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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$103K - $191K *

Lead the charge in applying advanced Quality principles across diverse projects, ensuring compliance and effective communication with teams. Drive audits, maintain records, and support project quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $120K *

Elevate quality assurance by developing and executing methodologies that ensure compliance with federal standards across Agile teams, enhancing deliverables and workflows in a dynamic environment...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality improvement across our clinics by partnering with teams to identify gaps, implement strategies, and monitor outcomes. Lead initiatives to enhance patient care, health equity, and sup...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $144K *

Pioneer quality control efforts by collaborating with engineers and contractors to ensure electrical and mechanical systems are installed per project standards, promoting adherence to safety and quali...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $99K *

Unlock your potential by developing innovative data mining solutions to enhance payment integrity across medical and dental claims. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to drive innovative practi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $113K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building secure, scalable data solutions. As a Data Engineer, you'll design and maintain data pipelines, ensuring high-quality data for analytics and business decisions...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in automotive by leading AI-driven improvements, establishing digital solutions, and managing cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and decision-making in...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $128K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by leading compliance activities, mentoring staff, and collaborating with external partners to ensure product integrity and adherence to regulatory standards in a dy...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the review of complex batch records ensuring compliance and quality excellence. Mentor junior specialists and drive continuous improvement within a regulated environment wh...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $157K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Master Data Management in Biopharma. Leverage your expertise to develop frameworks, enhance data governance, and drive strategic initiatives while collaboratin...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $157K *

Lead the development and implementation of a Master Data Management framework, ensuring data governance and quality across the Biopharma Business Unit. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data pr...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $250K *

Lead the charge in enterprise data management by developing taxonomies, ontologies, and metadata strategies that enhance data interoperability and governance. Collaborate with key stakeholders to driv...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $113K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing BI solutions, managing datasets, and creating reports and dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality and support ongoing BI...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Lead the execution and enhancement of data quality practices in Pension Services, ensuring accuracy and compliance across member administration and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's innovating data solutions by leveraging Informatica MDM. You'll optimize data integration, enhance system performance, and support critical development projects to drive company-wid...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $107K *

Transform data governance operations by driving process adoption, supporting data stewards, and enhancing governance tools. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, improve workflows, and leverage...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Champion quality excellence by leading governance and reporting initiatives, ensuring compliance and accuracy in healthcare data. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational processes and dr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring vaccine quality and safety by overseeing compliance and operational excellence in aseptic manufacturing processes. Collaborate with experts and CMOs to drive c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $122K *

Transform real property data management for the Canadian Armed Forces by leading complex projects, engaging stakeholders, and developing strategic initiatives that enhance data usability and support d...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$86K *

Optimize your career by ensuring quality assurance and customer success in software development. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experiences and streamline operations while leveraging your expe...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a Continuous Improvement team to enhance manufacturing quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction through data-driven solutions and employee development...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $96K *

Shape the future of biopharmaceutical validation by executing critical protocols, ensuring compliance, and managing projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and dri...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K *

Shape quality assurance processes by developing standards, leading audits, analyzing performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives for product and process excellence...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate quality improvements by leading ISO compliance, supplier management, and investigations, while collaborating across teams to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction through co...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $168K *

Unlock potential by developing data science solutions that preemptively identify vehicle and product-quality issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create reliable metrics, algorithms, and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.