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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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$95K - $115K *

Elevate quality standards by leading Quality Control and Assurance initiatives. Oversee compliance, training, and process execution while fostering team development and ensuring product integrity in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by leading comprehensive compliance initiatives, managing diverse teams, and implementing effective corrective actions to enhance operational standards across pharma...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Elevate our quality engineering practices by driving automation and in-sprint testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, reduce defects, and optimize testing processe...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $220K *

Champion compliance excellence by driving SOC 2 Type II readiness and automating security policies. Collaborate across teams to integrate compliance seamlessly into development, ensuring operational e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Support pharmaceutical clients by enhancing aseptic operations and compliance. Leverage expertise in cGMP regulations to identify performance gaps and implement tailored strategies, driving measurable...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $192K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust SAP Master Data Governance framework, ensuring data integrity and seamless reporting. Collaborate across teams to implement best practices and drive analytics...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and implement cloud-native data solutions, ensuring secure and reliable data exchange across platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance data accessibility and support advan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $135K *

Lead the development and implementation of quality plans, ensuring compliance with agency specifications while overseeing QA/QC activities and documentation for large-scale construction projects in tr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $112K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by developing predictive models and analytics solutions for financial services clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive business value through ad...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $115K *

Shape the future of quality manufacturing by ensuring compliance with Quality Systems, conducting assessments, and driving process improvements. Collaborate with operations to achieve strategic goals...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Champion product excellence by leading quality control initiatives that ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and internal standards. Drive continuous improvement while managing inspections, docu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $116K *

Contribute to the cybersecurity framework of medical devices, ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data protection and manage risks throughout the p...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $148K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by leading investigations, managing nonconforming materials, and collaborating with vendors and engineering teams to enhance product quality and compliance with in...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $150K *

Empower innovation by leading the development of clinical evaluation reports and post-market surveillance documentation, ensuring compliance with EU MDR and global standards while collaborating across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead a dedicated nursing team to elevate resident care standards, ensuring compliance and excellence in service delivery. Drive policy development, staff training, and interdisciplinary collaboration...

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

$116K - $141K *

Lead quality engineering initiatives by managing change control processes, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across cross-functional teams. Serve as a subject matter expert to en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $121K *

Support and execute compliance activities in quality management systems, ensuring adherence to FDA regulations and ISO standards. Drive quality investigations and continuous improvement initiatives wh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $241K *

Join a dynamic team to lead enterprise Knowledge Management initiatives, overseeing strategy, governance, and compliance while enhancing user engagement and knowledge accessibility across global opera...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining software quality assurance with an automation-first strategy. Lead and inspire a skilled team to ensure robust testing across firmware, compilers, and inference serving...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $160K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading test strategies, developing test plans, and ensuring software integrity. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality products through rigorous testi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$62K - $100K *

Drive exceptional technical support and compliance for regulated customers in the BMP segment. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve inquiries and enhance processes, ensuring quality and customer...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$62K - $100K *

Engage with customers to provide exceptional technical support in compliance with industry regulations. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve inquiries and enhance processes, ensuring quality in p...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate quality standards by leading the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and driving continuous improvement across engineering, manufacturing, and certification act...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $112K *

Champion advanced analytics solutions by developing predictive models and leading engagements to drive business value for financial institutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate insights in...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality systems across manufacturing sites. Lead initiatives to improve customer satisfaction, reduce costs, and strengthen performance while managing quality...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.