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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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$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate sales performance by designing and optimizing enablement programs that empower global go-to-market teams. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance methodologies, drive measurabl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of data integrity by ensuring compliance with ALCOA+ attributes. Collaborate cross-functionally to assess risks, implement policies, and enhance product quality and patient safety...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing quality control management for complex healthcare construction projects, ensuring compliance with stringent regulations and standards while mentoring teams and coordinati...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$72K - $108K *

Lead key documentation for mission-critical systems, ensuring timely release and management oversight. Collaborate effectively within teams and maintain high accuracy in a fast-paced environment, enha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Optimize quality management systems by ensuring compliance and enhancing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and support audits, while managing document...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $115K *

Lead and enhance Quality Control operations for molecular biology reagents, ensuring compliance and efficiency in an ISO 13485 environment. Drive investigations, support product release, and foster a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Lead the development of measurement strategies for AI healthcare products, partnering with executives to drive product strategy and quantify impact. Navigate complex challenges to influence decisions...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by developing and maintaining clear technical documentation for complex IT systems. Collaborate with engineers and SMEs to ensure accuracy and compliance while enhancing usability...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Unlock your potential as you design enterprise-level data solutions that drive strategic decision-making. Lead complex data architectures, optimize reporting, and mentor fellow experts to enhance orga...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion process validation and quality assurance in medical device manufacturing. Leverage your expertise in IQ, OQ, and PQ to ensure compliance with FDA and ISO standards while driving continuous im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.