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.
Senior Product Manager, Digital Software - eLearning/LMS
$125K - $170K *
Join a team that shapes the future of digital learning and certification by driving product strategy and development for innovative educational solutions tailored to client needs. Lead cross-functiona...
4 days ago
ESM Practice Director, North America
$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading a high-performing team in implementing ESM strategies and enhancing client relationships. Drive innovation and excellence in service management while collaborating across r...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and development of scalable .NET and Angular applications, ensuring code excellence and collaboration with teams to deliver high-quality solutions across diverse...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Technical Support
$105K - $145K *
Lead the global technical support function, enhancing service quality and efficiency through metrics-driven management, team development, and AI tools. Drive improvement initiatives to positively impa...
2 weeks ago
Hypersonic Missile Subject Matter Expert
$198K - $239K *
Analyze hypersonic missile production ecosystems, delivering insights to senior leaders. Utilize extensive experience to assess risks and opportunities, direct research, and inform strategic decision...
4 days ago
$140K - $160K *
Unlock potential by leading Manhattan Active TMS implementations, focusing on dock scheduling and carrier communication. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth onboarding and transition into c...
4 days ago
Implementation Consultant, Project Lead
$77K - $95K *
Oversee multiple concurrent client projects, ensuring successful implementation and client satisfaction while managing schedules, budgets, and communication across diverse teams and stakeholders. Leve...
Reposted 3 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality MES solutions by supporting project execution, analyzing client needs, and ensuring seamless interactions with technical teams to enhance operational efficie...
Reposted 6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to implement manufacturing execution systems that enhance efficiency, automate data capture, and bridge the gap between business needs and technology solutions in an...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Drive product strategy and lifecycle management for educational solutions, transforming market insights into actionable roadmaps. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality K-12 products are succ...
1 week ago
Director, Analytics & Business Intelligence, Digital Product Operations
$88K - $145K *
Drive insights and elevate product performance through advanced analytics, dashboard development, and change management. Own the metrics that inform product health and foster a culture of evidence-bas...
Reposted 3 days ago
High Consequence Mission (HCM) Capture Director
$157K - $283K *
Champion strategic capture management to drive high-value defense opportunities, crafting comprehensive plans and engaging with customers to secure success across pivotal projects within the Defense a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$150K - $250K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of mission critical operations, overseeing complex mechanical systems commissioning. Use your expertise to ensure excellence in system performance and support live...
6 days ago
$61K - $101K *
Shape the future of public health training through user-centered design and delivery of impactful materials. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance system understanding and usability for diverse aud...
Reposted 4 days ago
Enterprise Applications Manager
$130K - $180K *
Join our Revenue Operations team to lead strategic integration projects between Salesforce and enterprise applications, enhancing operational efficiency and driving revenue growth in a dynamic environ...
2 days ago
TMG - Director, AI and Technology and Enablement
$160K - $210K *
Empower the integration of AI and technology in workflows to enhance operational efficiency, visibility, and client service support. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform business requirements in...
5 days ago
Knowledge Management Analyst - National Guard Bureau (NGB)
$80K - $95K *
Drive knowledge management excellence by enhancing decision support, accessibility, and governance across the National Guard enterprise. Collaborate with teams, develop metrics, and lead knowledge-sha...
4 days ago
Senior Director, AP Product Strategy, Analytics & Intelligence
$116K - $180K *
Shape the future of AP by leading advanced forecasting and analytics to inform strategic decisions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance data-driven insights for AP participation and success, ult...
Reposted 3 days ago
Director, Author Expertise & Success
$148K - $195K *
Join a team that's dedicated to elevating author engagement and success. Drive the strategy that enhances community connections while leveraging author expertise to inform impactful learning experienc...
6 days ago
$160K - $200K *
Join a team that's redefining the Master Data Management landscape by delivering compelling research and insights, while advising clients and supporting their strategic initiatives with your subject m...
1 week ago
Natural Language Measurement Specialist
$88K - $145K *
Join a team that's blending educational measurement with AI to define language-based assessment strategies. You'll drive innovation and ensure the integrity of automated evaluation systems, collaborat...
Reposted 3 days ago
Director, Content Development & Deployment Suite Lead
$196K - $295K *
Transform how content is developed and deployed, ensuring compliant, timely engagement across channels. Lead high-performing teams to enhance user experiences while driving collaboration and operation...
Reposted 1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Join us in transforming healthcare by leveraging AI-driven solutions to elevate clinical documentation practices. Collaborate with clients while developing comprehensive educational resources that opt...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform agile delivery as an experienced Scrum Master, leading integrated teams through effective development and sustainment of Oracle Cloud applications while aligning with government strategies a...
1 week ago
Principal Technical Consultant
$150K - $170K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of technical consulting, guiding clients to optimize their ServiceNow environments through expert solutions, training, and process re-engineering while managing mu...
4 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.