Become an authority in your professional field with high-paying Subject Matter Expert jobs as you provide specialized knowledge, guidance and insight.
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.
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.
AI Product Manager, Content Platform Operations and Publishing
$400K - $500K+*
Transform internal tools and content operations with innovative AI solutions, leading strategic initiatives that enhance personalization and efficiency in content distribution and management, while co...
3 days ago
Supplier Contracting & Performance Manager
$106K - $132K *
Unlock potential by managing vendor relationships and contract administration, driving performance across 200+ suppliers. This role champions strategic partnerships, contract negotiations, and KPI ove...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team to deliver technical expertise in turbomachinery servicing, overseeing installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance projects globally, while ensuring customer satisfaction and c...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $189K *
Drive transformation in Identity and Access Management by implementing user solutions and enhancing security practices for cloud integrations. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and improve...
4 days ago
Senior Manager, Customer Migration & Transformation
$125K - $160K *
Lead the charge in shaping a scalable, repeatable delivery model for customer migrations, ensuring optimized execution and enhanced customer experiences across global teams. Drive operational excellen...
Reposted yesterday
Director of AI & Machine Learning
$130K - $180K *
Transform AI capabilities across the organization by leading strategic initiatives, developing practical solutions, and fostering team growth to enhance efficiency and customer value through innovativ...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$148K - $236K *
Transform the future of analyst relations by leading strategic initiatives, engaging industry experts, and driving insights that shape company positioning as a leader in AI for physical operations. Jo...
1 week ago
Principal ICAM Modernization Leader
$135K - $216K *
Accelerate transformation as a Principal ICAM Modernization Leader, driving IAM cloud solutions in complex environments. Leverage your expertise to guide teams, manage project lifecycles, and implemen...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $100K *
Lead the transformation of raw data into actionable insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and standardize KPIs, and ensure data integrity through advanced analytics and robust...
1 week ago
End Market Development Manager
$90K - $120K *
Help us transform waste into value by leading market development for organics and recyclables. Enhance our commercialization strategy, forge strategic partnerships, and drive an innovative approach th...
1 week ago
Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst
$105K - $123K *
Champion financial planning and analysis processes to drive strategic insights, enhance reporting, and support executive decision-making in a collaborative environment where operational excellence is...
2 weeks ago
SAP Tivoli Consultant - Remote
$90K - $120K *
Support daily Tivoli operations by managing alerts, executing runbooks, and troubleshooting to ensure service stability and operational efficiency in a remote setting...
1 week ago
Applied Research Scientist, LLM Evaluation & Post-Training
$175K - $225K *
Champion cutting-edge AI research by leading LLM evaluation initiatives. Work collaboratively to develop frameworks that enhance model performance through innovative evaluation methods, driving impact...
1 week ago
Manager, Infrastructure Advisory
$90K - $120K *
Drive sustainable community recovery by leading risk assessments and climate readiness initiatives. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to formulate strategic adaptations that enhance resilience, en...
1 week ago
$100K - $130K *
Lead the design and development of scalable software solutions, optimizing code quality and performance through collaborative practices and innovative system architecture in a fast-paced environment...
Reposted 3 days ago
Director of Regulatory Affairs
$130K - $180K *
Reimagine regulatory compliance by driving strategies that navigate the dynamic landscape of blockchain and cryptocurrency. Collaborate with stakeholders and lead initiatives that safeguard innovation...
1 week ago
Senior Marketing Insights Analyst
$102K - $182K *
Lead the charge in transforming data into actionable insights, enhancing marketing effectiveness and optimizing the digital customer journey. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic...
1 week ago
Senior Partner Data Specialist
$129K - $207K *
Innovate data governance and partner lifecycle management, ensuring data integrity and effective program engagement across enterprise systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operat...
1 week ago
IT Asset Management (ITAM) Support Specialist (VA ESOM)
$75K - $95K *
Elevate asset management by leading modernization initiatives in Federal IT, enhancing compliance, and driving operational efficiency across hardware and software lifecycle management...
1 week ago
Senior Product Manager, Market Expansion - Merchant Central
$120K - $145K *
Tackle international market expansion as you lead the global launch of SaaS products. Own the strategy, drive integrations, and collaborate cross-functionally to establish a strong presence in Canada...
1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Lead and innovate total rewards strategies, guiding multiple teams to drive performance and achieve departmental goals while influencing key stakeholders and managing complex business challenges...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Manager/Associate Director/Director, Packaging & Labeling Operations
$120K - $150K *
Shape the future of packaging and labeling operations by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing product lifecycle management through effective collaboration with...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $130K *
Champion business analysis leadership throughout the project lifecycle, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure solutions meet requirements, mitigate risks, and deliver successful outcomes in a dyna...
2 weeks ago
MEP Construction Manager II (Heavy Travel)
$99K - $120K *
Create a streamlined construction process as the onsite advocate, overseeing MEP systems from design through closeout, ensuring adherence to owner requirements for scope, schedule, budget, and operabi...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $280K *
Join our dynamic team to optimize sales strategies and empower clients by leveraging data and insights. Engage with top executives, represent the company at industry events, and drive product evolutio...
3 days ago
What qualifications are required for a Subject Matter Expert job?
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?
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?
On Ladders, Subject Matter Expert jobs pay $100,000 per year or more, with exact amounts depending on industry, location, and level of expertise.