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.
Sr. Healthcare Data Scientist (Medicare/Medicaid)
$85K - $115K *
Lead advanced analytics initiatives to detect and prevent fraud in Medicare and Medicaid, leveraging expertise in data science and machine learning to drive impactful solutions alongside a team of pro...
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Innovate data management solutions by leading MDM design and delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure security, optimize ETL processes, and enhance data integration while troubleshooting and support...
Reposted today
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing credit risk for Lombard lending, overseeing proposals, collateral, and compliance. Ensure alignment with regulatory standards while monitoring exposures and advising teams...
1 week ago
Assistant Project Manager/Quality Control Lead
$80K - $95K *
Champion the development and delivery of training programs, providing expert support in instructional design, operational environment scenarios, and quality control for military training initiatives...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Quality, Safety & Performance Improvement Specialist (RN Preferred)
$90K - $135K *
Optimize quality, performance, and safety in healthcare through collaboration as you lead improvement initiatives, support regulatory compliance, and drive patient-centered care initiatives across mul...
Reposted 4 days ago
Sr Quality Engineer (New Product Development)
$87K - $149K *
Transform your career by leading Design Quality Engineering for innovative diabetes management devices, ensuring compliance and excellence throughout development. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...
Reposted 1 week ago
$85K - $117K *
Champion software quality by analyzing healthcare data, developing test cases, and executing both manual and automated tests. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with clinical...
2 weeks ago
Associate Specialist, Clinical Data Management
$71K - $113K *
Engage in comprehensive data management for clinical trials, ensuring data integrity and compliance with SOPs and ICH-GCP guidelines. Collaborate with teams to develop tools, conduct reviews, and prep...
Today
Associate Specialist, Clinical Data Management
$71K - $113K *
Unlock potential by managing clinical trial data with precision and integrity. Oversee data management activities, ensuring compliance with SOPs and GCP guidelines while collaborating with teams to re...
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#23703 - Client Partner (PADE Sector, Education)
$160K - $170K *
Transform client relationships and drive growth by managing key accounts, achieving revenue goals, and collaborating with delivery teams to ensure success. Leverage your expertise to expand business i...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Nurse Chief Quality Management
$85K - $100K *
Shape the future of healthcare by leading quality and patient safety initiatives across integrated programs. Drive organizational excellence through collaboration, mentorship, and strategic oversight...
2 days ago
Sterile Compounding Quality Manager
$99K - $166K *
Optimize quality assurance in sterile compounding by ensuring compliance with regulations, enhancing processes, and supporting cleanroom operations nationally. Collaborate across teams to drive improv...
1 month ago
Manager, Risk Adjustment Encounter Data Reconciliation
$118K - $157K *
Lead the charge in encounter data reconciliation, ensuring accurate submissions to regulatory bodies. Oversee technical operations, manage staff, and enhance compliance processes to protect risk score...
2 weeks ago
Senior Clinical Specialist, Coronary - Dallas, TX
$68K - $136K *
Champion innovative vascular solutions by providing expert clinical support during procedures. Drive customer education and relationship building within hospitals to support product utilization and en...
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Director, Clinical Documentation Integrity - Remote
$112K - $193K *
Shape the future of clinical documentation integrity across six hospitals in AZ and NV. Lead operations, enhance documentation practices, and collaborate with healthcare leaders to drive performance a...
3 days ago
Manager, Quality Assurance, Prime Video Ads
$146K - $198K *
Lead and inspire a global QA team to ensure top-tier advertising quality for Prime Video. Drive QA strategy, foster automation, and collaborate across departments to safeguard user experiences during...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Manager, Master Data & Governance
$110K - $130K *
Champion enterprise master data management and governance to ensure high-quality data practices while leading cross-functional teams in ERP transformation initiatives, enhancing data integrity and ope...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Product Data Governance & Lifecycle Management
$135K - $175K *
Shape the future of product data governance and lifecycle management by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring data integrity, and driving compliance across product development and manufacturing pro...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst, Data Analytics, SIU
$75K - $98K *
Elevate decision-making by utilizing data analytics to identify inefficiencies, collaborate cross-functionally, and deliver impactful insights that enhance financial performance and operational qualit...
3 weeks ago
Enterprise Data and AI Governance Associate
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by supporting enterprise data governance initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance data quality, transparency, and compliance while gaining expertise in metadata management, data...
3 weeks ago
Enterprise Data and AI Governance Associate
$100K - $120K *
Grow your career with impactful data governance initiatives, collaborating with teams to enhance data quality and compliance while developing expertise in metadata management and risk assessment...
3 weeks ago
Principal Supplier Quality Engineer
$143K - $210K *
Lead the charge in delivering strategic quality guidance, leveraging extensive engineering expertise to enhance product quality and compliance. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement...
2 days ago
1031 - SNP CDM Lead - Configuration Data Management Specialist 4
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of space nuclear technology development. Lead configuration and data management efforts, ensuring critical project decisions are controlled and communicated effecti...
2 weeks ago
Senior Quality Manager, Data Centers
$110K - $130K *
Elevate quality assurance in complex projects by leading quality programs, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring teams. Drive stakeholder engagement and recovery efforts while maintaining...
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Senior Application Support Specialist
$121K - $132K *
Innovate your career by managing production incidents and enhancing application support. Collaborate with teams to ensure system availability, implement changes, and conduct root cause analysis in a d...
2 weeks 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?
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.