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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$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.