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.
Senior Document Control Specialist
$102K - $133K *
Drive excellence in document control by managing processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing accessibility of critical documentation. Collaborate cross-functionally to support quality management and...
3 weeks ago
Lead Clinical Quality Documentation Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Empower clinical excellence by leading documentation integrity initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance quality outcomes and drive strategic improvements across the organization. Utilize...
6 days ago
Sr. Operations Analytics Specialist
$78K - $156K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing operations through data-driven insights. Collaborate across functions to enhance efficiency and support strategic decision-making in Supply Chain, Manufactur...
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Sr. Operations Analytics Specialist
$78K - $156K *
Empower strategic decision-making through data analysis and insights across multiple business units. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and support company initi...
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Data Risk Specialist- 2LOD Risk Mgmt
$91K - $136K *
Engage with business leaders to implement risk management frameworks, mitigating enterprise-wide risks. Leverage extensive expertise to influence strategy and enhance operational resilience across mul...
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Data Risk Specialist- 2LOD Risk Mgmt
$91K - $136K *
Transform risk management strategies by leveraging your expertise to guide cross-functional teams, implement frameworks, and mitigate enterprise-wide risks while influencing senior stakeholders and dr...
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Data Risk Specialist- 2LOD Risk Mgmt
$91K - $136K *
Lead the charge in risk management by providing expert guidance and implementing frameworks to mitigate enterprise risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance strategies and ensure compl...
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$51K - $127K *
Empower project success by supporting project leaders in managing clinical trials, ensuring compliance with SOPs and GCP, and maintaining project documentation while fostering effective communication...
Today
$87K - $109K *
Develop and implement quality assurance strategies to enhance MRI services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and effective training acr...
1 week ago
$115K - $207K *
Drive strategic audit initiatives, oversee team performance, and ensure compliance in DRG coding. Collaborate across departments to enhance program goals and identify discrepancies, while leading a hi...
1 week ago
$115K - $207K *
Lead a high-performing team in auditing inpatient medical records, ensuring DRG accuracy and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify coding discrepancies and enhance regulatory integrit...
1 week ago
$115K - $207K *
Lead the charge in auditing inpatient medical records, ensuring compliance and accuracy in DRG assignments. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategic insights and enhance program effectiveness...
1 week ago
$115K - $207K *
Transform healthcare auditing by leading a dynamic team to ensure DRG accuracy and compliance. Drive strategic initiatives, collaborate across functions, and enhance operational efficiency while ident...
1 week ago
$115K - $207K *
Advance your career by leading a team in auditing inpatient medical records, ensuring compliance and accuracy in DRG assignments. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategic insights and enhance...
1 week ago
$115K - $207K *
Shape the future of healthcare auditing by leading a dynamic team focused on ensuring DRG accuracy and compliance. Drive strategic initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, and enhance operational...
1 week ago
$115K - $207K *
Join a team that's redefining healthcare auditing by leading a skilled group focused on DRG coding accuracy and compliance. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance methodologies, and collaborate across f...
1 week ago
$115K - $207K *
Lead the charge in auditing inpatient medical records, ensuring compliance and accuracy in DRG assignments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and enhance operation...
1 week ago
$115K - $207K *
Unlock potential by leading a high-performing team in auditing inpatient medical records, ensuring compliance and accuracy in DRG assignments while driving strategic initiatives and cross-functional c...
1 week ago
$115K - $207K *
Champion a high-performing team to audit inpatient medical records, ensuring DRG accuracy and compliance. Drive strategic audit methodologies, collaborate cross-functionally, and lead performance deve...
1 week ago
Quality Assurance Specialist - Data Center Low Voltage
$79K - $87K *
Empower project success by developing and delivering training programs for low-voltage systems. Conduct quality inspections, support teams, and drive continuous improvement to ensure adherence to stan...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead quality strategy and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and assembly. Drive hands-on quality management, ensuring compliance and performance goals are met while fostering a c...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower quality excellence by leading compliance, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple programs, ensuring effective implementation of quality management systems and customer...
2 weeks ago
Senior Specialist, Supplier Quality Development
$80K - $95K *
Elevate supplier quality by managing performance, leading audits, and resolving issues. Collaborate with teams to implement robust solutions, ensuring compliance and preventing defects in production p...
2 weeks ago
$92K - $110K *
Lead quality initiatives by managing supplier performance and ensuring compliance with project requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful product launches and maintain h...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of quality engineering by managing supplier performance, ensuring compliance with project requirements, and leading quality initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to del...
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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