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 - $120K *

Transform the future of Federal HR operations by providing expert guidance in recruitment, hiring, and workforce planning, ensuring strategic alignment and operational excellence to enhance talent acq...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Transform client data protection strategies by leading enterprise deployments, migrations, and optimizations. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to create resilient solutions, ensuring high-quali...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $116K *

Lead the charge in driving cross-functional project initiatives, ensuring successful delivery from inception to completion while managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communications across mult...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $132K *

Optimize enterprise monitoring by ensuring enhanced system health via proactive performance analysis and real-time monitoring tools in a dynamic, collaborative remote environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$63K - $105K *

Develop and configure advanced OneStream solutions alongside senior team members, enhancing financial decision-making for federal clients. This entry-level role offers mentorship to build expertise in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$139K - $180K *

Join our team as a Missile Industrial Base Analyst, providing strategic insights and analysis to enhance missile production ecosystems and decision-making for key DoW stakeholders...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Drive effective communication and problem-solving for USPS, utilizing data analysis tools and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance customer service and policy understanding while managing sensit...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $116K *

Join a team that transforms client outcomes by delivering exceptional ERP solutions. Lead full lifecycle implementations, streamline processes, and enhance client operations while providing expert gui...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Transform business growth by leading financial planning and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive data-informed decisions and optimize operational efficiency while managing spe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $223K *

Drive customer success by ensuring impactful solutions and guidance on Splunk's Core products. Collaborate with account teams, deliver onboarding workshops, and proactively manage customer technical h...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion application quality by executing rigorous testing for security, accessibility, and performance compliance in a complex, remote federal IT ecosystem, ensuring exceptional software delivery thr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $141K *

Drive customer success and operational excellence by enhancing adoption and retention strategies, ensuring timely and effective communication, and fostering relationships with both customers and inter...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform client operations by implementing and optimizing PTC Windchill solutions. This remote role requires collaboration with clients to ensure successful delivery within budget and timelines, offe...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $246K *

Unlock potential by driving customer transformation and success in strategic accounts. Leverage your leadership skills to enhance value across deployments, ensuring satisfaction and optimizing the ado...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Transform clinical documentation by leveraging deep industry expertise and exceptional writing skills to produce high-quality regulatory materials that meet strict timelines and enhance scientific rig...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform legacy data management by leading archiving projects, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while retiring outdated applications for enhanced organizationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Enterprise Technical Support Engineer, leveraging 8+ years of expertise in troubleshooting complex cloud and infrastructure challenges while mentoring a dynamic team...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $148K *

Lead the digital transformation of risk management for aerospace systems oversight, ensuring rigorous quality governance by integrating advanced data analytics and predictive modeling into the Nationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Manage and oversee complex technical projects, ensuring timely completion and alignment with budget and scope while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve objectives and enhance operationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$210K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical trial strategies from Phase 0 to 4. Collaborate with experts, ensure compliance, and drive oncology innovations that address unmet needs in a dynamic global enviro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $177K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality by developing and executing comprehensive testing strategies. Utilize your expertise in advanced testing tools and methodologies to maintain h...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in implementing and designing secure architectures for enterprise cloud platforms, ensuring compliance with federal and DoD standards. Drive cybersecurity improvements through rigorous...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing and improving our 3rd Party Quality Agent program, ensuring high standards of quality, effective coordination among stakeholders, and on-time delivery across global data ce...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$190K - $210K *

Lead transformative client implementation initiatives by driving operational excellence, project governance, and continuous improvement in a dynamic consulting and healthcare environment, while foster...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $195K *

Unlock potential by architecting robust AI/ML solutions, driving integration and modernization efforts, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and optimize developer expe...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks 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.