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.
Informatica IDMC MDM Engineer (Configuration Specialist) - Customer
$133K - $173K *
Engage with us to lead the configuration and implementation of Informatica IDMC MDM solutions, ensuring high-quality master data management across Customer, Product, and Supplier domains while collabo...
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Informatica IDMC MDM Engineer (Configuration Specialist) - Customer
$133K - $173K *
Unlock the potential of master data management by leading the configuration and implementation of Informatica IDMC MDM solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality, governed data ac...
5 days ago
Informatica IDMC MDM Engineer (Configuration Specialist) - Customer
$133K - $173K *
Drive the configuration and implementation of Informatica IDMC MDM solutions, ensuring high-quality master data management across customer, product, and supplier domains. Collaborate with stakeholders...
5 days ago
Informatica IDMC MDM Engineer (Configuration Specialist) - Customer
$133K - $173K *
Champion the configuration and implementation of Informatica IDMC MDM solutions, ensuring high-quality master data management across customer, product, and supplier domains while collaborating with st...
5 days ago
Informatica IDMC MDM Engineer (Configuration Specialist) - Customer
$133K - $173K *
Champion the configuration and implementation of Informatica IDMC MDM solutions, ensuring high-quality master data management across Customer, Product, and Supplier domains while collaborating with st...
5 days ago
$96K - $128K *
Join a team that's building scalable, data-driven solutions by designing and managing robust data pipelines. Play a key role in enhancing analytics capabilities while collaborating with product teams...
Reposted 2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in clinical study start-up activities, collaborating with global teams to ensure efficient document collection and regulatory compliance, while maintaining high standards of accuracy a...
2 days ago
$120K - $140K *
Transform data into actionable insights by leading the design and development of analytic models and applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to empower data-driven decision-making and enhance busi...
Reposted 1 week ago
Business Process Specialist - Logistics Process & Compliance, CVRM
$98K - $183K *
Advance your career by leading intralogistics operations in a cutting-edge, automated environment. Ensure compliance with cGMP standards while optimizing material flows and enhancing operational readi...
2 weeks ago
HCM Test Automation & Quality Engineer
$75K - $158K *
Join a dynamic team to ensure the quality and compliance of Oracle HCM systems across federal agencies. Design and execute test strategies, automate testing processes, and validate integrations, ensur...
Reposted 1 week ago
HCM Test Automation & Quality Engineer
$90K - $189K *
Advance your career by ensuring quality and compliance for a federal HCM platform. Design and execute test strategies, manage automated testing, and validate performance within a SAFe Agile framework...
Reposted 1 week ago
$117K - $201K *
Pioneer innovative AI solutions in data science to enhance therapeutic development workflows. Collaborate across teams to design, deploy, and evaluate AI systems that drive efficiency and compliance i...
5 days ago
$117K - $201K *
Drive innovation in AI and generative systems to enhance scientific workflows across Therapeutics Development & Supply. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable AI solutions that su...
5 days ago
$117K - $201K *
Elevate your career by designing and deploying AI solutions that enhance scientific workflows in Therapeutics Development. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes thr...
5 days ago
Data Engineer - IT Enterprise Data Management
$83K - $112K *
Join a dynamic team to design and develop data solutions that drive business success. Leverage your expertise in data pipeline management and SQL to enhance our data architecture and support organizat...
2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Join our team to lead quality improvements, enhance compliance, and drive operational excellence through data analysis and effective CAPA processes while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring adhere...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform integration testing by collaborating with leads to ensure high-quality, validated solutions. Drive operational testing and develop strategies that meet clinical standards, enhancing client s...
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$80K - $95K *
Drive quality assurance in integration solutions, collaborating with leads to validate and test applications. Ensure compliance with SOPs while developing tailored validation plans and executing tests...
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Lead AI Quality Assurance Engineer
$152K - $190K *
Elevate quality assurance within AI solutions by leading test efforts, validating products, and enhancing automated frameworks to deliver reliable, compliant, and high-performing technology that meets...
Reposted today
Lead AI Quality Assurance Engineer
$152K - $190K *
Unlock potential by leading quality assurance for innovative AI solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure accuracy, security, and compliance while optimizing testing frameworks and methodologies f...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion quality assurance efforts in a pivotal role supporting the transition of maintenance systems into IBM Maximo, ensuring compliance and validation throughout the implementation lifecycle until...
2 days ago
Senior Security Specialist (GRC)
$110K - $130K *
Drive compliance and security for cloud services, leading ATO efforts under NIST frameworks. Collaborate with engineers and security teams to ensure adherence to federal standards and continuous monit...
1 week ago
Research & Development Quality Operations Specialty Lead
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading quality operations to ensure patient safety and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and implement effective quality systems...
5 days ago
Research & Development Quality Operations Specialty Lead
$110K - $130K *
Support operational quality activities to ensure patient safety and reliable supply. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to simplify processes, drive continuous improvement, and lead quality initi...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock the potential of embedded systems by validating software integration and developing test strategies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance testing methodologies and ensure high-qu...
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.