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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$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...
4 weeks ago
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
Data Quality and Governance Training Analyst
$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...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Data Quality Assurance (Remote)
$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...
2 weeks ago
Director, Analyst, Data Management for AI and Agentic Use Cases(Remote US)
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$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...
1 week ago
Director, Quality Improvement, Digital Quality Measurement
$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...
3 weeks ago
Senior Data Quality and Governance Training Analyst
$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...
3 weeks ago
Insurance Specialist - Quality Analyst
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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...
Reposted 3 days ago
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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...
Reposted 1 month ago
Senior Manager, Quality Assurance
$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...
5 days ago
Senior Software Quality & Compliance Specialist
$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...
4 days ago
Implementation Specialist - Payer Operations
$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...
6 days ago
Senior AI PM for Data and Governance
$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...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior HEDIS Quality & Audit Analyst
$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...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Director of Product, Quality Optimization (Hedis/Stars) - Remote
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
3 weeks ago
Senior Design Quality Engineer
$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...
2 weeks ago
What does a Data Quality Specialist do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.