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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$79K - $122K *

Join a team that ensures quality assurance across IT services, managing compliance and performance to enhance user satisfaction and operational effectiveness for the Department of State's mission...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Deliver exceptional customer program management by leading implementations and driving adoption. Collaborate across teams and engage with diverse stakeholders to ensure successful AI application deplo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$275K - $325K *

Innovate and execute the strategic vision for a leading healthcare analytics platform, driving growth, technology advancement, and financial performance while leading a high-performing team to achieve...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $168K *

Champion the development and operational deployment of vehicle firmware, leveraging IoT data to enhance fleet safety and efficiency through collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $184K *

Elevate the driver experience by developing cutting-edge AI-driven backend systems. As the team's first dedicated SWE, you'll shape product direction, ensuring reliability and real-time interaction, w...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $300K *

Advance strategic alliances by managing OEM data licensing and GSI partnerships, driving revenue growth through focused execution and strong collaboration with Product, Sales, and Architecture teams t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate the security posture by managing SIEM tools and ensuring compliance, while developing secure installation guides and addressing vulnerabilities. Collaborate with teams to maintain robust IT...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $273K *

Transform the MarTech landscape by leading content management and workflow initiatives. Drive strategic direction, enhance tools like Adobe Experience Manager, and mentor a high-performing team to opt...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $215K *

Drive cross-functional excellence by leading complex, enterprise-level programs, ensuring alignment with corporate goals while facilitating collaboration among diverse stakeholders for impactful outco...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$235K - $306K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in driving government business development across defense, intelligence, and federal sectors. Lead strategic initiatives to build relationships and enhance market...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$172K - $270K *

Shape enterprise policy governance, ensuring compliance and accuracy while leading a dedicated team to enhance risk management strategies and support board governance activities. Collaborate across fu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape our compliance program, ensuring regulatory compliance across HIPAA, HITRUST, and SOC 2. Drive policy creation, audit readiness, and vendor risk management while supporting M&A integration effor...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive scalable AEO and SEO solutions by creating repeatable project frameworks, ensuring efficient execution for AEO teams, while maintaining essential templates for strategic client interactions and...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Join us to execute comprehensive marketing strategies, cultivate client partnerships, and enhance proposal processes within the Health Insurance sector while driving membership growth and premium expa...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Empower growth and strategy for a key provider network, leading team efforts and high-level partnerships. Shape the commercial model while driving performance and representing strategy effectively at...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Manage customer implementations by establishing strategies, building relationships, and leading cross-functional teams to drive engagement success and align organizational goals with measurable outcom...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional support for FedRamp clients. You'll build trusted relationships, lead customer lifecycle management, and drive value realization for strategic fe...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $186K *

Join our dynamic team and lead transformative service design initiatives that enhance customer experiences for Fortune 500 clients. Engage with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver impactful, measurabl...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $250K *

Lead the charge in advancing product safety by developing robust safety frameworks and engaging with partners and regulators. Leverage a multi-disciplinary team to manage the path towards safe and com...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Empower teams by driving Lean Agile practices while coordinating project management efforts to enhance Veterans Health Administration initiatives. Lead high-impact projects, engage stakeholders, and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $170K *

Drive business growth as an Executive Underwriter - Specialty, fostering agent relationships, facilitating underwriting, and shaping profitable strategies to enhance our market presence and support ou...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $248K *

Engage in designing and building scalable data pipelines that enhance AI-enabled workflows in Revenue Cycle Management, while managing cloud-native platforms and ensuring high standards of data qualit...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $135K *

Join a team that drives product innovation by integrating advanced geospatial data and AI, enhancing public safety operations. Lead cross-functional initiatives to deliver high-quality solutions that...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead advanced healthcare strategy initiatives, enhancing quality measurement and value-based care systems. As a Senior Strategic Advisor, you'll influence key client outcomes while driving...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion customer success by managing key GovCon accounts, driving platform adoption and value realization. Collaborate with teams to ensure customer engagement and identify opportunities for growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

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.