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.
Military Health Clinical Policy and Execution SME
$95K - $120K *
Join a team that's bridging clinical healthcare and operational readiness, focusing on military health policy and program execution. Leverage your expertise in traumatic brain injury and clinical guid...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Manage complex projects within a technical team, driving execution and innovation. Collaborate with third-party vendors and ensure meticulous attention to detail while fostering a professional environ...
Yesterday
$113K - $188K *
Optimize internal control testing and process efficiency while leading client engagements. Take charge of identifying key business processes and ensure effective oversight of testing and corrective ac...
1 week ago
Senior Principal Consultant - HCM Change Management & Training
$95K - $210K *
Unlock your potential by developing and executing change management strategies for agency transitions, facilitating communication and training, and driving stakeholder engagement to ensure successful...
3 weeks ago
Civilian Capture Management Leader
$150K - $180K *
Champion the pursuit of large federal contracts by managing multiple capture efforts, developing winning strategies, and inspiring cross-functional teams to achieve excellence in complex, high-stakes...
2 days ago
$65K - $101K *
Empower teams by supervising Tier I Knowledge Center agents, ensuring outstanding support for external users. Your leadership will drive performance, manage escalations, and improve service excellence...
3 days ago
Cloud Network Security Subject Matter Expert (SME)
$120K - $145K *
Contribute to secure cloud network solutions by leveraging expertise in cybersecurity, design, and implementation. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance while enhancing security posture a...
3 days ago
$80K - $120K *
Join a team that's driving cloud migration for top clients, employing cutting-edge technologies. This role offers autonomy and growth opportunities in process improvement, requiring strong analytical...
3 weeks ago
Infrastructure & Energy Workforce Subject Matter Expert
$110K - $130K *
Empower the future by leading workforce studies in energy and infrastructure. Collaborate with agencies and industry partners to identify skill shortages, develop strategies, and drive talent cultivat...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by driving cloud migration initiatives, leveraging advanced process improvement strategies, and fostering collaboration across teams to optimize business performance and enhance...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Take ownership of shaping the future of Enterprise Customer Education by defining strategies, leveraging data, and leading teams to drive impactful outcomes that transform client engagement and enable...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Engineering Manager, MSSP
$260K - $280K *
Innovate and lead the growth of a dynamic MSP/MSSP engineering team by driving scalable platform capabilities, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering a culture of quality and collaboration wit...
1 week ago
Sr. Director, Renewals Operations
$215K - $235K *
Unlock the future of commercial operations by leading integrated pricing, contract negotiations, and deal management for a $250M ARR business. Drive redesign initiatives, optimize processes with AI, a...
Reposted yesterday
$72K - $111K *
Lead and innovate Tier I service desk operations by supervising agents, optimizing performance, and ensuring exceptional support for external users. Drive shifts performance, manage escalations, and e...
3 days ago
Senior Consultant--Human Services Subject Matter Expert
$120K - $140K *
Innovate in human services by leading client engagements, enhancing operations, and providing subject matter expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and guide project implementation to impr...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock customer success by partnering with technical teams to drive cybersecurity technology adoption, ensuring measurable outcomes while mitigating risks and enhancing account strategies through stro...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Champion customer success through technical depth and strategic adoption, ensuring that cybersecurity solutions are effectively integrated into everyday operations, driving value and risk reduction ac...
2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Client Education - Healthcare SaaS
$150K - $180K *
Innovate and lead the development of impactful client education programs that enhance user experience, product adoption, and satisfaction across diverse learning modalities while fostering a high-perf...
3 days ago
Senior Technical Product Manager (Sr TPM), Learning Intelligence
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of educational technology by leading the development of AI-powered systems that integrate curriculum data, enhance learner experiences, and facilitate adaptive learning pathways while...
1 week ago
CMMC / NIST Consultant / Analyst
$90K - $110K *
Engage in impactful client projects as you contribute to CMMC and NIST compliance initiatives. Your expertise in documentation, evidence gathering, and client collaboration drives successful outcomes...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Scaled Customer Education Specialist
$80K - $121K *
Champion training initiatives to empower customers in maximizing value from our platform. Drive measurable success through innovative, scalable educational programs, enhancing knowledge across diverse...
Reposted yesterday
Director, Readiness & Customer Education
$208K - $299K *
Champion the development and scalability of enablement programs across GTM teams, leading a dedicated team of 11 to enhance onboarding and employee experience while driving measurable business outcome...
2 days ago
Learning Experience Manager - ERT/T1
$97K - $145K *
Transform training and development initiatives by creating engaging programs that enhance learning experiences and meet organizational standards. Inspire growth and streamline training for various sta...
2 days ago
Sr Training Mgr, Commercial Education and Effectiveness
$130K - $195K *
Lead the design and implementation of comprehensive training programs to enhance the effectiveness of customer-facing teams in navigating complex accounts, driving sales performance, and optimizing bu...
2 weeks ago
Standards Development Organization Liaison / Knowledge Management
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in health data standards development by engaging with key organizations, analyzing standards impact, and managing knowledge resources to enhance VHA systems and facilitate interoperabi...
2 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.