Explore Data Quality Specialist Jobs

Data Quality Specialists help organizations make confident decisions by ensuring their data is accurate, complete, consistent, and fit for use. On Ladders, explore vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more, including roles focused on data validation, governance, quality analytics, and data operations.

What Does a Data Quality Specialist Do?

These professionals assess data assets, define quality standards, identify errors and inconsistencies, and coordinate solutions with technical and business teams. Responsibilities may include developing data quality rules, monitoring metrics, investigating root causes, documenting processes, and improving the systems that collect and manage data.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with data profiling, SQL, spreadsheets, data visualization, and quality or observability tools. Knowledge of data governance, metadata, master data management, database systems, and privacy practices can also be valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills help specialists turn findings into practical improvements.

Career Opportunities

Data Quality Specialists work across industries such as financial services, healthcare, technology, retail, and consulting. Depending on experience and organizational needs, related opportunities may include senior data quality analyst, data governance specialist, data steward, data management consultant, or quality program lead.

Find Your Next Data Quality Role

Browse Ladders for Data Quality Specialist positions and related professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, required skills, and compensation details to find a role that fits your experience and career goals.

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$115K - $135K *

Transform enterprise data integrity by validating complex datasets across multiple programs, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance. Collaborate with teams to implement automated validation strate...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $119K *

Engage in impactful clinical documentation audits to enhance quality, compliance, and education. Drive improvements in CDI processes and patient care while collaborating with healthcare teams to ensur...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data quality and governance. Contribute to building robust data platforms and ensure reliable data-driven decision-making through effective testing and automa...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $157K *

Champion data quality and governance by developing training programs that empower stakeholders. Collaborate across departments to create impactful materials, conduct demos, and facilitate organization...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion data integrity by implementing comprehensive quality controls and metrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data governance and enhance usability across the enterprise. Dri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$148K - $175K *

Join a team of industry leaders to provide actionable insights in Data Quality, guiding clients through complex challenges and delivering high-quality research, presentations, and support. Help shape...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality excellence by harmonizing and optimizing processes across a global Quality Management System. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance, simplify documentation, and enhance oper...

Parsippany, NJRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$61K - $104K *

Unlock the potential of data quality in a dynamic team, ensuring compliance and governance for a federal agency's analytics ecosystem. Collaborate with stakeholders to define metrics, monitor standard...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$107K - $199K *

Transform the healthcare landscape by leading digital quality measurement initiatives. Drive process improvement efforts and enhance clinical data reporting strategies while collaborating with cross-f...

Missouri, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $195K *

Champion the development and execution of data stewardship training programs to enhance organizational data quality and governance skills while collaborating with domain experts to address skill gaps...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$56K - $104K *

Champion quality assurance in retail insurance by conducting reviews, identifying improvements, and collaborating with stakeholders to uphold high standards. Drive compliance and enhance operational e...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join us to design and oversee the quality assurance framework for our AI platform. You'll implement automated testing, ensure compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain high-q...

Overland Park, KSRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead a team to enhance data quality across products, ensuring reliability and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective testing strategies and maintain high performanc...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $97K *

Shape the future of healthcare by conducting clinical case reviews and enhancing product quality for an AI-driven clinical platform. Collaborate with care teams to ensure accurate alert functionality...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $262K *

Contribute to quality coding initiatives by developing strategies to monitor, validate, and improve risk adjustment performance. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance provider educat...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $144K *

Explore a challenging role ensuring project compliance and quality for electrical and mechanical systems. Collaborate with various stakeholders, inspect installations, and report on project progress w...

Indianapolis, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data integrity by overseeing comprehensive quality control processes, collaborating with teams to enhance testing frameworks, and leveraging advanced SQL and Python skills to ensure accuracy t...

Bethesda, MDRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for transport and packaging validation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold compliance and readiness for commercial launch while managing...

New York, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Analyze and ensure compliance for computerized systems in regulated environments. Collaborate with IT and Quality teams to assess risks, conduct audits, and strengthen software quality frameworks whil...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $108K *

Transform payer billing implementations by managing complex projects, collaborating across teams, and driving process improvements. Leverage strong problem-solving skills to enhance operational effici...

South San Francisco, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $200K *

Lead cross-functional integration of data, analytics, evaluation, and governance to enhance healthcare AI products. Drive roadmap ownership, optimize workflows, ensure data quality, and foster collabo...

Palo Alto, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $126K *

Manage complex HEDIS audit workstreams and ensure compliance with regulations. Provide expert guidance on audit readiness, interpret regulatory requirements, and develop controls to support accurate s...

Missouri, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $230K *

Lead product strategy and execution to enhance quality programs, driving measurable performance improvements in healthcare. Collaborate with teams to optimize product development and ensure compliance...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Elevate regulatory standards by coordinating global submissions for medical devices, ensuring compliance with U.S. and international guidelines while supporting cross-functional collaboration and stra...

New Jersey, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $161K *

Join us to ensure the highest quality standards for our FDA-cleared AI clinical platform. Collaborate across teams to drive software design quality, manage regulatory compliance, and enhance post-mark...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Quality Specialist do?question toggle

    A Data Quality Specialist evaluates and improves data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and reliability. Typical work includes setting quality rules, monitoring data, investigating problems, and partnering with teams to resolve issues.

  • What skills are important for Data Quality Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Useful skills often include SQL, data profiling, data validation, analytics, and familiarity with databases or data quality tools. Employers also value knowledge of data governance, careful attention to detail, clear communication, and root-cause analysis.

  • Where do Data Quality Specialists work?question toggle

    They work in many sectors that depend on reliable data, including finance, healthcare, technology, retail, government, and consulting.

  • What related roles can Data Quality Specialists pursue?question toggle

    Related career paths may include senior data quality analyst, data governance specialist, data steward, data management consultant, or data quality program lead, depending on experience and specialization.

  • How can I find Data Quality Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted Data Quality Specialist and related professional job listings, then review each posting for compensation, responsibilities, qualifications, and location or remote-work details.