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 - $152K *

Join a forward-thinking team to lead and enhance enterprise-wide business processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize workflows, implement changes, and drive innovative solutions that support...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's empowering public sector operations through advanced analytics, simulation, and optimization techniques. Enhance decision-making and optimize performance with your expertise in Oper...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Optimize security operations by monitoring and enhancing computing environments. Proactively identify and address security threats, ensuring robust defense mechanisms and timely incident response for...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $211K *

Explore unique B2B marketing solutions as a Sr Product Manager, guiding specialized modeling initiatives. Drive intelligence layers and collaborate across teams to craft impactful revenue-driven outco...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $360K *

Lead the charge in medical safety for pharmaceutical products, ensuring robust benefit-risk assessments and regulatory compliance. Oversee cross-functional teams to enhance patient safety and product...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $97K *

Engineer complex cloud network solutions, enhance service offerings, and support customers in a diverse IT environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure high performance, reliability, and compliance w...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $170K *

Transform the insurance landscape by connecting strategy with technology, driving innovative product development, and ensuring solutions meet evolving customer needs while collaborating with diverse s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $187K *

Serve as a Principal Engineer to enhance AI security controls, drive secure adoption, and build defenses against AI threats. Collaborate across tech teams to implement scalable and modern security sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the scalability and security of our cloud infrastructure while optimizing deployment processes to ensure high-quality software delivery. Collaborate with global teams to enhance system performan...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in strategic planning and modernization of U.S. Navy systems, providing expert technical analysis and guidance. Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to enhance capa...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $215K *

Shape the future of medical policy by leading payer strategy and engagement initiatives, driving access for innovative oncology solutions, and collaborating across teams to enhance patient care and re...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Design and build scalable Ironclad CLM solutions, translating client needs into effective architectures while ensuring best practices and project delivery within constraints, all while leading collabo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of security governance in highly-regulated markets. Take ownership of critical compliance programs and cultivate a proactive security posture to enhance organizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $90K *

Contribute to quality assurance initiatives by validating applications and products against customer specifications, while leading a team to implement testing standards and practices across various so...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $165K *

Lead the charge in building a robust data analytics ecosystem. Shape scalable ELT pipelines, data models, and executive dashboards utilizing modern cloud technologies for enhanced business insights an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engage and elevate client relationships to drive success and retention. Oversee complex portfolio management, execute recovery strategies, and coordinate with executive sponsors to tackle performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $105K *

Transform interprofessional education through innovative training programs, fostering teamwork and communication. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance experiential learning in healthcare settings...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $125K *

Lead the execution of healthcare technology projects, ensuring compliance and effective communication across teams. This role requires managing project lifecycles while collaborating with stakeholders...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Drive strategic enhancements in AI-powered support tools to optimize customer interactions, ensuring high-quality responses through collaboration, analysis, and continuous improvement for superior use...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$238K - $322K *

Innovate in healthcare by overseeing Utilization Management programs, driving clinical accuracy, and collaborating for measurable outcomes. Support strategic direction and ensure compliance while enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $154K *

Transform enterprise trial experiences by leading tailored execution of Samsara technology. Collaborate across teams to drive success in customer trials, ensuring impactful outcomes that enhance sales...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the effectiveness of enablement programs across the GTM ecosystem. Drive accountability and optimize initiatives to maximize productivity and revenue outcomes through strate...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Champion a transformative demand engine by architecting integrated marketing systems. Lead diverse teams to optimize GTM strategies, engage channel partners, and ensure seamless regional execution whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $125K *

Transform your career by managing QA/QC plans for construction projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while collaborating effectively with diverse teams to uphold quality standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$106K - $159K *

Unlock potential by leading integration initiatives and providing expert guidance within a dynamic team, ensuring effective business solutions and improved service delivery for a portfolio of global c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.