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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$120K - $140K *

Drive impactful Professional Services delivery by managing complex projects that enhance customer value and collaboration. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time completion, while foste...

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Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that designs and implements unified identity and access governance models across cloud environments, enhancing security and operational efficiency for our client's NetOps initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engage in shaping compliance initiatives by managing program operations and conducting investigations, while partnering with teams to enhance risk management in a dynamic healthcare environment...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $225K *

Transform the AI landscape in Financial Services by leveraging your expertise to guide strategic initiatives and drive innovation as a Director of AI Industry Solutions, supporting customer engagement...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming the MGA landscape by leading complex consulting engagements, crafting tailored solutions, and mentoring dynamic professionals. This role requires strategic influence an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $260K *

Empower and lead a high-performing team of Product Specialists to enhance technical validation and improve sales efficacy. Drive operational excellence and define strategic engagements to maximize org...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $88K *

Drive enterprise reporting and analytics solutions using Microsoft Fabric and Power BI, collaborating closely with technical and business teams to develop, validate, and optimize reporting that suppor...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join our team to lead regulatory strategies across major programs, driving impactful submissions and fostering collaboration within a challenging and dynamic environment. Embrace the opportunity to in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead a multidisciplinary team in shaping impactful research agendas, driving innovation in scientific applications while developing talent and overseeing projects from hypothesis to deployment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $181K *

Create transformative AI capabilities by guiding clients in adopting Microsoft Copilot through design-led strategies, effective enablement, and measurable outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $220K *

Engage as a strategic leader orchestrating enterprise solutions, bridging customer needs with engineering capabilities to deliver groundbreaking results. Drive innovation in AI and cross-functional co...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team driving market insights while leveraging your clinical expertise to lead high-impact projects and foster strong relationships within the healthcare and life sciences sectors, prior...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Drive end-to-end project delivery for complex IT engagements, ensuring client satisfaction, budget management, and cross-functional team coordination. Lead the project lifecycle from initiation to clo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Design innovative data solutions and guide teams to deliver impactful analytics, ensuring alignment with client objectives and architecture standards while managing tight timelines and legacy systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving innovative Actimize IFM solutions, developing custom components, and overseeing solution upgrades. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while providing expert guidance in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Lead the development and execution of our global ABX program, targeting key enterprise accounts to drive engagement and revenue. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leverage data-driven strate...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead data governance and FAIR practices to drive analytics, AI innovation, and data strategy across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish scalable data management framew...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Contribute to innovative structural engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery from design to construction while fostering collaboration in a multidisciplinary team environment...

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2 weeks ago

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

$77K - $118K *

Pioneer AI-driven quality engineering, enhancing automation frameworks and validating innovative software solutions while ensuring high standards of performance, reliability, and data integrity throug...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $187K *

Innovate with a data-driven team focused on transforming healthcare. Collaborate across product, sales, and marketing to shape impactful strategies that drive market growth in the life sciences sector...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $159K *

Champion client success by ensuring seamless technology delivery, driving engagement in implementation, and enabling optimal product adoption. Leverage your technical expertise and leadership skills t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize complex D365 F&O solutions by leading functional architecture, aligning finance and operations, and ensuring future-ready implementations that transform business strategies and drive long-ter...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow program management excellence by leading multi-project construction teams, ensuring quality, safety, and alignment with client goals. Drive operational efficiency and mentor emerging leaders in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $126K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring quality credentialing for providers. Utilize your analytical skills and experience in a collaborative environment to streamline processes and enhance provider...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $155K *

Drive strategic partner marketing initiatives across AMER, collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance demand generation, increase partner engagement, and maximize pipeline opportunities for growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.