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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$103K - $181K *

Champion the development and support of a Project Information Management system, ensuring alignment within complex projects and providing key project support for business decisions, deliverables, and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us in translating experience strategy into scalable, secure digital solutions for Military Community and Family Policy initiatives. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure designs meet accessi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of legal education by leading a team focused on innovative programming in eDiscovery, legal technology, and artificial intelligence. Drive strategies that expand outreach and elevate...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$102K - $147K *

Accelerate growth by driving new business with C-level executives at Large Enterprises. Take ownership of the full sales cycle, build strong client relationships, and achieve sales targets while colla...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead transformative projects in cloud data solutions, collaborating with top clients and innovative teams to drive impactful business changes while managing service delivery and revenue growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Strategize and implement impactful clinician training programs to enhance the effective adoption of cardiovascular products. Lead a team in advancing medical education standards, ensuring alignment wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$158K - $279K *

Transform the monetization landscape by leading the strategy and execution of a comprehensive platform. Drive alignment across teams, ensuring accurate measurement and billing processes while enhancin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $212K *

Lead the design and delivery of AI-driven field solutions, ensuring seamless reporting and support for sales teams. Collaborate across functions to create impactful technology architecture and foster...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $230K *

Drive integrated public affairs strategy and communications, leading cross-functional initiatives to advance policy agendas and enhance stakeholder engagement in complex environments. Ensure measurabl...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading manual and automated QA testing, integrating AI tools to enhance software quality. Drive innovation while mentoring junior analysts, developing test plans, and streaml...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Champion the AI-first transformation of customer-facing SaaS products by leading engineering excellence and delivering scalable solutions. Guide a globally distributed team while collaborating cross-f...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$141K - $234K *

Transform healthcare analytics by leveraging advanced statistics and machine learning to uncover insights from complex datasets. Collaborate with experts to innovate and develop data-driven solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Champion the design and architecture of transformative Genesys Cloud CX solutions for healthcare contact centers, leading impactful discussions and ensuring compliance while enhancing user experience...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $101K *

Partner with us to enhance Group Underwriting processes, lead initiatives, and implement training. Drive efficiency and continuous improvement while collaborating with diverse teams in a dynamic and s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead international projects, mentor others, and ensure compliance. Manage projects effectively while adhering to quality standards and fostering strong customer relationships fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Help us enhance our security posture by overseeing vulnerability management, application security, and implementing AI-driven automation in a collaborative environment. You'll work with diverse teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in diverse project management responsibilities while leading teams, mentoring staff, and driving business development initiatives to deliver quality outcomes on time and within budget in a dyna...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform project execution by leading small to complex international projects. Drive team performance and uphold quality standards, while mentoring colleagues and supporting business development init...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $135K *

Create impactful integration solutions by designing, developing, and deploying SAP PI/PO and API frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior developers while supporting syste...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $144K *

Drive revenue growth and market expansion through client engagement, proposal management, and estimating for infrastructure and smart technology projects. Collaborate with teams to develop compelling...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engage in validating system functionality and performance within a DevSecOps environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on testing strategies to ensure quality, security compliance, and supp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $274K *

Lead the design and deployment of advanced search and retrieval systems, ensuring reliable performance and measurable impact across diverse legal and enterprise content. Collaborate with teams to opti...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $105K *

Drive customer success by managing accounts, achieving sales targets, and implementing RQI Portfolio solutions to enhance hospital systems, ensuring engagement and retention through meaningful relatio...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $105K *

Drive customer success through account management, best practices sharing, and consultative implementation, impacting healthcare outcomes while building long-lasting relationships and ensuring custome...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to driving customer success by managing accounts and implementing innovative solutions that support healthcare improvements and save lives. Build lasting relationships, ac...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 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.