Chief Data Officer

Role Description The Chief Data Officer (CDO) is a full-time remote role responsible for defining and leading the organization’s data strategy and ensuring data is treated as a critical enterprise asset. Each day, the CDO will oversee data governance frameworks, establish standards for data quality and data management, and coordinate with technology and business leaders to align data initiatives with organizational goals. The role includes directing analytics and data science efforts, prioritizing key projects, and ensuring stakeholders have timely, accurate insights to support decision-making. The CDO will mentor and develop data teams, manage vendor and platform relationships, and communicate data priorities and progress to executive leadership. This role also involves monitoring regulatory and security requirements related to data and ensuring compliance across systems and processes.
Qualifications
Strong experience in Data Governance and setting enterprise-wide data policies and standards.
Proficiency in Data Management and Data Quality practices, including metadata management, data lineage, and data stewardship.
Advanced Analytical Skills, with a track record of converting complex data into actionable insights for business stakeholders.
Hands-on background in Data Science, including familiarity with statistical methods, machine learning concepts, and modern analytics platforms.
Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional data teams and collaborating with senior executives.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Experience with cloud-based data architectures, data warehouses, and business intelligence tools.
Understanding of data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements relevant to the organization’s industry.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote, distributed environment and manage global stakeholders.

Work arrangement
Yes