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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$80K - $95K *

Champion customer success by delivering simulation solutions, training, and support. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes, drive project execution, and elevate customer experience. Grow...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading technical direction in autonomy systems. Drive ownership of advanced perception, prediction, and planning components with cross-stack influence, facilitating innovation and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Transform the landscape of radiopharmaceutical development by leading CMC strategies and cross-functional teams. Drive project execution, enhance collaboration, and ensure regulatory compliance to tac...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $350K *

Optimize mission critical electrical power studies, leading a team to analyze short circuit, coordination, and arc flash assessments while enhancing internal capabilities and collaborating effectively...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $112K *

Join a team that's transforming software quality through automation and cloud innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing efficiency and ensure high-quality software deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $207K *

Elevate your career by leading WWT's data strategy within the AI Transformation Office. Drive data reliability and readiness for AI projects while ensuring efficient collaboration across the organizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead joint training efforts by analyzing and optimizing training plans, assessments, and systems to enhance mission readiness and effectiveness. Collaborate across military and national organizations...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $165K *

Build strong relationships at a leading IoT company, guiding enterprise customers through deployment and adoption of innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally while driving customer success...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $157K *

Transform healthcare quality improvement by overseeing program functions, collaborating across departments, and ensuring compliance. Drive analysis, reporting, and strategic initiatives to enhance per...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $230K *

Lead the successful implementation of UKG software for healthcare projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, managing budgets, and delivering high-quality solutions while navigating industry regu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing benefits operations and LOA administration. Collaborate with employees and leadership to ensure seamless communication and resolution of benefits-related issues, while opt...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $195K *

Transform operational data into impactful cost-optimization products for fleets, owning the vision, strategy, and roadmap while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and innova...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $229K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior operational leader to drive complex healthcare implementations. Lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and build scalable processes. Shape the i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $149K *

Take ownership of product strategy in the fleet optimization space, leveraging operational data to design and launch solutions that cut costs and enhance efficiency for large fleets navigating their e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $219K *

Drive the vision for Samsara device installations, enhancing user experiences and ensuring rapid, accurate setups. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize the install process, making impac...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $156K *

Champion project success by leading comprehensive program delivery and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to align resources and strategies, driving strong customer engageme...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$63K - $129K *

Contribute to system quality by executing test cases, analyzing requirements, and validating functionality to ensure compliance and stability in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with teams to enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K *

Deliver advanced psychometric analyses for testing programs and guide quantitative research initiatives. Collaborate with teams, maintain data integrity, and ensure high-quality reporting for impactfu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Empower clinical research through strategic digital transformation, leading AI integration and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with experts to drive innovation and optimize user experien...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $274K *

Shape the future of business development by leading strategies, conducting analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support growth initiatives and enhance proposal management efforts...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $260K *

Tackle complex challenges by designing transformative architectures that align technology with strategic business goals, enhancing enterprise modernization, and supporting sales initiatives through in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $107K *

Champion the design and optimization of SAP EWM solutions, enhancing warehouse management. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements and implement best practices, guiding clients through testing...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $112K *

Pioneer critical advancements in healthcare by conducting thorough business analysis and process improvements for federal IT modernization, directly enhancing Veteran healthcare services and outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that drives impactful marketing execution across US and UK markets. Collaborate closely with Sales and Product to elevate standards, deliver high-quality campaigns, and engage healthcare a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that drives marketing execution across UK and US markets, collaborating with Sales and Product teams while managing external agencies. Own campaign performance, asset production, and custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.