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.
Specialist I, Document Control
$129K - $156K *
Shape the future of GMP Document Control by managing end-to-end governance, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving continuous improvement in documentation and records management pr...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$165K - $185K *
Transform healthcare data integration by ensuring compliance, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with teams and clients to optimize processes and enhance relationships, driving operational success i...
2 weeks ago
Data Migration & Conversion Specialist
$75K - $158K *
Shape the future of federal HR modernization by leading data migration from legacy systems to Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM. Drive data accuracy and integrity while supporting multiple agencies with scalabl...
Reposted 1 week ago
$59K - $169K *
Partner with us to deliver innovative data and AI solutions on GCP. Leverage your expertise in data engineering and analytics to build pipelines, support ML development, and collaborate with clients f...
3 days ago
$114K - $252K *
Engineer the future of data with a leadership role in developing cloud-based data platforms. Oversee data integration and migration for enhanced national security operations, alongside guiding a team...
Reposted 1 week ago
$114K - $252K *
Drive the development of advanced data pipelines in a cloud environment to centralize and govern critical data for national security operations. Lead a team in migrating legacy systems to modern solut...
4 weeks ago
$114K - $252K *
Champion the development of an enterprise data platform critical to national security. Lead a team in architecting cloud-based data pipelines, overseeing migrations, and ensuring data governance to en...
4 weeks ago
Solution Operations Associate Director
$86K - $239K *
Lead the charge in translating product strategy into scalable operational processes, ensuring alignment across teams and enhancing client service delivery through continuous improvement and effective...
1 week ago
Solution Operations Associate Director
$86K - $239K *
Shape operational excellence by translating product strategy into scalable processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance client delivery, drive continuous improvement, and ensure alignment in service...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Reimagine your career by leading Quality Management & Compliance Systems. Drive continuous improvement, develop a high-impact team, and ensure compliance while fostering a positive work culture in a d...
1 week ago
Manager, Quality & Process Improvement
$90K - $110K *
Lead quality assurance initiatives and process improvements to enhance operational performance and customer experience across multiple functions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement s...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform quality assurance processes by leading a comprehensive program that ensures compliance with customer and regulatory standards, while enhancing production reliability and safety across aircra...
Yesterday
Screening Solutions Specialist
$61K - $122K *
Champion innovative cancer screening solutions by partnering with healthcare providers to enhance patient care and drive business growth through strategic account management and collaboration in the P...
Today
Lead Data Migration Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by enhancing data migration processes through automation and collaboration. Utilize advanced tools to streamline client onboarding, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while adapting to...
Today
$88K - $105K *
Shape the future of customer quality by leading issue resolution, driving improvements, and advocating for customer needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and satisf...
6 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Drive the successful implementation of our Teller platform by configuring solutions to meet client needs, ensuring quality assurance, and facilitating client training. Your expertise will help local g...
Reposted yesterday
Quality Assurance Commercialization Specialist
$69K - $96K *
Join a dynamic team to implement and maintain product formulas and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to launch new products while enhancing qual...
1 week ago
Medicare Advantage Quality Consultant - CPA Market
$80K - $95K *
Collaborate with primary care providers to enhance performance in Medicare STARS, Medicaid HEDIS, and risk revenue streams. Utilize data analytics to drive strategic plans ensuring cost control and ef...
3 weeks ago
$117K - $161K *
Elevate your career by designing and optimizing scalable data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex data into actionable insights, ensuring high standards of quality...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Discover impactful opportunities in biopharmaceutical C&Q activities. Collaborate on system validation, execute testing protocols, and drive operational excellence in a dynamic environment that foster...
3 weeks ago
Manufacturing Quality Supervisor
$104K - $114K *
Make your mark by leading a quality team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive improvements in quality metrics, oversee compliance, and implement effective solutions to enhance production proc...
Today
Senior DME Compliance & Accreditation Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Unlock compliance excellence by leading Medicare audit readiness and accreditation efforts. Drive documentation management, coordinate site visits, and ensure ongoing adherence to DMEPOS standards in...
Yesterday
$120K - $160K *
Unlock insights by leveraging advanced analytics to develop models, algorithms, and simulations. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance data-driven solutions across multiple domains, driving impac...
3 days ago
$110K - $135K *
Unlock potential by leveraging advanced analytics to develop and implement data models, algorithms, and simulations, enhancing decision-making across multiple domains while collaborating with a dynami...
3 days ago
PROGRAM COORDINATOR QUALITY ASSURANCE
$105K - $160K *
Transform community safety and wellbeing by leading quality assurance initiatives, developing policies, and enhancing service delivery through effective training and continuous improvement programs ac...
3 days 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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