Become an authority in your professional field with high-paying Subject Matter Expert jobs as you provide specialized knowledge, guidance and insight.
Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) lend their deep knowledge and expertise in particular topics or fields to businesses and organizations, providing essential insights and guidance. SME positions span across industries, from healthcare to technology, and roles can range from consultants to trainers.
As a Subject Matter Expert, you have an opportunity to shape your industry's future, making a direct impact on strategic decisions and products. Providing thought leadership not only sets you apart professionally, but affords you the chance to influence great change within your field.
$90K - $120K *
Elevate your career by providing specialized expertise in healthcare operational modernization initiatives focused on transforming Veteran Family Member Programs, enhancing efficiency, and improving s...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Champion the awareness of suicide prevention and crisis intervention by providing expert knowledge and insights to enhance outreach efforts, create innovative strategies, and support comprehensive pub...
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Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Communications
$90K - $120K *
Unlock potential by providing expert strategic communications to enhance Veteran outreach and behavioral health awareness through targeted, large-scale campaigns for the Office of Suicide Prevention w...
4 days ago
Program Implementation Subject Matter Expert
$90K - $120K *
Transform healthcare operations by leading modernization initiatives. Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and ensure successful implementation of enterprise initiatives...
3 weeks ago
Construction Subject Matter Expert (SME)
$120K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team as a Construction Subject Matter Expert, bridging field expertise and AI product development to enhance construction workflows through rigorous testing, evaluation, and collaborati...
1 week ago
$100K - $130K *
Transform VA healthcare modernization by providing expert support for VistA systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance interoperability and ensure accurate workflows, driving critical improveme...
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Acquisition Program Analyst - SME (BIG SAFARI) - TS/SCI
$90K - $120K *
Lead the strategic assessment and administration of Air Force acquisition programs, focusing on information superiority capabilities and ensuring compliance with defense oversight policies...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Manager, GRC Subject Matter Experts, Product
$120K - $150K *
Deliver your GRC expertise by leading a dynamic team that shapes compliance frameworks for diverse industries. Manage product integration, uphold quality standards, and partner across teams to meet ev...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
In this pivotal role, drive strategic initiatives across multiple business units, influencing decisions at the highest levels while crafting actionable, evidence-based recommendations that fuel compan...
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Vice President of Partner Success & Development
$120K - $180K *
Empower your career by leading partner success and operational performance through strategic collaboration, clear communication, and disciplined execution across ongoing and new service delivery units...
1 week ago
Senior Acquisition Analyst (EMSS)
$100K - $140K *
Unlock innovative SATCOM solutions for warfighters. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver effective acquisition strategies, bridging operational needs with commercial capabilities in a dynamic mil...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $250K *
Transform mission critical operations as a Senior Mechanical Advisor, managing commissioning services, conducting audits, and providing technical training and guidance to ensure operational efficiency...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $115K *
Help us support the US Space Force by managing COMSATCOM contracts, ensuring effective communication between stakeholders while fostering innovative satellite solutions for national security enhanceme...
2 weeks ago
Organizational Change Management Specialist
$90K - $120K *
Partner with us to drive organizational change, enhancing cloud technology initiatives through strategic communication and stakeholder engagement to foster adoption and support within the Judiciary...
2 days ago
$120K - $150K *
Join a team that's driving advancements in satellite communications for the Space Development Agency. Leverage your expertise to shape innovative solutions and tackle complex projects that enhance ope...
3 weeks ago
$103K - $181K *
Lead the charge in analyzing military C2 processes while enhancing software interfaces. Collaborate with engineers and deliver effective training to users. Engage across multiple projects, thriving in...
3 weeks ago
MicroGrid Subject Matter Expert (NORESCO)
$117K - $234K *
Help us shape the future of energy by leading microgrid solutions development, analyzing emerging technologies, and integrating advanced systems for diverse clients across sectors. Join a collaborativ...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director, Capture Management - Enterprise Capture
$200K - $240K *
Champion high-stakes capture management by leading strategic government pursuits. Drive business growth through innovative strategies, team collaboration, and executive engagement, focusing on complex...
Reposted 5 days ago
$100K - $130K *
Transform your career by designing and building scalable .NET and Angular web applications. Play a key role in architecture decisions and mentor peers, leveraging 7-10 years of experience in software...
1 week ago
Advanced Specialist, Technology Solutions
$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in enhancing finance operations by overseeing Source to Pay and Record to Report processes, ensuring excellence in reporting and financial controls while partnering with key stakeholde...
5 days ago
$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in Human Capital Management initiatives, ensuring robust security configurations and seamless integrations while optimizing data migration and testing methodologies in a collaborative...
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Director, Capture Manager - Air Force and Defense Agencies
$200K - $240K *
Join a leading team driving innovation and growth in defense solutions. As a Senior Capture Manager, you'll lead strategic initiatives, engage stakeholders, and shape winning proposals to secure oppor...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $115K *
Grow your career with an impactful role driving AI learning experiences from strategy to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product effectiveness and student engagement throu...
4 days ago
$141K - $198K *
Champion growth by leading a high-performing sales team focused on K-12 education, driving revenue and pipeline targets while engaging with key stakeholders and ensuring alignment with customer needs...
5 days ago
$80K - $110K *
Provide critical support by consolidating project data and metrics across workstreams. Engage in reporting and governance, fostering process improvement while ensuring compliance with PMO standards fo...
1 week ago
What qualifications are required for a Subject Matter Expert job?
Subject Matter Experts typically require a bachelor’s degree in their relevant field, as well as several years of experience. Higher roles may require a master's degree or PhD.
What industries hire Subject Matter Experts?
Almost every industry hires Subject Matter Experts, from healthcare to technology and media. Organizations of all sizes rely on SMEs to provide guidance, training, and expertise in their respective fields.
How much can a Subject Matter Expert earn per year?
On Ladders, Subject Matter Expert jobs pay $100,000 per year or more, with exact amounts depending on industry, location, and level of expertise.