Chief Data Officer

Digital Platforms
United State (Remote)
December 31, 2025
Full Time
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About the Role

Data is no longer a supporting function; it is a core enterprise asset that shapes strategy, innovation, customer experience, and competitive advantage. Our organization operates at a global scale, managing complex data ecosystems that power digital products, advanced analytics, AI-driven decisioning, and enterprise transformation.

The Chief Data Officer is a senior executive leader responsible for defining and executing a unified data strategy across the organization. This role establishes enterprise data governance, drives advanced analytics and AI enablement, ensures data integrity and security, and transforms raw information into actionable intelligence that supports business growth.

The CDO partners closely with executive leadership across Technology, Product, Finance, Operations, Security, and Legal to build a modern, scalable data ecosystem that accelerates innovation while maintaining trust, compliance, and operational excellence. This role is ideal for a visionary data leader with deep technical expertise and strong business acumen.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Define and lead the enterprise-wide data strategy aligned with long-term business objectives and digital transformation goals.

  • Oversee data architecture, data engineering, analytics platforms, and data science capabilities across the organization.

  • Establish robust data governance, quality standards, stewardship models, and master data frameworks.

  • Drive the adoption of advanced analytics, AI/ML, and predictive intelligence across products and operations.

  • Ensure data privacy, regulatory compliance, and ethical data usage across all regions and platforms.

  • Partner with Technology and Security leadership to modernize data infrastructure and cloud-based data platforms.

  • Enable data democratization through self-service analytics, reporting, and enterprise data products.

  • Lead executive-level insights, dashboards, and performance intelligence to support strategic decision-making.

  • Build and mentor high-performing data, analytics, and engineering teams globally.

  • Evaluate emerging data technologies and identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

  • 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in data, analytics, or technology roles, including executive-level responsibility.

  • Proven experience leading enterprise data platforms, analytics programs, and AI initiatives at scale.

  • Strong understanding of cloud data architectures, modern data stacks, and advanced analytics ecosystems.

  • Demonstrated success in implementing data governance, quality, privacy, and compliance frameworks.

  • Experience partnering with executive leadership and influencing enterprise-wide strategy.

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or Business preferred.

  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex data concepts into business value.

Personal Capabilities and Qualifications

  • Visionary leader with the ability to balance innovation and operational discipline.

  • Highly analytical, structured thinker with strong problem-solving instincts.

  • Trusted executive presence with credibility across technical and business teams.

  • Ability to lead large, diverse teams in complex, fast-moving environments.

  • Strong ethical judgment and commitment to responsible data practices.

  • Collaborative mindset with a passion for building data-driven cultures.

Strategic Support

  • Serve as a key advisor to the CEO, CIO, CTO, and Executive Leadership Team on data-driven strategy.

  • Support enterprise planning through advanced analytics, forecasting, and performance intelligence.

  • Enable product innovation, customer experience optimization, and operational excellence through data insights.

  • Influence long-range investments in AI, analytics platforms, and digital capabilities.

  • Provide executive-level reporting and insights to senior leadership and board stakeholders.

Working Conditions

  • Remote-first executive role with periodic travel for leadership meetings, strategic planning sessions, and technology reviews.

  • Collaboration across multiple time zones with global data, engineering, and business teams.

  • High-visibility leadership environment with accountability for enterprise data outcomes.

  • Fast-paced, transformation-focused culture driven by innovation and continuous improvement.

Job Function

  • Lead enterprise data strategy, analytics, and AI enablement.

  • Establish governance, quality, and compliance frameworks.

  • Transform data into strategic intelligence that drives growth and innovation.

  • Build scalable, future-ready data platforms and organizations.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $370,000 – $475,000

  • Executive performance bonus

  • Long-term incentive plans (equity or performance-based awards)

  • Comprehensive executive benefits package including:

    • Health, dental, vision, and wellness programs

    • Retirement plan participation

    • Paid executive time off

    • Leadership development and executive coaching

    • Mental health and wellbeing resources

    • Remote work technology and travel support

Why Join Us

  • Lead enterprise-level data transformation with global impact.

  • Shape how analytics and AI influence strategy, products, and customer experience.

  • Partner directly with executive leadership and influence long-term organizational direction.

  • Build and scale world-class data capabilities in a modern digital environment.

  • Strong pathways to broader executive leadership roles, including Chief Digital Officer, Chief Analytics Officer, or expanded enterprise leadership responsibilities.

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