Job Description:

The SVP, Chief Data Officer is accountable for the enterprise data and analytics strategy, ensuring the organization’s data assets are trusted, scalable, and strategically leveraged to drive business outcomes. This role leads Information Delivery, including Business Intelligence, Data Engineering, Integration Fabric, Content Analytics, Data Operations, and Data Governance. This is a strategic leadership role requiring both vision-setting and hands-on execution – the executive steward of the company’s information ecosystem. Reports to the Chief Technology Officer.

Who you’re committed to being:

• You enjoy learning and are open to new ways of doing things.

• You are not afraid to be yourself, experiment, make mistakes and learn from them, ask questions, or voice your concerns.

• When communicating you are self-aware, insightful, and proactive.

• You are a team member first and individual contributor second. You are aware that high-performing teams are only as strong as their weakest link.

• You believe in continuous improvement and request frequent feedback from others.

What you’ll do:

• Define and drive the enterprise data and analytics strategy in alignment with company objectives and Technology Group priorities

• Partner with key business partners to inform business strategy through data-driven insights

• Own the end-to-end information delivery lifecycle, from data ingestion and integration through analytics and insight delivery

• Establish and operationalize data governance, quality, and stewardship standards enterprise-wide

• Build and lead high-performing data, analytics, and engineering teams while fostering a data-driven culture

Experience you’ll bring:

• Experience in SaaS, technology-enabled learning, content platforms, or subscription businesses

• Background in modern analytics platforms, cloud data ecosystems, and data visualization tools

• Experience partnering with data science and AI/ML teams

• Track record driving data culture and data literacy across technical and non-technical teams

• Prior accountability for data security, privacy, and regulatory compliance

Requirements:

• Executive-level leadership experience in data, analytics, business intelligence, or information delivery

• Deep understanding of end-to-end data architecture, including ETL/ELT, analytics engineering, and modern data platforms

• Proven ability to define data strategy while building and operating production data systems

• Strong track record translating complex data concepts into actionable business insights for executive audiences

• Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder partnership skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Data, Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field required

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) preferred

• 12+ years of progressive experience in data, analytics, or information delivery roles

• 5+ years leading senior-level or enterprise-scale data organizations

• This is a remote role; however, applicants located within 45 miles of our Westlake/Dallas, TX office should expect to work on-site Tuesday through Thursday, with remote flexibility on Mondays and Fridays. This approach enables more effective collaboration, quicker decision-making, and a stronger culture, while still providing flexibility.

Why you’ll love working here:

• We work in a blended environment that supports collaboration, flexibility, and connection across teams.

• We are mission-driven, shaping the future of tech upskillling and delivering impact that matters.

• We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, where everyone can contribute and thrive.

• We are always learning, creating an environment where you can take on new challenges, expand your skills, and grow with purpose.

• Benefits include competitive compensation, bonus eligibility, comprehensive medical coverage, unlimited PTO, wellness reimbursement, professional development funds, and more.

About us:

Pluralsight provides the only learning platform dedicated to accelerating the technology skills and capabilities of today’s tech workforce. Thousands of companies, government organizations and individuals around the world rely on Pluralsight to support critical technology skill development in areas that are crucial to innovation including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and machine learning. Pluralsight provides highly curated content developed by vetted technology experts, industry leading skill assessments, and hands on, immersive learning experiences designed to help individuals skill-up faster.

Physical Requirements:

This role is primarily performed in an office or home office setting and involves standard computer-based work.

EEOC Statement & Accommodations Statement:

Bring yourself. Pluralsight is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with EEOC guidelines and local laws.

If you need an accommodation to apply, interview, or perform essential job functions, please visit the bottom of our website to learn how to request an accommodation. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our DEIB Report.

The annual US base salary range for this role is $280,000 - $340,000 USD. Actual compensation will depend on location, skills, experience, and other factors. Additional benefits and bonuses may apply.

Applications must be submitted within 90 days after the initial posting date to be considered.

Please be aware of recruiting scams. We’ll only contact you from an @pluralsight.com email or verified channels. We never ask for sensitive personal info or payments as part of the hiring process. All openings are posted on our Careers page.
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