strategize and operationalize data intelligence initiatives that connect analytics, AI, and enterprise data. Drive enterprise-wide governance, promote trusted data consumption, and establish framework...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $230K *

Lead innovative AI solutions development, driving AI pipeline growth and collaboration across teams. Develop strategies, manage relationships, and execute methodologies to align with market needs and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $230K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative AI solutions that drive business growth across various sectors. Strategically manage a high-performing team, foster collaboration, and establish repeatable met...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $230K *

Drive AI sales and solution strategies, developing innovative offerings aligning customer needs with market demands, leading a high-performing team while ensuring successful delivery and growth across...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Drive the future of commercial technology and data engineering by leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver scalable solutions that enhance analytics, digital engagement, and operational efficiency...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of CRM solutions, driving technical leadership and product strategy within the Salesforce ecosystem. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client por...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform unstructured data into strategic assets by leading product initiatives, aligning stakeholders, and driving AI-enabled solutions that enhance business outcomes across Consumer & Community Ban...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock the potential of unstructured data by defining strategies and building partnerships that drive value across Consumer & Community Banking. Lead multidisciplinary teams to transform complex chall...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategy for unstructured data products, transforming complex challenges into actionable solutions that drive enterprise AI adoption and deliver meaningful business out...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $135K *

Pioneer data-driven decisions by developing standardized performance evaluations that transform operational data into actionable insights, driving resource allocation, planning, and leadership decisio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building a digital assets engineering practice, driving innovative blockchain solutions while overseeing team development, architectural governance, and compliance with industry reg...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$161K - $222K *

Shape the future of information security by building and leading a robust program that safeguards critical data and systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and security while driving in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security and compliance as you manage day-to-day operations, drive SOC 2 programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust internal controls and risk...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining drug development through AI. As a technical co-founder, you'll lead platform development, establish predictive research, and build a technical team, driving innovation in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

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

$97K - $132K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your 10+ years of experience to provide critical analytical support, conduct in-depth research, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance operational effec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.