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.
Director, Process & Operations Management, Medical and Scientific Affairs (MSA)
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Senior Director, Head of Enterprise Clinical AI & Technology - Remote - The Cigna Group
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Join a team that leads the charge in advancing clinical AI and technology, shaping solutions that enhance clinician experience and patient outcomes while navigating complex healthcare environments...
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Marketing Campaign Manager, Life Sciences
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Accelerate your career by managing integrated marketing campaigns that drive engagement and pipeline growth in the healthcare sector. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless execution and optimize...
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Associate Director, Data Engineering Lead
$152K - $283K *
Lead the development of high-quality, compliant data engineering practices that enhance enterprise data governance and accelerate data-driven decision-making for improved patient outcomes across the o...
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Senior Director, Commercial Data & Analytics
$190K - $210K *
Unlock data-driven insights as a hybrid leader, balancing hands-on analytics with high-level client strategy. Drive impactful initiatives and foster cross-functional collaboration to deliver valuable...
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Revenue Cycle Managed Services - Utilization Management (UM) / Utilization Review (UR) Lead
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Lead the charge in optimizing utilization management operations, enhancing efficiency, and driving performance improvements. Collaborate with clinical and operational teams to ensure timely reviews an...
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Drive business process improvement by analyzing and redesigning workflows, leveraging strong communication and analytical skills to support federal budget processes and enhance operational efficiency...
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Drive strategic enhancements in distribution channels, leveraging data insights and partnerships to maximize sales and compliance. Lead cross-functional teams to innovate and elevate the company's mar...
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Empower your career by partnering with sales to deliver expert product solutions. Drive customer engagement through demonstrations and support, while managing relationships and inventory for retrofit...
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Join a team that's redefining scientific data management in drug discovery. Lead the scientific data team, bridging scientists and engineers to ensure data integrity, quality, and innovative solutions...
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Join a dynamic team to enhance patient care through quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to analyze data, implement best practices, and ensure compliance with reg...
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Director, Enrollment Operations(Duals Special Needs Enrollment Experience Required)
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Drive optimal enrollment operations through strategic leadership, overseeing member lifecycle processes, compliance, and data integrity while managing vendor partnerships and operational transformatio...
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Join the charge in supporting our enterprise IT environment by managing user identities, deploying applications, and troubleshooting complex issues across hybrid infrastructures. Leverage your experti...
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Procurement Compliance Analyst/Specialist
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Empower compliance excellence by reviewing procurement documents and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Collaborate with teams to compile reports and streamline operational processes with a f...
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Champion the implementation and support of Epic Beaker applications, ensuring effective system design, user experience, and problem resolution while managing projects and enhancing end-user engagement...
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Senior Data Analyst, Network Optimization
$110K - $130K *
Elevate data-driven decision-making by analyzing clinician networks to optimize patient care. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and improve healthcare outcomes...
2 days ago
Senior Business Development Specialist
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Optimize business operations by providing strategic project support to senior leadership, enhancing recruitment processes, and analyzing market data to drive informed decision-making and improve captu...
Yesterday
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Lead the charge in driving enterprise growth within healthcare by building relationships with national and regional health plans. Own new logo acquisition and expansion, leveraging a robust support sy...
3 days ago
Software Engineer, Data Integration
$110K - $130K *
Transform healthcare by engineering seamless data integrations between complex EHR systems and our innovative platform. Empower clinicians with actionable insights to enhance patient care and outcomes...
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Senior Manager - Complaint & Appeals
$67K - $149K *
Empower a high-performing team to manage complaints and appeals, ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead policy development and operational oversight to enhance service quality and drive organizati...
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Quality Management Nurse Consultant
$66K - $142K *
Drive quality improvement initiatives that enhance healthcare services and outcomes. Collaborate across teams to analyze performance metrics and implement best practices, ensuring compliance with regu...
Reposted 4 days ago
Director of Sales - QualityOne North America
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Lead a high-performing sales team to drive enterprise eQMS solutions, achieving revenue targets and fostering strategic relationships across multiple industries. Ensure pipeline growth and effective s...
6 days 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?
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