Explore Data Quality Specialist Jobs

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 - $128K *

Advance quality assurance practices by creating automated tests for secure satellite communications. Collaborate in Agile teams to ensure reliable performance of web interfaces and microservices while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the Quality Assurance department to ensure compliance with aerospace standards, driving continuous improvement, and fostering cross-functional collaboration for operational...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $245K *

Unlock quality assurance excellence by ensuring compliance in software and model development. Collaborate across teams to enhance engineering effectiveness through risk-based practices, audits, and co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic data engineering team, translating insights into actionable strategies that enhance global payment solutions and drive performance improvements across stakeholders...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at enterprise data governance by independently leading initiatives that enhance data quality, compliance, and stewardship across the organization while collaborating with multiple...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K *

Unlock your potential by managing complex healthcare construction projects. Oversee compliance, coordinate teams, and ensure quality control while supporting vital federal medical facility operations...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$91K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance through the development and execution of validation programs for manufacturing processes, equipment, and software systems, while collaborating cross...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful DoD planning and budgeting activities, supporting USAF weapons acquisition. Collaborate with program managers to enhance operational efficiency and manage risk, while delivering critic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $175K *

Take ownership of Global Quality leadership in driving quality management systems and protocols, supporting operational teams to achieve performance targets aligned with strategic initiatives across t...

Newmarket, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing application delivery as a Senior Data Analyst, managing production support and enhancements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Join a team that's driving quality assurance excellence in multi-national drug development. Lead strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and foster collaboration across diverse teams to support succ...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance by inspecting work for compliance with codes and standards. Collaborate with teams to perform audits, maintain records, and uphold safety protocols while ensuring project integ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $179K *

Analyze and resolve national security questions by leveraging data science expertise. Collaborate with teams to enhance data collection strategies and support intelligence production in a fast-paced e...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Tackle critical national security questions by leveraging data science expertise. Collaborate with teams to enhance data collection strategies and automate processes, ensuring adherence to standards w...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $282K *

Lead critical data analysis initiatives to enhance national security efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop data strategies and improve analytic capabilities, ensuring adherence to standar...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $128K *

Engineer innovative data solutions to tackle national security challenges. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytic capabilities and automate processes, ensuring adherence to standards while interpr...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $234K *

Champion national security by leveraging data science expertise to analyze critical issues, enhance analytic capabilities, and collaborate with diverse teams to drive impactful solutions in a fast-pac...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality excellence for a high-profile commercial construction project. Drive inspections, maintain documentation, and collaborate with stakeholders to uphold standards and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $155K *

Empower your career by joining an agile team to drive data transformation. Utilize modern AWS tools and practices to enhance infrastructure, automate processes, and ensure security, while collaboratin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Elevate project success by leading quality assurance efforts, mentoring team members, and fostering collaboration to enhance operational efficiency and meet client needs. Drive compliance and standard...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$86K - $136K *

Drive innovation by enhancing advisor- and client-facing platforms through quality engineering. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust testing, automate processes, and deliver high-quality digital so...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $136K *

Innovate quality assurance processes by leveraging automation and emerging technologies to enhance advisor- and client-facing platforms. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure high-quality outcomes...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as a Data Operations & Solutions Analyst, supporting enterprise data platforms and reporting solutions. Leverage your SQL skills and analytical expertise to ensure data quality and...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $110K *

Support enterprise data platforms and reporting solutions, ensuring data quality and reliability. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, develop SQL queries, and create insightful reports, enh...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $100K *

Transform manufacturing processes by identifying yield loss and optimizing quality standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational efficiency and leverage advanced analytics for susta...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.