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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 *

Shape the future of quality assurance by leading strategic initiatives and fostering a proactive culture. Drive compliance and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment, collaborating across tea...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $112K *

Drive impactful financial and operational analysis to enhance performance. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor junior analysts, and present insights that inform strategic decisions across the organi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $120K *

Advance quality improvement initiatives across a clinically integrated network, leading a team to enhance clinical outcomes, patient experience, and performance in value-based care programs through da...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure product quality through inspection, testing, and compliance. Lead initiatives to analyze nonconformities, drive corrective actions, and collaborate with cross-functional...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $105K *

Unlock potential by driving product quality in the medical device sector. Collaborate with development teams to implement robust quality systems, ensuring compliance and excellence in life-saving prod...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Optimize data pipelines and storage systems to ensure seamless, secure data flow across SaaS products. Collaborate with teams to design and maintain high-performance databases, enhancing reporting cap...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $114K *

Shape the future of data engineering by building and optimizing reliable data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data systems, ensuring quality and scalability while leverag...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $159K *

Inspire excellence in clinical documentation by leading a team of specialists, ensuring quality assurance, and fostering professional development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $159K *

Lead the charge in enhancing clinical documentation integrity by supervising staff, conducting quality reviews, and fostering professional development. Collaborate with teams to implement effective st...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Lead the implementation and management of quality control programs for construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards and facilitating effective communication among teams to deliver success...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by transforming data into actionable insights through developing KPIs, dashboards, and reporting solutions. Collaborate with executives to enhance decision-making and drive data-drive...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare analytics by leveraging your expertise to build applications, implement features, and enhance system interactions within a collaborative Agile team environment. Drive in...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining scalable data architectures, optimizing ETL pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and system reliability in a d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion data-driven solutions as a seasoned Data Engineer, leveraging 10+ years of expertise in Databricks and SQL to analyze requirements, generate reports, and optimize data processes while collabo...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Architect data solutions by leveraging 10+ years of experience in Databricks and SQL. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements, generate reports, and troubleshoot discrepancies, ensuring...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive process improvements in sales operations by enhancing efficiency and productivity. Collaborate across teams to identify and solve bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and leverage data systems to...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$179K - $204K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data solutions by designing and implementing robust cloud data architectures. Collaborate with experts to drive innovation and empower users through scalable...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$178K - $205K *

Redefine pharmacy practices by leveraging drug market insights, guiding clinical decisions, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and cost-effectiveness while ensuring compli...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$92K - $110K *

Champion quality and safety initiatives by leading teams, implementing data-driven strategies, and enhancing patient care through effective project management and collaboration with clinical staff and...

2 weeks ago

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

$72K - $115K *

Analyze and resolve complex medical coding issues, ensuring compliance and accuracy in claims. Lead audits, develop training, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes and drive improveme...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$61K - $141K *

Champion data-driven solutions by developing scalable pipelines and platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform disparate data into actionable insights, supporting critical mission...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to impactful SaaS implementations, guiding clients through setup, data migration, and training while leading complex projects to success across municipal government sectors...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform quality assurance in large-scale construction projects by overseeing compliance with standards, conducting inspections, and coordinating with teams to ensure safety and regulatory adherence...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $134K *

Unlock potential by leading data governance efforts that ensure data accuracy and integrity across systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to refine data standards, drive remediation initiatives, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $135K *

Elevate quality assurance practices by developing automated tests, validating integrations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery across web, API, and AI-enabled a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.