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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$154K - $234K *

Elevate your career by leading teams to build and optimize cutting-edge data platforms, impacting industries worldwide while fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth in a customer-centric envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $115K *

Play a key role in managing technical execution for complex client accounts, collaborating with teams to resolve issues and improve processes. Thrive in a dynamic, remote-friendly environment, enhanci...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$102K - $170K *

Contribute to the improvement of clinical documentation practices by leading a team of CDI specialists, engaging with various stakeholders, and driving performance metrics to enhance accuracy and comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by managing remote teams and enhancing productivity, while implementing innovative processes to foster collaboration and growth within a dynamic remote work environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Tackle high-stakes RFI and RFP responses, driving company revenue through compelling proposals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance proposal strategies and content, ensuring alignment w...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $163K *

Unlock potential by analyzing business processes and collaborating with stakeholders to define requirements. Support solution design and implementation, ensuring technology aligns with operational goa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $195K *

Champion customer-centric business outcomes by translating technology solutions into measurable financial value, collaborating with sales, engineering, and marketing teams to drive success and optimiz...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $135K *

Join a team that's redefining provider services by overseeing the design, implementation, and delivery of innovative programs. Collaborate with executives to ensure strategic goals align with project...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive the strategy for scalable Fleet Operations products by synthesizing user needs, guiding cross-functional teams, and ensuring robust, technically sound solutions that enhance operational efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in advancing neuropsychiatric therapies by overseeing clinical trials, engaging with clients, and guiding junior medical professionals while ensuring compliance and operational excelle...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $245K *

Build and operate innovative AI infrastructure solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance capabilities, ensuring secure, reusable systems that drive the governed use of AI te...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $300K *

Advance your career by leading the design and strategy of our enterprise data architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish scalable data solutions that drive analytics and operat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $266K *

Unlock potential by leading and managing a dynamic R&D team focused on Space Remote Sensing and Data Science. Drive innovation, facilitate staff development, and ensure project deliverables align with...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading expert-level support and configuration of applications. Mentor junior analysts and enhance operational efficiencies through training and collaboration across all organizati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of workload orchestration by owning the deployment and management of agents and models on Kubernetes, driving resource allocation, scaling, and ensuring reliability across diverse arc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to drive revenue in the legal sector by fostering relationships with major accounts and guiding clients to success with tailored solutions. Leverage your expertise in enterprise so...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Champion research advancement by overseeing the management of grants and contracts, ensuring compliance and fiscal accountability from award initiation to closeout while collaborating with faculty and...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$120K - $181K *

Lead compliance efforts in licensing for remote sensing satellites, ensuring operator adherence to Federal regulations. Deliver technical analyses and coordination among experts to support NOAA’s miss...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $211K *

Transform the customer journey by leading global capability initiatives in campaign planning and automation, optimizing engagement strategies, and driving measurable business impact through collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Lead market positioning and go-to-market strategy to drive growth and sales enablement. Collaborate across teams to create compelling content and measure impact, ensuring products resonate with target...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Discover innovative AI solutions that enhance healthcare workflows, improve patient access to therapies, and drive significant impact within a dynamic team focused on transforming complex challenges i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $147K *

Unlock your potential by driving innovation through complex decision systems. Engage in all software development stages, influencing strategy, and shaping technical solutions that impact millions of u...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape technical project delivery by managing diverse teams and resources. Drive efficiency through project planning, execution, and cost control, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and quali...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$122K - $170K *

Create a proactive customer experience engine by building processes, tools, and insights. Lead cross-functional initiatives, synthesize customer feedback, and manage operational teams to enhance custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate our testing operations by overseeing a dynamic team, managing workflows, and ensuring optimal performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to solve problems and enhance member experience while...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 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.