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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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$110K - $130K *

Drive quality excellence by leading complex initiatives in Quality Operations, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across manufacturing processes while mentoring professionals and influenci...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality excellence by leading complex investigations and initiatives, driving systemic improvements, and ensuring compliance across operations. Mentor teams while influencing stakeholders to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $87K *

Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing patient care quality through effective documentation review, staff mentorship, and performance improvement initiatives that ensure compliance with healthcare...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Salesforce QA Tester, focusing on ensuring application quality and reliability through robust testing methodologies. Collaborate with stakeholders to align testing with busine...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading complex testing initiatives to ensure quality and performance of digital solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate testing into delivery plans while m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $151K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in Ac-225 production. As a Quality Assurance Specialist, you'll oversee compliance with GMP and regulatory standards, supporting a multidisciplinary te...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in ensuring the quality and reliability of our SaaS cardiac device management platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute comprehensive testing and advocate for seamle...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Elevate data management strategies by leading the design and governance of enterprise data ecosystems. Drive innovation through advanced tools, ensuring data integrity and compliance while collaborati...

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion the design and governance of enterprise data ecosystems, driving data management strategies and ensuring compliance. Lead teams in implementing advanced tools for scalable, secure data soluti...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality excellence across multiple manufacturing plants by setting standards, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001. Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $187K *

Unlock your potential by leading global quality compliance initiatives, coordinating audits, training programs, and ensuring regulatory adherence to safeguard product integrity and drive organizationa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform the quality landscape in software development by leading a robust Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering modern engineering practices for he...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the highest quality and safety standards for medical devices post-commercialization. Drive compliance, process improvements, and risk management while collabor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring the quality and compliance of laboratory equipment in a fast-paced environment. You'll execute qualification activities while adhering to stringent cGMP regula...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$141K - $231K *

Advance enterprise data governance by managing operations, developing policies, and leading teams to ensure data quality and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance governance maturity an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Drive enterprise data governance initiatives, enhancing data quality and stewardship. Lead a team to implement policies and standards, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency while fostering co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $208K *

Optimize enterprise data governance operations, leading teams to enhance data quality, stewardship, and compliance. Drive strategic initiatives while fostering collaboration across technical and busin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Empower a team that's driving enterprise data governance initiatives. Lead operations, develop policies, and enhance data stewardship across the organization while ensuring compliance and fostering co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Innovate enterprise data governance operations, enhancing data stewardship, quality, and compliance. Lead teams to implement policies and drive strategic initiatives, ensuring AI-ready data understand...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by transforming complex marketing insights into actionable recommendations. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance reporting solutions and drive campaign su...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $193K *

Champion the evaluation and governance of AI in clinical settings, ensuring rigorous testing and documentation of AI solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate complex data into...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $107K *

Shape the future of business processes by analyzing effectiveness and implementing measurable improvements. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety and productivity, while influencing departmental st...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $116K *

Join a dynamic team to manage client data acquisition, quality assurance, and analytics delivery while fostering strong client relationships across diverse projects in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming data into action for national security. Design, build, and maintain robust data platforms and scalable ETL/ELT pipelines within a collaborative, Agile environment to em...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading quality systems and compliance initiatives in a regulated environment. Support product delivery while managing a team to uphold standards and drive continuous improvement a...

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  •   5 - 7 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.