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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$100K - $130K *

Lead and optimize a high-performing team managing budgets, financial tracking, and software development initiatives, ensuring alignment with program goals and compliance with contracts to deliver exce...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Drive the product marketing strategy to shape market understanding and sales success for innovative technology solutions. Own messaging, positioning, and sales enablement for multiple buyer segments i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$64K - $113K *

Lead the charge in managing clinical research operations, collaborating with investigators, and overseeing budgets while ensuring compliance with regulations to advance groundbreaking medical research...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Lead the execution of complex projects, managing budgets and client relationships, while identifying risks and creating solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure objectives are met and explor...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Oversee large, complex projects while collaborating across teams to enhance processes, tools, and execution standards, ensuring timely delivery and managing technical challenges effectively...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $133K *

Reimagine project delivery by managing VDC initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring timely deliverables, effective budgeting, and quality execution. Collaborate across teams to align resourc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $130K *

Manage enterprise printer security initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal standards. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks, implement security baselines, and support governance activities ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $119K *

Drive the development and training of Maintenance Technicians on advanced automation systems. Ensure consistent, quality training delivery that empowers field teams to excel in troubleshooting and mai...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate project success by leading cross-functional teams, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering client relationships and mentoring Managers for opti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $88K *

Unlock your potential by spearheading federal program operations, ensuring compliance and budget management, while coordinating logistics for impactful workshops. Your organizational skills will play...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$71K - $89K *

Drive customer loyalty by managing key accounts, executing sales plays, and fostering relationships within a designated territory. Achieve targets through effective pipeline management and collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$118K - $196K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading Epic revenue cycle implementations and optimizations. Collaborate with teams to enhance client technology outcomes through strategic guidance and operational...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Deliver innovative integration solutions by architecting, leading, and executing technical strategies that enhance client operations and enable efficient business processes, while collaborating with s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Grow customer success strategies by leading a team of CSMs, enhancing satisfaction, retention, and expansion. Collaborate across departments to align objectives while driving performance and process i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $100K *

Champion innovative marketing strategies across Higher Ed, Test Prep, Government, and Libraries to drive engagement and growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute data-driven campaigns...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$144K - $200K *

Transform the future of education by leading strategic initiatives in AP Course development and product readiness, driving operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-qual...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in product portfolio strategy and lifecycle management, driving innovation and cross-functional collaboration. Elevate market offerings and customer success through targeted insights a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing global portfolio strategies while driving product lifecycle management and innovation. Collaborate across teams to enhance business success and customer sat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Drive successful project execution across HVAC/automation programs by managing diverse teams, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining customer satisfaction while controlling scope, budget, and profi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Grow and lead diverse HVAC/automation projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and successful outcomes through effective cross-functional collaboration and management of scope, budget, and timelines...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K *

Join a team that's poised for growth; lead product management, team building, and strategic decisions for a multi-product portfolio while balancing hands-on execution and P&L ownership in a dynamic ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Lead a technical support team for a global corporate tax software product, ensuring quality service delivery and technical escalation management while fostering team development and driving customer s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in architecting cloud-native solutions for a cutting-edge multi-component AI platform. Set technical direction, establish standards, and ensure scalability across diverse university en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Engage healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders to build scientific partnerships, support pre-launch activities, and deliver high-quality insights for a Neurology-focused product in an evolvin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping project management excellence by leading client initiatives with diverse teams. You'll drive project delivery and foster cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic remote e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.