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.
Medical Subject Matter Expert (SME)
$90K - $120K *
Lead the charge in overseeing the national Health & Wellness Program, ensuring compliance and quality improvement while collaborating with government stakeholders to enhance adolescent healthcare deli...
4 days ago
Subject Matter Expert - Medium Range Intercept Capability
$135K *
Drive strategic initiatives in tactical systems integration, leveraging expertise in MRIC to enhance command and control capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams for procurement, testing...
3 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Join us in supporting federal energy programs by leveraging your expertise in building technologies and measurement & verification. Help translate complex data into actionable insights for decision-ma...
1 week ago
Subject Matter Expert Government Representative (Job ID: 4241)
$150K - $170K *
Empower strategic customer relationships in corrosion control through expertise, business development, and technical solutioning while ensuring compliance with industry standards and federal regulatio...
3 days ago
Subject Matter Expert - Advanced Health Care Directives and Geriatrics
$90K - $120K *
Empower patient education through expert clinical insights in Advanced Health Care Directives and Geriatrics, guiding content development and ensuring accuracy for impactful healthcare communication...
3 days ago
Mental Health Subject Matter Expert (SME)
$80K - $120K *
Elevate adolescent mental health support by delivering expert consultation, policy advice, and collaborating with government stakeholders to enhance the Job Corps Health & Wellness Program through ass...
1 week ago
Section 508 Subject Matter Expert
$85K - $141K *
Provide guidance and support to ensure compliance with accessibility standards, champion accessibility across the organization, and collaborate with teams to deliver inclusive products while maintaini...
Today
Aircraft Certification Engineer - Subject Matter Expert (SME)
$100K - $130K *
Lead the certification of military commercial derivative aircraft by ensuring compliance with FAA and military standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop certification documentation and mento...
4 days ago
Assessment Implementation Director
$93K - $166K *
Unlock potential by driving educational assessment strategies, collaborating with district leaders to develop impactful assessment plans, analyze data, and enhance student outcomes through research-dr...
2 days ago
Advanced Planning Document (APD) Subject Matter Expert (SME)
$95K - $120K *
Join a team that addresses complex Medicaid projects, guiding agencies through APD development and compliance. Lead strategy, manage stakeholder collaborations, and optimize funding processes for impa...
3 weeks ago
Sr Director, Application Engineering
$220K - $240K *
Lead and drive engineering delivery for enterprise applications, ensuring stability and operational excellence while aligning solutions with business priorities and modern practices for enhanced effic...
Yesterday
$160K - $200K *
Unlock potential by serving as a Subject Matter Expert in Momentum Financials, guiding federal budgeting strategies, analyzing complex issues, and ensuring operational excellence across financial mana...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Preconstruction Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Construction Technical Sales
$154K - $277K *
Join a team that's transforming preconstruction by leveraging deep industry insights to help clients modernize workflows. As a trusted SME, you'll support strategic sales opportunities and drive measu...
2 weeks ago
$87K - $90K *
Drive a high-quality Medication Administration Program training experience, ensuring certification and compliance with state regulations. Support adult learners through effective facilitation and tail...
Yesterday
$100K - $130K *
Contribute to modernization efforts by serving as a trusted functional expert, guiding program leadership and ensuring operational continuity while enhancing system functionalities through Agile, DevS...
1 week ago
Project Director - Qualitative
$90K - $120K *
Lead and manage international market research projects, ensuring client satisfaction and financial goals are achieved while mentoring junior team members and enhancing internal processes for improved...
3 days ago
$80K - $110K *
Seeking a dynamic analyst to optimize enterprise IT performance through data insights. Collaborate with teams to analyze metrics, diagnose issues, and enhance system reliability while supporting missi...
4 days ago
$90K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at our cutting-edge cloud migration initiative, as you lead process improvements and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance. Enjoy autonomy and growt...
3 days ago
Team Manager, Customer Success
$120K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team leading customer success initiatives, driving onboarding, adoption, and retention for K-12 solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure impactful experiences and achieve lon...
Yesterday
$120K - $150K *
Transform secure federal environments by leading ServiceNow platform strategy, configuration, and integration. Drive continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement while ensuring compliance with fe...
4 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Unlock your potential as a data storyteller, transforming workforce trends into strategic insights. Collaborate directly with leaders to impact retention, engagement, and talent management. Embrace da...
6 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading security control assessments independently while driving effective solutions and compliance measures in a collaborative environment, ensuring robust cybersecurity practices...
4 days ago
$120K - $160K *
Collaborate with leaders to transform workforce data into impactful insights. Utilize advanced analytics, storytelling, and strategic consulting to drive business decisions and foster a data-driven cu...
2 days ago
Director, Project Management, AP Curriculum and Assessment
$80K - $130K *
Transform project management execution for course and exam revisions, ensuring timely delivery, operational excellence, and cross-department collaboration for impactful outcomes and continual improvem...
2 weeks ago
Parachute Systems – Subject Matter Expert
$120K - $150K *
Transform aerospace processes by providing expert insight into parachute systems for NASA's human spaceflight programs, ensuring mission assurance and quality engineering through collaboration with di...
3 weeks 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.