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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$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

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

$100K - $130K *

Drive customer success by fostering relationships, enhancing product adoption, and ensuring satisfaction. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, working with cross-functional teams to achieve business...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $131K *

Drive transformation by leading strategic engagements with large, complex customers. Collaborate cross-functionally to align business goals with technology solutions, ensuring long-term value and oper...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving product strategy for governance and compliance solutions. Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance product competitiveness and customer satisfaction while ensuring alig...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Launch and lead technical solutions within SAP PMMO, engaging cross-functional teams to optimize project manufacturing processes while ensuring compliance to client requirements in a dynamic environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $140K *

Unlock potential by building cutting-edge AI and automation solutions with a focus on Microsoft technologies. Collaborate with a team to design, implement, and support intelligent systems while develo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $115K *

Empower security operations by leading an experienced SOC team, managing incidents, enhancing processes, and ensuring quality service delivery. Drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $155K *

Shape the future of digital marketing analytics by architecting a unified data infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance metrics, ensure accurate tracking across channels, and dri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Manage enterprise software projects from initiation to completion, ensuring quality delivery within budget while enhancing client satisfaction through effective communication and stakeholder engagemen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading data quality initiatives for healthcare payer clients, enhancing reporting accuracy and analytics capabilities. Serve as a subject matter expert, collaborating with stakeho...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Create high-quality scientific communications by writing and analyzing medical content across diverse formats for healthcare professionals while adhering to industry guidelines and best practices...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Empower AI innovation by leading the development of scalable, secure AI systems across diverse environments, from edge to cloud. Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to deliver mission-c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $123K *

Elevate your career as a Scrum Master, leading agile teams through ceremonies, fostering collaboration, and driving lean-agile transformation. Leverage your expertise in Agile methodologies to enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead a team of analysts in conversation analysis, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of labeling methodologies while delivering valuable insights to enhance AI models in a fast-paced SaaS environmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $188K *

Oversee the Enterprise Project/Portfolio Management Office operations, leading a skilled team to enhance project management processes, compliance, and reporting while supporting strategic IT initiativ...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Join us to lead digital transformation initiatives, architect integrated digital ecosystems, and support growth in systems engineering. This role requires strategic vision and hands-on expertise to dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $125K *

Help us ensure system stability and drive enhancements in Oracle Siebel CRM through effective support, upgrades, and configuration. Join our team to optimize performance and provide crucial L2/L3 supp...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $220K *

Optimize and enhance support operations by designing efficient systems, driving insights, and implementing scalable processes to elevate customer experiences as part of a collaborative cross-functiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Drive innovation in AI inference by leading a dedicated team to architect and optimize high-performance pipelines, bridging research and production. Join us in advancing intelligent solutions while me...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.