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.
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Drive innovation and execution in an AI-centric environment, building MVPs that tackle real business challenges. Lead a small team to quickly test ideas, validate solutions, and hand off proven concep...
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Ensure data integrity and compliance in clinical trials. Manage EDC development, oversee data cleaning, and liaise with vendors. Lead data management from initiation to close-out while optimizing data...
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Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing privacy management processes and compliance technology. This role supports platform administration, user engagement, and operational improvements, ensuring e...
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Senior Quality Systems Software Architect
$125K - $150K *
Lead the design and implementation of GxP-compliant Quality applications, ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance while mentoring junior team members and driving continuous improvement in a...
4 weeks ago
Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist
$83K - $103K *
Drive success in regulatory affairs by preparing critical submissions for medical and diagnostic devices. Oversee compliance with U.S. and international regulations while collaborating with cross-func...
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$110K - $120K *
Lead the charge in quality engineering for critical assessment platforms, driving testing excellence and automation maturity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and scalabil...
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Marketing Data Analytics Engineer (US)
$87K - $97K *
Shape the future of marketing analytics by building robust data pipelines and automating reporting workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and leverage AI tools for...
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$113K - $160K *
Lead the charge in architecting data solutions for enterprise customers, modernizing legacy systems across Analytics, Content, and Commerce. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data inte...
2 weeks ago
Principal Data Governance Architect
$152K - $223K *
Optimize enterprise data governance architecture by establishing standards, evaluating tools, and ensuring alignment with architectural frameworks. Collaborate with teams to embed governance in data i...
3 days ago
Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Remote/East Coast Preferred)
$89K - $119K *
Lead the charge in regulatory compliance by managing global submissions, advising on strategies, and ensuring adherence to standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and...
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$125K - $150K *
Engineer scalable Azure data solutions, leading architecture and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with teams to define standards and ensure high-performance data integration, governance, and sec...
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Data Modeler/SQL Database Developer
$90K - $110K *
Elevate your career by providing technical support for a large SQL database, translating business needs into reliable solutions while ensuring database performance and security for critical research o...
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Join us to drive impactful data analysis that enhances product performance and operational effectiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uncover insights, develop KPIs, and translate compl...
2 weeks ago
Auditor Clinical Validation Outpatient Specialty Clinical
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Advance your career by auditing outpatient and specialty claims, ensuring coding accuracy and compliance. Leverage your clinical and coding expertise to enhance audit processes and contribute to quali...
3 weeks ago
$102K - $170K *
Accelerate progress at transforming data solutions by building production-grade assets. Leverage your expertise in data engineering and business fluency to create trusted, reusable data products that...
3 days ago
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Engage in building production-grade data solutions by transforming architectural designs into trusted data products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and governance while deli...
3 days ago
Sr. Product Data Analyst - Medicare Advantage - Remote
$91K - $163K *
Pioneer innovative data solutions that enhance Medicare Advantage programs, ensuring seamless eligibility and benefits management while collaborating with vendors, stakeholders, and technology teams t...
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Document Control Specialist - Remote, US
$88K - $154K *
Transform document management processes by overseeing workflows, tracking, and compliance for critical projects. Leverage your expertise to enhance efficiency and ensure accurate record retention whil...
1 week ago
Quality Control, Validation Lead
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Join a team that's shaping the future of Quality Control laboratories by providing technical oversight for startup, validation, and compliance across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring operational...
1 week ago
Sales Director, Data Solutions
$150K - $180K *
Champion the development of a high-growth data solutions business, driving revenue, client engagement, and team leadership, while shaping product direction in a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$140K - $270K *
Lead the charge in transforming healthcare workflows with AI solutions, optimizing performance, and collaborating across teams to create scalable systems that enhance clinical and revenue outcomes...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $126K *
Lead high-value proposal pursuits, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver compliant, persuasive responses. Utilize AI tools and project management skills to enhance win rates while mentoring j...
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Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist
$109K - $185K *
Empower innovation in diabetes care by navigating regulatory pathways for cutting-edge medical devices, collaborating globally to ensure compliance and product success while impacting lives positively...
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Data Architect - EPIC VBPM and Population Health
$120K - $140K *
Unlock potential by spearheading data architecture in population health, leveraging your mastery of EPIC VBPM, complex data modeling, and healthcare analytics to drive impactful solutions and enhance...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's transforming client experiences by leading complex ERP implementations. You will manage diverse cross-functional teams, oversee project scopes and budgets, and cultivate strong clie...
3 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.