Leading Subject Matter Expert Jobs

Become an authority in your professional field with high-paying Subject Matter Expert jobs as you provide specialized knowledge, guidance and insight.

What does a Subject Matter Expert do?

Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) lend their deep knowledge and expertise in particular topics or fields to businesses and organizations, providing essential insights and guidance. SME positions span across industries, from healthcare to technology, and roles can range from consultants to trainers.

The Benefits of Being a Subject Matter Expert

As a Subject Matter Expert, you have an opportunity to shape your industry's future, making a direct impact on strategic decisions and products. Providing thought leadership not only sets you apart professionally, but affords you the chance to influence great change within your field.

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$90K - $120K *

Champion the awareness of suicide prevention and crisis intervention by providing expert knowledge and insights to enhance outreach efforts, create innovative strategies, and support comprehensive pub...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by providing expert strategic communications to enhance Veteran outreach and behavioral health awareness through targeted, large-scale campaigns for the Office of Suicide Prevention w...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $180K *

Elevate automation and efficiency by designing advanced vision solutions across industries. Lead with expertise in computer vision, edge computing, and cloud integration to drive impactful enterprise...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Contribute to advanced vision solutions to enhance operational efficiency across various environments. Utilize your expertise in vision systems, edge computing, and cloud integration to drive impactfu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a Construction Subject Matter Expert, bridging field expertise and AI product development to enhance construction workflows through rigorous testing, evaluation, and collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Transform VA healthcare modernization by providing expert support for VistA systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance interoperability and ensure accurate workflows, driving critical improveme...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Lead the strategic assessment and administration of Air Force acquisition programs, focusing on information superiority capabilities and ensuring compliance with defense oversight policies...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $120K *

Join a team that addresses complex Medicaid projects, guiding agencies through APD development and compliance. Lead strategy, manage stakeholder collaborations, and optimize funding processes for impa...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Deliver your GRC expertise by leading a dynamic team that shapes compliance frameworks for diverse industries. Manage product integration, uphold quality standards, and partner across teams to meet ev...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer a transformative knowledge system that empowers teams and customers, enhancing self-service capabilities. Drive learning infrastructure that streamlines onboarding and education, fostering ind...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $130K *

In this pivotal role, drive strategic initiatives across multiple business units, influencing decisions at the highest levels while crafting actionable, evidence-based recommendations that fuel compan...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $180K *

Empower your career by leading partner success and operational performance through strategic collaboration, clear communication, and disciplined execution across ongoing and new service delivery units...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $140K *

Unlock innovative SATCOM solutions for warfighters. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver effective acquisition strategies, bridging operational needs with commercial capabilities in a dynamic mil...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $115K *

Help us support the US Space Force by managing COMSATCOM contracts, ensuring effective communication between stakeholders while fostering innovative satellite solutions for national security enhanceme...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive organizational change, enhancing cloud technology initiatives through strategic communication and stakeholder engagement to foster adoption and support within the Judiciary...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $160K *

Partner with us to architect innovative solutions for mainframe infrastructure, leveraging your extensive technical expertise in Broadcom's suite of products. Shape the future of our clients' operatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Transform clinical education operations by leading initiatives that enhance student placement and partner collaboration, ensuring compliance and quality in experiences across university programs while...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Join our dynamic team to lead Knowledge Management initiatives, streamlining operations across multiple service areas while managing documentation and self-service resources to enhance customer suppor...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$200K - $240K *

Champion high-stakes capture management by leading strategic government pursuits. Drive business growth through innovative strategies, team collaboration, and executive engagement, focusing on complex...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $130K *

Transform your career by designing and building scalable .NET and Angular web applications. Play a key role in architecture decisions and mentor peers, leveraging 7-10 years of experience in software...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Optimize financial workflows as a Subject Matter Expert, leading process re-engineering for transformation initiatives. Ensure compliance with public sector standards while enhancing operational effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $500K+*

Accelerate growth through strategic partnerships and sales execution in K-12 education. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance customer retention, drive revenue, and improve market visibility while f...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing finance operations by overseeing Source to Pay and Record to Report processes, ensuring excellence in reporting and financial controls while partnering with key stakeholde...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in Human Capital Management initiatives, ensuring robust security configurations and seamless integrations while optimizing data migration and testing methodologies in a collaborative...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive project success through strategic execution, ensuring high standards in communication and detail. Collaborate with key stakeholders to optimize project management practice...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications are required for a Subject Matter Expert job?question toggle

    Subject Matter Experts typically require a bachelor’s degree in their relevant field, as well as several years of experience. Higher roles may require a master's degree or PhD.

  • What industries hire Subject Matter Experts?question toggle

    Almost every industry hires Subject Matter Experts, from healthcare to technology and media. Organizations of all sizes rely on SMEs to provide guidance, training, and expertise in their respective fields.

  • How much can a Subject Matter Expert earn per year?question toggle

    On Ladders, Subject Matter Expert jobs pay $100,000 per year or more, with exact amounts depending on industry, location, and level of expertise.