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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$90K - $120K *

Optimize building assessments and capital projects while leading teams and managing client relationships. Oversee project scopes, budgets, and timelines to deliver impactful outcomes in a collaborativ...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $190K *

Empower digital transformation as a Principal Engineer, leading Model-Based Definition initiatives. Drive strategic execution, implement MBD practices, and enhance data interoperability in engineering...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing eDiscovery projects by collaborating with clients, developing strategies, and ensuring successful execution. Your expertise in project management and Relativity will drive...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale engineering projects within Power Generation & Transmission and Digital Infrastructure. Collaborate across diverse teams to ensure timely, safe, and high-qualit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Deliver leadership and management of contractor performance to ensure efficient program execution, integration, staffing, and quality control while maintaining robust communication with stakeholders t...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance patient care by executing effective health management plans. Your skills will drive evaluation and coordination of healthcare services, ensuring quality outcomes and cost-ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Execute seamless SaaS implementations by leading project delivery, ensuring customer success through effective communication, resource tracking, and team collaboration in a fast-paced environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $176K *

Join a team that's passionate about project success and safety, leading high-stakes data center projects by coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, solving issues proactively, and driving business...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by enabling clients to embed effective data governance. In this hands-on role, you'll guide teams, facilitate processes, and implement robust controls, ensuring data stewardship is...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion exceptional IT infrastructure solutions and end-user services by leading a diverse team that ensures secure, reliable, and scalable technology operations while collaborating with key stakehol...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of pharmacy management by developing clinical initiatives and evaluating programs for cost-effective pharmaceutical services, ensuring quality care through collaboration with various...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading Quality Assurance for combination products. Ensure regulatory compliance and quality oversight while collaborating across teams and external partners. Drive excellence in p...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $200K *

Join us to empower enterprise customers with tailored security solutions, addressing their complex needs through expert technical guidance, engaging demonstrations, and strategic collaboration with sa...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $200K *

Help us tackle complex security challenges by serving as a trusted advisor, collaborating with Sales to design innovative solutions that connect technical capabilities to measurable business outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engage in the strategic development and management of diverse product integrations, working collaboratively across teams to enhance customer compliance and streamline operational efficiency while supp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $190K *

Develop and execute strategic communications programs, driving client engagement and ROI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage multiple projects, and mentor junior staff to ensure high-qual...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $225K *

Transform your career by leading strategic initiatives within the Specialist Sales team, driving impactful decisions that shape long-term business performance and growth in a dynamic, cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $145K *

Lead the charge in architecting and implementing sophisticated Marketo environments, guiding clients through Marketo technical strategies while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance marketing au...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $200K *

Shape the future of operations by partnering with senior leadership to drive strategic priorities, build governance structures, and enhance decision-making across a complex global portfolio while fost...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $102K *

Accelerate progress at a leading firm as a Consultant, leveraging your SAP expertise to drive innovative solutions and enhance client operations. Collaborate across teams and deliver impactful insight...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $95K *

Execute innovative control systems engineering solutions for diverse industries, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance Building Automation Systems that meet project spe...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at optimizing client workflows through strategic consulting, guiding customers in leveraging Bullhorn products for successful implementations and improved user adoption. Collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging strategic analytics and customer engagement to drive impactful value consulting initiatives, translating complex technology benefits into compelling business outcomes in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team guiding software development efforts to support critical government initiatives, fostering collaboration, technical excellence, and innovative solutions while leading a group of sk...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Lead a high-performance engineering team to deliver AI-native solutions for secure file transfer across diverse environments, influencing critical infrastructure and security practices globally. Drive...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.