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 *

Lead the charge in managing complex clinical data projects, ensuring timely, accurate execution and compliance with protocols while mentoring team members and optimizing processes for successful outco...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $133K *

Unlock your potential by fostering customer trust through strategic engagements, guiding impactful discussions on security, compliance, and responsible AI, while collaborating across teams to resonate...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$420K *

Champion the growth of a new product by leading a team of account executives, refining go-to-market strategies, and fostering collaboration across departments to drive sales success in mid-market and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$420K *

Join a team that's driving product growth by leading an agile sales force focused on mid-market and enterprise clients. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful solutions and exceed ambitio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$420K *

Elevate your career by leading a high-performance sales team to drive product growth. Collaborate across functions and refine GTM strategies while maintaining strong client relationships in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$420K *

Transform the sales landscape by leading a high-performing team focused on accelerating product growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize strategies and ensure successful execution in a fast...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$420K *

Lead and empower a dynamic sales team to drive growth in Mid-Market and Enterprise sectors. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize strategies and champion an inclusive culture as you achieve quart...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$420K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic sales team focused on innovative product growth. Drive impactful strategies while cultivating relationships and achieving quarterly targets in a collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$420K *

Lead the charge in expanding our enterprise sales team, empowering innovative technology solutions. Drive performance metrics, develop talent, and foster a high-performing culture, all while championi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of client relations by building partnerships and enhancing service delivery. Drive program success with your strategic mindset and effective project management skills in a dynamic hea...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $170K *

Manage and oversee consulting projects from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality deliverables while coaching junior consultants and maintaining client relationships. Drive strategic insights...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $188K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of training and change management, delivering impactful AI-enabled software solutions. Leverage your expertise to drive client engagement and ensure successful pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading a Solutions Engineering team, guiding complex pre-sales solutioning, and enhancing customer integration experiences while driving a consistent and efficient implementa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $148K *

Optimize client engagement by leading project workstreams and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Collaborate with teams to manage client relationships and enhance consulting practices while coaching...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cybersecurity by engaging in threat hunting and analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify vulnerabilities and enhance security measures, ens...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead cloud migration and modernization initiatives, managing project staffing and resources, while ensuring Agile practices are followed and project risks are mitigated for multiple complex software d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Join us in maximizing customer satisfaction as you guide mid-market and enterprise clients through their journey, ensuring successful adoption, renewals, and growth, while building strong, lasting rel...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $198K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of vascular medical education by managing programs, fostering KOL relationships, and ensuring compliance while collaborating across teams to enhance training effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $202K *

Engage with energy and utilities leaders to provide strategic insights on IT and OT convergence, enhancing operations, driving innovation, and optimizing business models through targeted research, pub...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading complex Workday Advanced Compensation projects, navigating solution dynamics for clients, and driving best practices for optimal implementation and support under HCM. Jo...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $100K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional client implementations by managing sophisticated project plans, overseeing technical deliverables, and fostering cross-functional collaboration for a seamless...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the next phase of healthcare integration by developing Rhapsody interfaces that enhance the Federal Electronic Health Record. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and ensure seamles...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Inspire a dynamic team of sales professionals driving advisory consulting success. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance advisor engagement and elevate the Wealth Management Platform while collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing acquisition support services, ensuring compliance with FAR and successful execution of contracting activities while overseeing personnel and maintaining performance standar...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing senior-level database administration expertise for critical production environments, ensuring optimal performance and security while supporting mission-focused applica...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.