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.
$125K - $150K *
Engage with project management activities and drive the success of Endpoint Technology Refresh initiatives, ensuring efficient planning, execution, and reporting of project milestones to meet organiza...
1 week ago
Subject Matter Expert (SME) Requirements Engineer
$190K - $230K *
Transform complex requirements into actionable insights for a federal modernization program. Collaborate with diverse teams, conduct hands-on elicitation, and ensure high-quality documentation through...
3 days ago
Subject Matter Expert (SME) Cybersecurity Architect
$190K - $265K *
Transform cybersecurity architecture for a large federal program. Lead the integration of security controls across various platforms and systems, ensuring compliance with federal standards while drivi...
2 days ago
Subject Matter Expert – HEALTH SYSTEMS ANALYST
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare processes for the Veterans Health Administration, enhancing business and clinical operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to redesign workflows, address chal...
3 days ago
Subject Matter Expert, GTM GRC - Revenue
$125K - $150K *
Grow as a GRC expert, engaging with strategic teams to shape compliance strategies, delivering insights and enabling sales efforts while ensuring client trust and satisfaction throughout the sales pro...
3 weeks ago
Subject Matter Expert, GTM GRC - Revenue
$125K - $150K *
Lead and advance GRC initiatives as a Subject Matter Expert, collaborating with Strategic and Enterprise Account Executives. Engage with clients throughout the sales cycle, guiding compliance architec...
3 weeks ago
Subject Matter Expert (SME), Service Delivery
$176K - $220K *
Optimize service delivery processes by leading cross-functional teams, engaging stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a tech-savvy environment focused on service management e...
1 week ago
Subject Matter Expert - Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs)
$146K - $234K *
Lead critical CMS operations by providing expert guidance on Medicare Administrative Contractors, ensuring project teams leverage deep knowledge of MAC functions and regulations to enhance the Medicar...
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Acquisition Specialist Subject Matter Expert
$100K - $120K *
Drive acquisition strategies as a Subject Matter Expert, providing comprehensive support for federal contract activities, from planning to administration, ensuring compliance and effective communicati...
1 week ago
$230K - $265K *
Lead the design and implementation of enterprise identity management solutions, focusing on secure access, integration, and modernization for government initiatives, collaborating with diverse technic...
2 days ago
Senior Director, Assessment Solutions and Technical Strategy
$164K - $196K *
Unlock psychometric expertise to lead proposal strategies and craft technical documents, ensuring alignment with educational measurement principles for successful assessment products in competitive ma...
4 weeks ago
Marine Corps Microsoft Subject Matter Expert
$145K - $155K *
Elevate your career by providing specialized Microsoft support, managing licensing for PCE programs, and ensuring compliance. Engage with stakeholders to enable secure acquisition and administrate SCO...
4 days ago
$175K - $190K *
Champion analyst relations by managing strategic engagements and amplifying company narratives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance market perception and drive executive influence, ensuring alig...
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$119K - $136K *
Unlock your potential by leading workforce transformation solutions that align business priorities with technology ecosystems. Engage with executives to design impactful strategies and drive measurabl...
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ELA Senior Content Advisor—Product Development
$100K - $120K *
Empower innovation in assessment by leading the development of groundbreaking products. Collaborate across teams, ensuring high-quality standards while managing client expectations and providing exper...
1 month ago
$150K - $180K *
Advance security and quality practices to ensure the integrity of testing environments. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance operational reliability, aligning technology and client needs for seamles...
1 week ago
Lead Specialist, Business Analytics
$100K - $120K *
Unlock insights by analyzing customer experience data to drive strategic decisions. Collaborate with teams to enhance data collection and reporting, leveraging AI for improved engagement and actionabl...
Today
$100K - $120K *
Empower customer success by leading a dynamic team to enhance engagement, retention, and growth initiatives. Drive operational excellence, establish strategic partnerships, and ensure impactful outcom...
2 days ago
$93K - $166K *
Transform the future by leading complex projects that drive innovation and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver business value while managing scope, schedule, and resources i...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Director, Commercial Operations
$215K - $235K *
Pioneer comprehensive commercial operations by designing, implementing, and optimizing pricing and deal negotiation processes. Drive ongoing analytics and continuous improvement, ensuring success in a...
Reposted today
Director, Educational Development
$135K - $155K *
Deliver impactful educational experiences by building strategic partnerships and developing innovative medical education programs to enhance clinical outcomes and drive growth in healthcare training...
2 days ago
Subject Matter Expert (SME) Radar Systems Design Engineer
$125K - $150K *
Architect innovative radar system solutions to enhance defense capabilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, perform system evaluations, and drive technical excellence in a dynamic environme...
Yesterday
Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME)
$160K - $170K *
Drive cybersecurity excellence by assessing controls, resolving complex issues, and enhancing strategic decision-making. Leverage advanced expertise to protect critical systems and advance organizatio...
2 days ago
Senior Consultant, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Quality Improvement (MEQI)
$91K - $151K *
Transform public health initiatives by leading evaluation projects and driving quality improvement initiatives for state and local clients, utilizing strong analytical skills and client management exp...
1 month ago
$150K - $190K *
Bring your expertise to lead and develop a dynamic engineering team, driving the delivery of an innovative, API-driven platform that enhances global digital credentialing. Focus on quality, collaborat...
2 days 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.