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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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$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of clinical documentation by enhancing quality and completeness through physician education and team collaboration to ensure accurate patient records and optimize reimbursement in a d...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer the improvement of clinical documentation quality through collaboration with healthcare teams. Educate staff on documentation processes, enhance patient records, and ensure accurate clinical d...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$216K - $280K *

Optimize clinical quality outcomes by leading initiatives, managing performance metrics, and overseeing accreditation compliance across small- and medium-sized healthcare facilities. Drive operational...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Transform clinical compliance by ensuring alignment with healthcare regulations. This role offers a pathway to senior leadership, focusing on auditing, documentation quality, and risk assessment while...

6 days ago

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

$74K - $107K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance quality processes, drive improvements, and support manufacturing launches. Utilize your expertise in root cause analysis and problem-solving to ensure product excellence...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to elevate quality assurance in data center construction. Collaborate with senior QA/QC personnel to ensure compliance with industry standards, perform inspections, and document non-conf...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $115K *

Optimize client relationships by managing projects and ensuring service excellence. Act as the key liaison between clients and production teams, driving satisfaction through proactive communication an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$182K - $212K *

Lead quality assurance efforts in rolling stock engineering, overseeing vehicle procurement and rebuilds. Collaborate with teams to ensure high standards and timely delivery while supervising inspecti...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives for new product development, overseeing a team of Design Quality Engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulations and enhanc...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead data analysis and reporting for quality improvement projects. Utilize advanced statistical techniques and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and enhance hea...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$62K - $141K *

Empower quality assurance excellence by leading innovative solutions and mentoring teams. Drive product integrity through advanced technical expertise and strategic process improvements in a dynamic f...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $198K *

Contribute to excellence in software quality assurance by leading testing initiatives, developing comprehensive test plans, and collaborating closely with development teams to enhance user experience...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $188K *

Elevate your career by managing regulatory activities for combination devices and pharmaceuticals. Leverage your expertise to lead submissions, ensure compliance, and collaborate across teams to drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $188K *

Lead regulatory activities for combination devices and pharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with FDA and global standards. Collaborate across teams to manage submissions and maintain strong relationsh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $188K *

Transform regulatory strategies for combination devices and pharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with FDA and global standards. Lead complex submissions and collaborate across teams to drive successfu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $265K *

Lead the charge in shaping configuration management strategies across diverse IT landscapes, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency while ensuring robust data integrity and risk assessment pr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $109K *

Transform data quality initiatives by analyzing complex datasets, documenting requirements, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with T-MSIS standards. Drive...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $236K *

Manage and lead a data analytics team to enhance Risk Adjustment programs, utilizing advanced analytics for actionable insights and improved outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategic...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Engage with project teams to lead commissioning and qualification efforts in a biopharmaceutical facility, ensuring compliance and operational excellence through skilled execution and documentation of...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic QA team to enhance quality standards across diverse tech products, including cloud, mobile, and IoT. Drive testing strategies and ensure reliable releases while fostering a culture of c...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $92K *

Join a dynamic team to implement and oversee quality assurance protocols in forensic laboratories, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards while supporting continuous improvement and effectiv...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $181K *

Join a skilled team as a Senior Database Engineer, leading innovative database architectures, optimizing performance for critical applications, and ensuring security compliance in a collaborative Agil...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Elevate quality standards by conducting analytical testing in a GMP environment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance and excellence in documentation and testing for clinical and comme...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$62K - $139K *

Champion data integrity by designing and executing comprehensive test plans for ETL processes and large-scale data platforms, ensuring quality and accuracy across systems while collaborating in an Agi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide data and AI governance initiatives. Drive strategic frameworks, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of responsible data use while enhancing analytics ca...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.