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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$130K - $180K *

Partner with us to design and implement advanced security solutions leveraging AI, ensuring robust programs tailored to client needs while driving thought leadership within an evolving landscape...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$201K - $263K *

Shape the future of workforce strategy by leveraging AI and data to enhance organizational decision-making, ensuring a seamless integration of talent and technology for optimal efficiency and innovati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $208K *

Lead cross-functional engineering efforts for complex missions; oversee design, development, and operations to deliver high-reliability systems for government and commercial clients, ensuring all cust...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $140K *

Optimize technology operations supporting military dining initiatives, ensuring performance, governance, and seamless deployments. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance customer experience and mai...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Reimagine program management in a dynamic role overseeing complex projects and teams, driving financial and contract management, while ensuring the delivery of innovative health IT solutions and effec...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Transform scientific computing support by leading program management efforts, ensuring financial integrity and operational excellence while collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance mission objec...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$122K *

Champion project success by leading the global team in Oncology, ensuring adherence to budgets, timelines, and quality standards while fostering client relationships and supporting business developmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$61K - $136K *

Unlock potential by leading complex business analyses to align strategies across divisions. Drive project success from inception to completion while managing teams, budgets, and timelines, ensuring ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $120K *

Develop and execute impactful digital strategies to enhance client engagement and citizen experience. Lead workshops and utilize human-centered design to drive outcomes for government clients in a fas...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Transform enterprise strategy by leading high-impact initiatives across business functions. Collaborate with executives to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive measurable business outcomes f...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $108K *

Reimagine learning pathways by designing impactful training modules that engage learners and drive performance. Collaborate with experts, leverage innovative tools, and manage projects that enhance ed...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$82K - $104K *

Transform learning experiences as you analyze needs and create engaging e-learning and instructor-led training modules, collaborating with experts and leveraging AI tools for impactful educational sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role performing clinical case reviews. Collaborate with medical staff to enhance patient care, improve documentation, and optimize resource use, all while ensuring com...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $133K *

Advance your career by supporting quality management improvements through innovative project planning and implementation, while collaborating across teams to enhance healthcare performance and experie...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Drive seamless customer onboarding experiences by managing implementation projects and API integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product adoption while mentoring n...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Champion workforce transformation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and drive margin improvements. Collaborate with executives to implement enterprise-level workforce management strategies...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer success by developing tailored plans, managing high-value accounts, and ensuring a seamless deployment experience. Collaborate across functions to dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $163K *

Shape the future of AI in our organization as a strategic leader driving enterprise-wide adoption and integration of AI technologies, enhancing productivity and delivering measurable results through i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Elevate healthcare outcomes by utilizing your expertise as a DRG Downgrade Appeals Clinician, performing clinical reviews and crafting compelling appeal documentation to support medical necessity and...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $211K *

Engineer cutting-edge machine learning solutions to optimize pipelines, enhance model performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, leveraging cloud technologies and operational best pract...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Drive efficiency at the highest level by managing daily operations, enhancing performance, and leading coaching initiatives. Collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders to foster growth and addre...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Lead day-to-day operations by managing performance, billing, and PNL. Collaborate with team leads and senior management to drive results, promote a positive culture, and ensure KPI achievement while f...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI integration as a Senior Engineer, building robust, scalable systems that blend backend engineering with machine learning capabilities. Drive innovations in production environmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $154K *

The Emergency Management Specialist at Parsons will conduct integrated assessments to evaluate the survivability of critical U.S. Air Force mission systems and infrastructures. This role involves trav...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of the Global Quality Compliance support functions to streamline processes, ensure compliance, and enhance the Quality Management System through effective document oversight, training m...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.