Chief Data Officer

Role Description The Chief Data Officer (CDO) is a full-time remote role responsible for setting and executing the company-wide data strategy. The CDO oversees data governance frameworks, data quality standards, and data management practices to ensure data is accurate, secure, and accessible. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading cross-functional data initiatives, partnering with technology and business teams to define data priorities, and implementing policies that support compliance and ethical data use. The CDO guides the development of advanced analytics and data science solutions, enabling actionable insights that support business objectives. This role also involves building and mentoring a high-performing data organization, managing key data platforms and tools, and communicating data-driven recommendations to executive leadership.
Qualifications
Strong data governance and data management skills, including experience establishing policies, standards, and stewardship practices.
Demonstrated analytical skills and data quality expertise, with a track record of improving data reliability and usability.
Hands-on experience in data science, applied analytics, or business intelligence, with the ability to translate complex findings into clear actions.
Proficiency with modern data architectures, databases, cloud data platforms, and data integration tools.
Proven leadership experience in senior data-related roles, preferably as a CDO, Head of Data, or equivalent.
Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, leading distributed teams and collaborating across geographies.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to executive and non-technical audiences.
Knowledge of relevant regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., data privacy, security, industry-specific regulations).
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Business, or a related field.

Work arrangement
Yes