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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$170K - $210K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $158K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the quality of complex data-driven applications through a blend of manual and automated testing, focusing on large datasets and data flows while collaborating...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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Memphis, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$192K - $235K *

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $265K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $193K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $139K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic account management team, driving strategic relationships with major health systems. Foster high-touch engagement, ensuring customer success and operational excellence while directly man...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $217K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

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Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality through automated testing. Collaborate with developers, execute test cases, and leverage AI tools to enhance testing processes while participa...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $189K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $154K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.