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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$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

$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

$113K - $190K *

Discover innovative analytics solutions, leading client engagements and teams to maximize the value of content and data in a dynamic environment. Shape measurement frameworks, enhance operational effi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$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 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

$90K *

Shape your career by building trusted relationships in the PK-12 education sector, promoting innovative solutions, and generating meaningful opportunities for facility improvements that enhance learni...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$190K - $300K *

Accelerate global excellence in Field Medical by defining standards, driving performance, and advancing scientific exchange capabilities. Collaborate across teams to reshape industry benchmarks and en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $240K *

Lead and manage M&A transactions from evaluation to close, guiding a small team through sourcing, financial analysis, and negotiation to drive inorganic growth in strategic areas. Collaborate across f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Champion strategic growth by leading transformative pursuits and consultative sales processes. Drive collaboration across global teams, focusing on operational excellence and winning strategies for ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $140K *

Develop and execute a B2B content strategy that drives demand, influences growth, and differentiates market offerings. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure engaging narratives resonate throughout the...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $180K *

Drive strategic growth and major enterprise-level pursuits by leading collaborative sales processes globally, emphasizing the Buildings + Places business line while aligning with client priorities for...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Champion strategic growth by leading enterprise-level pursuits, fostering collaboration across business teams, and ensuring operational excellence throughout the sales lifecycle with a primary focus o...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Partner with us to shape strategic growth by leading major pursuits and driving consultative sales processes. Engage multidisciplinary teams globally to deliver value-driven solutions aligned with cli...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Innovate security strategies by executing assessments across diverse cloud environments, identifying vulnerabilities, and partnering with teams to enhance defenses and safeguard customer data...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $265K *

Elevate engineering productivity by optimizing workflows, driving strategic initiatives, and implementing metrics that enhance delivery speed and quality. Collaborate cross-functionally, fostering an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer impactful growth strategies by building strong relationships with key decision-makers in strategic accounts, leveraging your expertise to drive sales expansion and collaboration across teams f...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Contribute to the establishment of AI-native security solutions by leading technical design and client delivery. You'll drive architectural standards, oversee implementations, and ensure integration a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $223K *

Empower a dynamic product marketing team to drive go-to-market strategies, deliver compelling messaging, and enhance sales enablement initiatives across fuel, EV, and telematics solutions to position...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $95K *

Help us accelerate progress by providing technical expertise and support to clinical study sites, enhancing data collection and ensuring proper implementation of study-related technologies across vari...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $172K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare innovation by collaborating with professionals to foster scientific knowledge, enhance patient outcomes, and drive product development initiatives through enga...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Lead strategic business development initiatives to drive growth in patient access services. Collaborate with internal partners and build strong client relationships to identify opportunities and deliv...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Engage with global MSPs and GSIs to drive revenue growth through strategic relationships, leveraging deep industry knowledge and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling Nexthin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data architecture, shaping a robust ecosystem to support data analytics operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to design scalable solutions that transform d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.