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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$100K - $120K *

Explore your potential as a Data Engineer, building scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric and Azure. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality data solutions that enhance enterprise repo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $145K *

Unlock potential by managing data projects that enhance quality assurance for aerospace clients. Collaborate across departments to ensure project success, leveraging analytical skills and technical ex...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $141K *

Champion quality assurance processes and validate software capabilities through manual and automated testing to ensure reliability, security, and compliance for a large-scale agile software developmen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $120K *

Analyze and enhance quality measures impacting Medicare Stars and HEDIS. Collaborate with leadership to drive performance improvement initiatives, manage project deliverables, and present insights to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive business transformation by gathering requirements, supporting UAT, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance alternative investment solutions. Leverage your analytical skills to ensure qual...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $234K *

Unlock enterprise quality data insights by leading integration, analytics, and project management initiatives. Drive accountability and continuous improvement across manufacturing facilities to enhanc...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Support quality control testing in a GMP lab, ensuring compliance and accuracy in analytical methods. Collaborate with team members to maintain equipment, manage samples, and document results, contrib...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $258K *

Lead global quality initiatives by managing nonconformance, investigation, and CAPA processes. Collaborate with diverse teams, drive compliance, and enhance quality systems across Abbott's operations...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $258K *

Shape the future of quality management by leading global initiatives in nonconformance and CAPA processes. Collaborate with teams across Abbott to enhance quality systems, ensuring compliance with ind...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality through comprehensive verification and validation. Lead the development of test strategies and drive compliance with regulatory standards whil...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $158K *

Drive software quality assurance by leading verification and validation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies, ensure compliance, and enhance product quality throu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of pipeline inspection by enhancing models for detection, classification, and regression. Collaborate across teams to drive innovative solutions and uphold quality, impacting the indu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $126K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading program development initiatives, enhancing clinical and operational quality while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive efficiency and support cont...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading quality improvement initiatives for engine and thermal systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze warranty data, develop solutions, and enhance product rel...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $175K *

Lead the strategic direction and implementation of quality assurance and control processes across various projects, ensuring compliance, risk management, and improvement in construction quality standa...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Empower our genomic testing operations by ensuring accurate patient and billing information is collected and maintained. Serve as a vital liaison among patients, physicians, and lab staff to facilitat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving technical integration and validation for Ambient AI Scribe initiatives. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance workflows, troubleshoot issues, and ensure operational re...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $116K *

Champion innovative medical policy solutions by analyzing data, ensuring quality, and collaborating across clinical operations. Drive enhancements in payment policy management while supporting diverse...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $141K *

Partner with us to ensure product quality and compliance in aerospace manufacturing. Utilize advanced quality tools, lead root cause analysis, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $143K *

Unlock potential by ensuring enterprise data integrity and governance. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain data quality, meet compliance standards, and implement master data solutions that drive...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $119K *

Analyze complex data to deliver actionable insights that drive strategic decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop scalable reporting solutions and enhance business intelligence capabilities...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $115K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team where you will design, develop, and execute automated testing solutions for ETL processes and APIs, ensuring data quality across cloud-based platforms and co...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $225K *

Drive security governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, enhancing client trust and audit readiness. Collaborate with teams to mature enterprise risk programs and ensure adherence to industry stan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $225K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our security governance, risk, and compliance program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, manage audits, and mature enterprise risk initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Join our team to lead Quality Assurance efforts, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while supporting clinical and manufacturing operations. Drive quality initiatives and mentor a dedicated...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.