Leading Subject Matter Expert Jobs

Become an authority in your professional field with high-paying Subject Matter Expert jobs as you provide specialized knowledge, guidance and insight.

What does a Subject Matter Expert do?

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.

The Benefits of Being a Subject Matter Expert

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.

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$500K+*

Develop strategic customer relationships, drive retention and expansion for complex accounts, and collaborate across teams to ensure customer success and satisfaction. Build trust with C-suite stakeho...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Champion solution messaging by leading a team to develop buyer-centric narratives, ensuring cross-functional alignment with marketing and sales strategies to drive engagement and growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $265K *

Join us as a principal technical authority, shaping the future of AI operations through innovative platform design, engineering excellence, and governance strategies to drive efficiency and security a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by owning our Real-Time Prescription Benefits product roadmap. Collaborate with Engineering, Compliance, and Clinical teams to ensure accurate benefit checks, guiding prescribers a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $275K *

Drive strategic planning and operational excellence by optimizing internal processes, leading cross-functional projects, and enhancing decision-making frameworks to ensure SSEG remains agile and align...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing strategic enterprise accounts, enhancing relationships, driving product adoption, and maximizing growth opportunities, while serving as a trusted advisor in cybersecurity...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Shape health technology assessments as a Senior Research Scientist. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects, mentor junior researchers, and manage client interactions to deliver impactful evidence synthe...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion the future of remediation services, leading expert teams to ensure successful chemical warfare material removal for federal projects. Leverage your experience to manage projects from planning...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

Lead cross-functional integration of data, analytics, evaluation, and governance to enhance healthcare AI products. Drive roadmap ownership, optimize workflows, ensure data quality, and foster collabo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in overseeing telecommunications infrastructure design programs, ensuring quality and performance across multiple Civil OSP projects. Act as the primary coordination point among teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Drive the success of telecommunications infrastructure projects by overseeing quality assurance and production activities. Collaborate with engineering teams and stakeholders to ensure project deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering content and search strategies, leading a group of experts in marketing to enhance visibility and engagement across search engines and AI platforms, ensuring our brand res...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $90K *

Manage a diverse portfolio of customers to ensure successful onboarding, product adoption, and renewals while fostering strong relationships and driving value through effective communication and solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $170K *

Lead the design and implementation of AI solutions for public health data exchange. Guide teams in creating scalable, secure systems that meet governance and interoperability standards while enhancing...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $185K *

Champion innovative solutions by leveraging your architecture expertise. Collaborate with clients and teams to translate business needs into scalable, efficient technology solutions. Elevate client ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $90K *

Drive the execution of PMO practices, ensuring compliance and optimizing project management tools and processes for enhanced operational effectiveness across teams and projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$211K - $235K *

Lead the charge in shaping a global developer community, driving engagement and advocacy for our cutting-edge data and AI platform through innovative marketing strategies and collaboration with cross...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $220K *

Innovate revenue operations by leading AI initiatives that enhance sales productivity, drive operational efficiency, and deliver measurable business results through strategic collaboration and data-dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $122K *

Drive transformative change by leading interdisciplinary teams in integrating evidence-based practices and clinical innovations to enhance organizational growth and development...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of federal talent acquisition strategies, ensuring effective recruiting, onboarding, and retention processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to align staffing objectives with mission nee...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$124K - $288K *

Empower a high-impact team to modernize demo environments, enhancing self-service and AI-driven solutions. Collaborate across departments to drive strategy and organizational change, ensuring effectiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead a transformative customer training initiative, modernizing curriculum and operations while managing a global team. Drive change and unlock revenue potential in a dynamic, customer-focu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead global clinical trials, overseeing study management, site operations, and vendor collaboration for successful execution and data quality throughout the study lifecycle. Your skills are...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to impactful initiatives in national security by overseeing the development and management of complex programs and projects. Collaborate closely with DHS stakeholders to enhance operational...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Elevate customer success by managing 10-20 key enterprise retail accounts. Build trusted relationships and drive business value through strategic planning, data analysis, and innovative solutions whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications are required for a Subject Matter Expert job?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    On Ladders, Subject Matter Expert jobs pay $100,000 per year or more, with exact amounts depending on industry, location, and level of expertise.