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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$145K - $155K *

Help us drive the next generation of AI-powered tools in education. You'll partner closely with cross-functional teams to execute a clear strategy, shape innovative solutions, and enhance student outc...

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Yesterday

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

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering compelling proposals, managing schedules, and leading collaborative efforts to create high-quality responses to Federal solicitations, ensuring compliance an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $153K *

Transform client challenges into streamlined solutions by leading ServiceNow workstreams, collaborating with technical teams, and translating complex requirements into actionable designs, all while fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $188K *

Lead ServiceNow workstreams and collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions. Engage with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical designs, enhancing process efficiency and sy...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $176K *

Empower effective application support and operational excellence through collaboration, monitoring, and continuous improvement, while ensuring compliance and risk management in a dynamic enterprise en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $190K *

Join a team that's transforming customer support by driving AI-native operations and enhancing agent readiness. Lead cross-functional teams to elevate quality and coaching while aligning strategic goa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing document management standards across collaboration platforms, ensuring organization, adherence to policies, and providing user support to maintain a consistent, accessibl...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Bring your expertise to foster customer partnerships and drive success, guiding clients to achieve their business objectives and realize value through strategic engagement and ongoing relationship man...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $170K *

Champion our security compliance initiatives, leading ISO 27001 and SOC 2 efforts while ensuring audit readiness and enhancing risk management practices across teams for regulated environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $276K *

Unlock potential by leading the marketing strategy for a transformative Data Platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive adoption and create impactful narratives that resonate with tech...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by analyzing complex healthcare IT requirements, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring project excellence to support Medicare and Medicaid initiatives through Agile methodolo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Pioneer automation in the mainframe arena while mentoring a skilled team. Drive efficiency through Ansible expertise, ensuring optimal system performance and seamless operational workflows...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $101K *

Collaborate with us to deliver impactful consulting and implementation projects, ensuring client satisfaction and workflow efficiency in healthcare settings. Leverage AI tools, mentor colleagues, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Champion program execution for SCM by leading ERP integration in a complex supply chain landscape. Build and guide the execution team, manage contract performance, and ensure successful alignment with...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $168K *

Champion complex solution strategies and mentor teams to enhance K-12 sales performance. Leverage deep product expertise to guide sales processes and customer engagements, ensuring impactful results a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $135K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance training services in K-12 districts. Drive quality initiatives, manage budgets, and implement strategic training processes ensuring high customer satisfaction and contin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive product strategy for financial management solutions, leveraging AI to transform processes and elevate outcomes. Lead a dynamic team to redefine accountability and deliver comprehensive value to...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $252K *

Shape the future of cutting-edge unmanned systems by leading technical strategies and fostering innovation, ensuring successful program execution and stakeholder collaboration across diverse engineeri...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock innovative solutions as a Principal User Experience Designer, driving high-quality design across complex products. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to deliver scalable, user-cente...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in driving product strategy and execution for large-scale AI-driven solutions, partnering with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs and achieve significant business impact acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $248K *

Join a team that's enhancing enterprise financial systems through technical leadership and innovative application development. Drive improvements, troubleshoot issues, and maintain system reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $236K *

Transform your career by leading product marketing and customer insights for AI and data products. Collaborate with diverse teams, shape strategies, and drive revenue growth in enterprise markets thro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse project initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance project progression while driving operational improvements and innovative solutions. Your expertise...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Transform learning experiences as a key driver in managing client Learning Management Systems. Oversee integration, partner onboarding, and ensure project alignment with government stakeholders, enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion PRISM's content intelligence engine by architecting B2B systems, integrating financial workflows, and governing user interfaces to redefine commercial decision-making in film, TV, and streami...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.