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 - $130K *

Pioneer client success through effective adoption of Workforce Engagement Management solutions, fostering impactful relationships, structured programs, and expert guidance to drive measurable operatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Drive HR strategies and engage as a strategic partner to leaders, enhancing team performance and fostering a high-impact environment for approximately 150 remote employees across diverse teams in a fa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $172K *

Elevate operational success at a national level by leading a large IT support team, ensuring compliance with federal standards and delivering exceptional service to multiple clients while fostering a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $265K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth for the Commercial and Mid-market segments. You'll partner with sales leaders, analyze business performance, and lead initiatives to optimize impact and exc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Empower impactful product strategies, navigating complex domains autonomously, driving measurable outcomes while mentoring and elevating fellow PMs. Your leadership will shape the future of mental hea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $189K *

Engineer and manage Lenel OnGuard Enterprise systems to enhance access control solutions. Collaborate with a dedicated team to troubleshoot issues, configure deployments, and implement innovative secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Optimize the flagship SaaS SRM platform by managing product features and workflows. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance user experience, engage customers, and drive measurable outcomes in a multi-s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $282K *

Transform customer experience by leading data enablement and platform strategies. Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance data governance and usability, while developing high-performing teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to epidemiologic and scientific projects by analyzing real-world EMR data, ensuring high-quality programming outputs through SAS, and collaborating with cross-functional teams for regulator...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $165K *

Lead the charge in driving Professional Services sales and client success, managing comprehensive service delivery while achieving revenue and margin goals across diverse accounts in the US and collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $170K *

Lead the integration of new data sources into the platform, ensuring rigorous evaluation and accurate mapping. Collaborate across teams to translate requirements into integration specifications, drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$232K - $293K *

Lead a high-performing team focused on strategic technical engagement with partners. Drive co-innovation and ensure successful integrations while collaborating across functions to achieve technical ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower a customer-centric culture by leading the design and execution of an innovative customer experience program. Collaborate across functions to achieve measurable improvements and drive organizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $150K *

Help us drive oncology research site performance through strategic partnerships and clinical trial enrollment growth. You'll manage key relationships, influence outcomes, and align strategies to eleva...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $132K *

Lead the charge in analyzing clinical development needs, collaborating with diverse teams, and delivering precise requirements for healthcare software solutions, ensuring compliance with regulatory st...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $140K *

Pioneer impactful medical documentation to support clinical trials and regulatory submissions. Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality deliverables while maintaining strong client relationships...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading complex fintech projects, ensuring successful implementation and delivery while nurturing client relationships and mentoring junior team members for optimal project outc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $207K *

Shape the future of cloud solutions by driving technical initiatives and customer engagements, ensuring successful implementation of AWS services in the State and Local Government sector. Partner with...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$66K - $106K *

Empower operations as a System Administrator for MODES III, managing AWS and on-prem cloud systems. Ensure system security, availability, and performance while collaborating with DevOps teams to suppo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $237K *

Join a team that drives innovation by rapidly delivering AI-driven data solutions. Collaborate across engineering and business units to identify high-value applications and ensure effective deployment...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $145K *

Engage in strategic growth initiatives and proposal management, driving competitive positioning and enhancing proposal performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resource utiliza...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $247K *

Lead enterprise IT delivery management initiatives, driving governance, operational readiness, and strategic alignment across technology programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Elevate client relationships as you manage a diverse portfolio, drive engagement, and achieve clinical outcomes. You'll collaborate proactively to enhance service offerings while ensuring client satis...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving core banking system conversions for credit unions. Lead all project phases, ensuring seamless integration and communication while managing critical paths and ri...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $110K *

Unlock insights as a Senior Data Analyst, collaborating across teams to enhance organic search performance for diverse clients through data analysis and strategic recommendations, while supporting pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.