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.
Specialist, Quality Engineering
$80K - $95K *
Join our team to ensure product and process quality in aerospace engineering. You'll develop quality standards, support program planning, and lead nonconformance analysis, driving compliance and excel...
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Specialist, Quality Engineering
$96K - $178K *
Engage in quality engineering by collaborating with suppliers to ensure compliance with standards, driving improvements, and resolving issues. Contribute to a culture of excellence and customer satisf...
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$115K - $130K *
Lead the charge in ensuring AI agent quality through innovative evals, regression tracking, and automated testing. Collaborate with teams to maintain product integrity and enhance performance, driving...
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QA Officer CRO/Senior QA Officer (QA Specialist Bioanalytics)
$75K - $90K *
Engage in quality assurance excellence by conducting audits, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold regulatory standards and enhance project delivery in a dynamic...
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$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading data analytics initiatives to drive insights and support decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop reports and visualizations, guiding a team of analysts in...
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Quality Assurance Validation Specialist
$62K - $128K *
Elevate quality assurance standards by validating laboratory and analytical equipment in a cutting-edge biologics facility, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting manufacturin...
6 days ago
Clinical Specialist - Government Accounts
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical training and education across healthcare settings. Lead innovative training initiatives, collaborate with professionals, and drive product adoption t...
2 weeks ago
Clinical Specialist - Government Accounts
$80K - $95K *
Transform clinical training and standardization for healthcare solutions, delivering immersive education across various settings. Collaborate with teams to enhance product adoption and improve patient...
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Clinical Specialist - Government Accounts
$80K - $95K *
Elevate healthcare training by leading innovative education programs for clinical staff while ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance, enhancing patient outcomes across diverse settings wi...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Specialist - Government Accounts
$90K - $110K *
Lead the evolution of clinical training for innovative healthcare solutions, ensuring effective education delivery across various platforms. Engage with healthcare professionals to improve patient car...
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Clinical Specialist - Government Accounts
$80K - $95K *
Transform healthcare education by leading clinical training across VA and DoD settings. Utilize innovative tools to deliver engaging training, assess clinical workflows, and enhance product adoption w...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Specialist - Government Accounts
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's redefining clinical education by leading training and standardization for healthcare professionals. Deliver immersive, tech-driven learning experiences while fostering best practice...
3 weeks ago
Technical Specialist, Design Quality, Craftsmanship
$166K - $244K *
Shape design quality activities by supporting appearance approval processes, ensuring standards for customer-facing parts, and collaborating with suppliers and engineering teams for visual and dimensi...
3 weeks ago
Technical Specialist, Design Quality, Craftsmanship
$166K - $244K *
Transform quality assurance in automotive design by overseeing appearance approvals, managing part assessments, and mentoring team members while driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve excel...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Specialist - Government Accounts
$80K - $95K *
Transform patient care education by leading training initiatives for innovative medical solutions. Collaborate with healthcare professionals and leverage advanced tools to enhance clinical protocols a...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Specialist - Government Accounts
$85K - $100K *
Join a team that leads clinical training and standardization for innovative healthcare solutions. Deliver immersive education and support product integration across healthcare settings while driving a...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive quality excellence by leading the end-to-end quality system, transforming it into a proactive, data-driven function that partners with customers and internal teams to enhance AI-native workflows...
2 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Empower a proactive quality culture by leading the design and implementation of AI-driven quality systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency through...
2 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Pioneer a proactive quality management system, transforming quality into a data-driven partner for customers and teams. Lead the design of AI agents, oversee audits, and drive continuous improvement a...
2 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive quality excellence by leading a proactive, data-driven quality system. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI workflows, manage audits, and ensure compliance while developing a high-performing Q...
2 days ago
Clinical Policy & Gov't Programs Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Empower your career by supporting regulatory compliance and policy alignment. Leverage your clinical expertise to ensure accurate claim-edit configurations and provide trusted guidance to health plan...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing the end-to-end complaint-handling system, overseeing daily operations and staff in a medical kitting environment. Drive quality improvements and ensure compliance with regu...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Redefine quality management by leading complaint resolution and overseeing production operations. Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance in a dynamic medical device environment while manag...
2 weeks ago
$77K - $91K *
Join us to troubleshoot and resolve customer-reported issues in tax software. Collaborate with engineering to ensure precise documentation and swift fixes, all while supporting tax firms during their...
2 days ago
Director of Quality Management (RN) | Waterbury Rehab
$100K - $151K *
Transform patient care by leading quality management initiatives in a new rehabilitation hospital. Drive operational excellence and foster a culture of safety while collaborating with medical staff an...
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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?
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