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.
$135K - $160K *
Champion innovative solutions by advising top financial institutions on identity verification and fraud prevention. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless client experiences and drive produ...
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Technical Implementation Specialist II (HL7/DICOM/SQL)
$75K - $100K *
Lead the charge in delivering complex technical implementations for healthcare IT solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to design workflows, configure systems, and guide clients through go-lives...
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Shape the future of healthcare by driving risk adjustment solutions that enhance interoperability, improve documentation accuracy, and ensure compliance across Medicare, Medicaid, and ACA programs thr...
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Join us to lead product strategy and development, driving innovation and performance in healthcare solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to align business needs with customer expectations and ensu...
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$95K - $115K *
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Regulatory Strategy Senior Associate
$95K - $115K *
Champion regulatory strategy initiatives to advance patient treatments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop regulatory pathways, support agency engagement, and ensure compliance, all wh...
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Construction Defect Senior Technical Specialist
$94K - $155K *
Empower your career by managing complex construction defect claims, ensuring timely resolutions, and mentoring team members. Leverage your expertise to foster relationships and navigate high-stakes ne...
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Senior Manager, In-Vitro Diagnostics/Precision Medicine Quality
$132K - $178K *
Champion quality in In-Vitro Diagnostics and Companion Diagnostics. Lead proactive strategies, ensuring compliance in clinical trials while collaborating with partners to enhance precision medicine in...
2 weeks ago
Clinical Applications Specialist, Contrast Media Delivery Solutions
$100K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical support through technical expertise and customer training. Drive product demonstrations and ensure customer satisfaction while collaborating with sal...
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Clinical Data Reviewer (Canada or US) Oncology
$80K - $145K *
Shape the future of clinical research by conducting in-depth data reviews for oncology trials, ensuring data integrity and readiness for critical milestones while collaborating with cross-functional t...
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Program Manager, Medical Communications
$70K - $105K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project execution and operational excellence in medical communications. Leverage your project management skills to ensure timely delivery and high-qual...
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Hospital Coding Quality Integrity Analyst - Inpatient
$73K - $110K *
Elevate your career by ensuring coding accuracy and compliance in a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance documentation quality and drive improvements in coding practices w...
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Data Analyst - Generative AI Platform Power User
$86K - $138K *
Unlock potential by leveraging AI tools to produce high-quality analytical insights. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance workflows and drive mission success through innovative data analysis and...
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Senior Manager, Credentialing & Provider Data Analytics
$87K - $157K *
Pioneer processes in credentialing and provider data management while leading a technical team. Oversee system updates, compliance, and training initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and suppo...
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Telecomm Quality Specialist - Northeast
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's committed to delivering top-notch quality in telecom, cable, and data-center installations. As a remote Quality Specialist, you'll enhance standards through field audits and collabo...
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$65K - $96K *
Empower compliance processes by preparing complex government filings, mentoring team members, and ensuring accuracy, while maintaining high service standards and developing knowledge of intricate comp...
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$105K - $160K *
Unlock potential by designing and deploying AI solutions that enhance customer success, ensuring seamless engagement and operational efficiency throughout the AI lifecycle from concept to improvement...
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Clinical Curation Scientist- Genetic Counselor
$61K - $122K *
Transform clinical genetic curation by collaborating cross-functionally to enhance genomic testing, ensuring compliance with guidelines while supporting innovative health initiatives and improving pat...
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$85K - $110K *
Unlock potential by redefining data strategies to elevate product growth. As a key analytics partner, you’ll shape decision-making by leveraging insights and KPIs, contributing to high-impact initiati...
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$80K - $95K *
Support project management by coordinating study documentation, mentoring team members, and ensuring compliance. Leverage expertise in clinical research to enhance study start-up and execution, while...
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$80K - $100K *
Transform data into actionable insights, empowering operational leaders to enhance client performance and uncover strategic opportunities across diverse datasets and analytical challenges...
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Regulatory Affairs Consultant - Regulatory Generalist
$100K - $120K *
Take ownership of regulatory support for pharmaceutical programs, managing IND and NDA submissions, health authority interactions, and lifecycle maintenance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $114K *
Transform data systems and pipelines to empower AI/ML applications, collaborating with technical teams to enhance mission-critical operations and ensure data quality across the Navy IT ecosystem...
1 week ago
$94K - $130K *
Drive operational excellence by coordinating cross-functional processes, ensuring governance, and optimizing workflows to enhance efficiency and stakeholder experience across the enterprise...
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Payment Integrity Clinical Readmission Manager
$73K - $125K *
Transform clinical review processes by conducting thorough prepayment and post-payment assessments of inpatient admissions. Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance, support appeals, and enhance q...
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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.