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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$143K - $236K *

Champion customer success as you lead strategic Guidewire engagements, ensuring project excellence and alignment with client objectives while fostering strong relationships and driving revenue growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful real-world evidence generation by leading projects and cultivating client relationships. Collaborate with a talented team focused on real-world comparative effectiveness research to en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $105K *

Design and develop innovative learning solutions to address employee training needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to create engaging, effective content using adult learning principles and project man...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to enhancing FAA operational efficiency through strategic project management. You will oversee critical projects, improve processes, and ensure seamless coordination acros...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Take ownership of project management activities, driving integration and documentation of FAA operational policies while supporting strategic planning and risk assessments for multiple interdependent...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Transportation

$124K *

Transform healthcare data through your expertise as you analyze and craft insightful responses, enhancing machine learning applications and improving healthcare delivery outcomes in a cutting-edge rem...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $185K *

Shape the future of technical program management by leading advanced analytics and decision support initiatives, guiding multidisciplinary teams, and delivering data-driven solutions that enhance miss...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $148K *

Champion change management initiatives to support EHR implementation, ensuring user readiness through training and communication. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify process improvements and fac...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$190K - $240K *

Pioneer large-scale construction projects within a dynamic organization. Lead teams in delivering hyperscale AI Data Centers on time and within budget, ensuring quality and excellence across multiple...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Advance healthcare innovation by leading strategic AI initiatives that enhance system efficiency, promote quality care in low and middle-income countries, and coordinate across diverse global teams. D...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $148K *

Lead the charge in customer escalation management during critical incidents, ensuring timely communication and effective coordination between customers and technical teams to maintain operational stab...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative software solutions, guiding a dynamic architecture team to deliver scalable and secure applications for next-gen learning, while ensuring alignment with busines...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Innovate with a team to modernize a critical legacy platform into a secure, scalable Cloud solution, enhancing efficiency and information sharing for key stakeholders in a mission-driven environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$75K - $95K *

Lead exceptional medical bill review operations and expert analysis. Manage a skilled team while directly handling complex billing cases to ensure accuracy and compliance in legal contexts, providing...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $247K *

Transform business operations by leveraging AI technologies, driving efficiency and enabling data-driven decision-making across functions while collaborating with stakeholders and IT to implement stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $240K *

Shape innovative solutions by leading technical development for government proposals, analyzing complex requirements, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver high-impact architectures and techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative technical solutions for government proposals. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate complex requirements into compelling, winning strate...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in customer success by driving strategic partnerships and delivering measurable ROI. Collaborate cross-functionally, manage complex accounts, and influence industry best practices to e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $190K *

Lead the execution and optimization of paid search campaigns, driving student enrollment and product adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage agency relationships to achieve superi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$80K - $115K *

Champion project financial management by collaborating with key stakeholders, ensuring accurate budgets, forecasts, and reporting. Drive improvements and support risk mitigation for successful program...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in US HR operations, ensuring compliance with employment laws while managing payroll, benefits, and employee relations to create a supportive work environmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$230K - $300K *

Inspire innovation as a VP of Product Management, guiding the platform strategy and uniting teams to enhance shared services and capabilities. Drive performance across products to deliver exceptional...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare data integration. Lead the technical aspects of client Epic data acquisition, ensuring seamless extraction and delivery of critical information whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$55K - $140K *

Join us to drive impactful paid search campaigns, optimizing performance and reporting across multiple markets. Collaborate with stakeholders and improve enrollment initiatives through data-driven dec...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

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.