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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$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

$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

$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

$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

$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

$150K - $250K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse teams in client engagement management. Drive project success through strategic planning, troubleshooting, and relationship-building while mentoring junior talent...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower business growth by leading a team of outbound BDRs, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving sales success. Cultivate a high-performance culture through coaching, strategic prospecting, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive a high-performing outbound team, enhancing prospecting and operational excellence. Lead and mentor BDRs to scale business through strategic outreach, achieving sales goals in a dynamic, collabor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex IT programs while ensuring operational excellence and effective communication with government stakeholders. Foster a high-performance team environment and oversee task order execution wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$111K - $195K *

Join a team that's enabling next-gen software solutions for the U.S. Army. Serve as a Scrum Master, guiding cross-functional teams in Agile practices to deliver secure, impactful software. Drive high...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $170K *

Take ownership of product success post-launch, focusing on growth and market fit. Partner cross-functionally to drive engagement, retention, and revenue, while leading an integrated product team towar...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower mission success by driving security compliance and governance in a classified context, ensuring robust information assurance processes while collaborating across operational teams to maintain...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

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

$111K - $130K *

Lead infrastructure implementation projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery aligned with organizational goals. Drive accountability and manage complex project aspects fr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $96K *

Drive innovative training solutions to enhance workforce development, ensuring dynamic learning experiences for new hires and existing staff. Collaborate with leadership to optimize training effective...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead product strategy for cloud-native vault solutions, driving effective secrets management and session control. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security offerings while ensuring h...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $225K *

Accelerate client success by leading transformative data, analytics, and AI projects. Elevate consulting methodologies and guide teams to deliver exceptional outcomes while nurturing long-term client...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Tackle comprehensive cybersecurity challenges by leading security measures for cloud environments and ensuring compliance with essential risk management frameworks to protect critical data and systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead complex eDiscovery projects, managing client relations and team dynamics. Utilize expertise to drive project success, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring quality deliverables across multipl...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with this dynamic role overseeing data collection programs. Drive operational excellence and client satisfaction while managing delivery execution, financials, and cross-functional te...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$210K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to lead clinical studies, ensuring strategic execution and oversight in neuropsychiatric drug development. Drive collaboration across departments and contribute to regulatory frame...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $269K *

Join a team focused on defining AI narratives, connecting technologies to business outcomes, and engaging key stakeholders in the insurance sector. Shape compelling product stories and drive AI innova...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate product strategy by leading end-to-end software lifecycle, aligning user needs with mission objectives, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Drive data-driven decisions that ensure pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving business growth through strategic proposal management, overseeing the full lifecycle of proposals while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our post-sale customer journey by directing a growing Customer Success Operations team. Enhance tools and processes to drive customer retention, efficiency, and overall g...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

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.