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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$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in deploying Field Communication solutions for critical sectors. You will bridge operations and customer success, ensuring timely, high-quality deployments that enhance relationships a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Design and execute innovative product strategies for digital image exchange, ensuring seamless healthcare workflows and market differentiation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enter...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Shape data integration and analytics solutions, ensuring high-quality, scalable data systems. Lead technical design and improvements, collaborating with stakeholders to foster data-driven decision-mak...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $201K *

Drive strategic growth by managing high-value client relationships and executing targeted sales strategies within the Intellectual Property sector. Leverage expertise to engage senior stakeholders and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Empower software innovation by leading a team in coding and architecture, guiding performance, conducting technical discussions, and driving process improvements for a high-performing product delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $224K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions, guiding cross-functional teams in delivering exceptional healthcare technology products to enhance patient outcomes and streamline claim pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform complex cybersecurity insights into compelling content. Collaborate with teams to create strategic narratives for diverse audiences, track threats, and manage multimedia projects to enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Help us translate complex cybersecurity insights into engaging narratives for diverse audiences, crafting strategic content that influences stakeholders from practitioners to executives, while oversee...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower strategic storytelling in cybersecurity as you create compelling executive-facing content. Collaborate with technical teams to translate insights, manage projects, and engage diverse audiences...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $219K *

Drive the strategy and vision for Self-Reported Insights, enhancing developer experiences through impactful products. Lead cross-functional collaboration to translate insights into actionable value, i...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$139K - $174K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic database operations team. With over a decade of experience, guide strategic database infrastructure initiatives, ensure system reliability, and foster a cult...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $199K *

Partner with us to lead specialty operations, ensuring performance and compliance while driving strategic initiatives. Manage budgets, build teams, and foster accountability across a multi-site radiol...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading product strategy and market success for our EMG diagnostics portfolio. Drive innovation, oversee global launches, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to delive...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping K-12 education through effective project management. Oversee school construction and renovations, managing schedules, budgets, and communications to deliver inn...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$190K - $240K *

Unlock potential by leading the evolution of cybersecurity architecture for a secure enterprise. Drive innovation while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and aligning with Zero Trust princi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore opportunities as a Clinical & Regulatory Information Management SME, supporting client delivery across VeevaRIM and Clinical initiatives. Engage with stakeholders, optimize processes, and enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing clinical practice guidelines and evidence-based products. Collaborate with oncology experts to enhance healthcare standards through comprehensive literature reviews and i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $230K *

Deliver end-to-end IT leadership while modernizing the tech landscape. Lead a distributed team and own critical systems to enhance productivity, streamline operations, and harmonize employee experienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $166K *

Engage with districts to enhance curriculum adoption through seamless support and professional learning. Lead a dynamic team while driving operational excellence in a multi-product environment that fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Grow your leadership skills by delivering complex, large-scale projects. Partner with executive stakeholders and leverage AI tools to enhance project efficiency, build trusted relationships, and mento...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Join an innovative team to lead the development and integration of unmanned ground vehicles. Utilize your systems engineering expertise to drive project success, collaborate with multidisciplinary tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Transform the future of identity security as a Senior Product Manager, leading innovative AI-driven initiatives from concept to launch. Partner with cross-functional teams to ship impactful products t...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $302K *

Drive transformational change by leading the Decision Analytics team, shaping strategic data-driven decisions across the business, and building a proactive analytics culture that enhances overall perf...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $103K *

Transform daily operations of case management services, leading and developing staff to ensure quality service delivery while ensuring compliance and promoting best practices in care management...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $141K *

Reimagine healthcare payer operations by driving AI strategies and product vision across claims, member management, and benefit configuration, ensuring innovative capabilities deliver measurable value...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   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.