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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$95K - $130K *

Lead the charge in clinical trial monitoring, ensuring compliance and quality through oversight, guidance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance site performance and study execution...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $135K *

Shape the future of clinical trials by leading site monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive quality and efficiency in trial execution while mentoring j...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Elevate clinical trial success by overseeing site monitoring, ensuring compliance, and providing leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address site issues, enhance recruitment, and ma...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate clinical trial success by leading site monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance to the CRA team. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and enhance s...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead clinical trial monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address site issues, manage budgets, and provide oversight. Drive successful study e...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $111K *

Unlock your potential as you remotely resolve complex Tier II incidents while empowering a Department of War agency's 13,000 users. Take ownership of issues, drive remote diagnostics, and enhance oper...

Quantico, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $181K *

Discover transformative opportunities by leading advanced analytics capabilities that drive performance and innovation in healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful data s...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of clinical trials by managing supply chain activities, ensuring timely delivery of essential materials and maintaining regulatory compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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Ontario, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $130K *

Optimize validation strategies and ensure compliance for GxP-regulated systems. Lead risk assessments, mentor junior team members, and oversee quality assurance activities throughout the system lifecy...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $145K *

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Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $138K *

Join a team that's enhancing clinical education and training for General Imaging Ultrasound, impacting patient care and workflow. Drive innovative strategies from pre-sale to post-implementation, ensu...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $193K *

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance healthcare quality assurance programs, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across detention healthcare operations nationwide...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $160K *

Champion the migration to a modern Databricks lakehouse, designing robust data pipelines and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics capabilities and set technical standards...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $202K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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Quebec, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $157K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $155K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $115K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $265K *

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Richmond, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$176K - $230K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare through data-driven solutions. As a Senior Data Scientist, you'll spearhead projects that enhance patient outcomes, leveraging your expertise to align data s...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $128K *

Join a team that's dedicated to resolving complex billing and contract cases for Mid-Market and Commercial accounts. You'll collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer satisfaction and streamli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.