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.
$140K - $180K *
Lead quality control initiatives for large-scale DoD construction projects, managing teams and processes to ensure compliance and excellence. Foster a collaborative environment while leveraging indust...
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Senior Product Manager - Data & Quality
$220K - $260K *
Oversee the development of AI/ML-driven product strategies, enhancing data systems and workflows. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize data pipelines and improve product quality, ensuring effici...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding privacy and compliance. As a Senior Privacy Analyst, you will manage privacy-sensitive requests, conduct risk assessments, and support the development of o...
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Data Engineer - Healthcare Reporting
$95K - $115K *
Partner with us to enhance clinical data management and reporting solutions. Collaborate with teams to develop high-quality data sources for our analytics platform, ensuring effective integration of h...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Advance data-driven initiatives by leading AI integration and predictive modeling efforts, ensuring data integrity and actionable insights for mission-critical operations within a collaborative enviro...
1 week ago
Director of Quality and Compliance
$95K - $115K *
Lead strategic initiatives in quality management and compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making across t...
6 days ago
Regulatory Affairs Specialist II (hybrid)
$80K - $95K *
Advance regulatory strategies for medical devices, managing submissions and ensuring compliance throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate with project teams and regulatory bodies on 510(k)s, PMAs...
3 weeks ago
Regulatory Affairs Specialist II (hybrid)
$80K - $95K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to drive regulatory strategies and submissions for medical devices while ensuring compliance through the product lifecycle, including ongoing collaboration with dome...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $145K *
Shape the future of data engineering by designing and maintaining robust data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data workflows, ensuring quality and reliability for critic...
2 weeks ago
Data Center Quality Control Director
$135K - $175K *
Transform the future of quality assurance by leading comprehensive quality control initiatives across projects, ensuring high standards and continuous improvements while facilitating collaboration amo...
3 weeks ago
Enterprise Data Governance Lead
$88K - $94K *
Help shape data governance by developing frameworks and policies that enhance data quality and compliance. Collaborate across departments to promote responsible data use and drive informed decision-ma...
1 week ago
$190K - $215K *
Unlock potential by leading enterprise data governance initiatives, developing frameworks and policy guidelines while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance data quality, security, and compliance...
3 weeks ago
Quality Assurance Consultant Senior
$95K - $115K *
Manage the quality assurance process for software development, ensuring compliance with standards and enhancing software testing practices throughout all phases of the software lifecycle. Lead evaluat...
3 weeks ago
Quality Systems & Compliance Specialist
$88K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance Quality Management Systems, ensuring compliance and supporting inspection readiness. Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain effective quality processes in a regulate...
2 weeks ago
$61K - $122K *
Champion quality assurance in cancer diagnostics by overseeing manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across operations. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...
2 days ago
$92K - $149K *
Unlock your potential as a Quality Assurance Manager, overseeing compliance and quality functions. Drive continuous improvement, manage audits, and lead a team to ensure regulatory adherence and opera...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to upholding quality standards and compliance. Lead quality assurance processes, engage in continuous improvement, and manage regulatory audits to ensure exceptional produ...
3 weeks ago
Account Manager (Solutions Management/ Direct Marketing Campaigns)
$95K - $130K *
Drive client engagement and strategic initiatives with top accounts, ensuring successful execution of deliverables and fostering strong partnerships. Lead a team to enhance marketing results through d...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving analytics for Customer Success and Operations. Shape metrics, reports, and dashboards to enhance decision-making and performance, directly influencing retention and scalabil...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Data Engineer (AI Engineering)
$130K - $174K *
Transform the future of data engineering by building scalable data pipelines and AI solutions on Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and drive busi...
1 week ago
$80K - $90K *
Transform client relationships by managing the transaction lifecycle, ensuring customer satisfaction, and collaborating with internal teams to drive profitability and service excellence. Leverage your...
2 weeks ago
Associate Director, Data Engineer
$99K - $142K *
Innovate enterprise-grade data platforms by designing, building, and operating reliable cloud solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data accessibility and quality, while enabling advance...
2 weeks ago
Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
$90K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality by developing and executing comprehensive tests. Collaborate with peers to enhance testing methodologies and mentor teammates in a dynamic and...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's transforming data operations in the Property & Casualty insurance sector. Leverage your expertise in Oracle PL/SQL, Databricks, and reporting tools to enhance data accuracy and syst...
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$100K - $120K *
Champion quality excellence by leading comprehensive audits across energy projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing operational standards through effective oversight and collaboration wit...
Reposted 1 week 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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