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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping intelligence operations by providing expert analysis and strategic recommendations to support USSOCOM. Collaborate with teams to optimize comprehensive intelligence methodol...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovative CNO development in a dynamic team environment, tackling complex cybersecurity challenges and delivering impactful solutions while collaborating closely with key stakeholders and adher...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by designing innovative automotive training solutions. Utilize your expertise in instructional design and hands-on automotive knowledge to create impactful learning content for tec...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer your career in enterprise project data systems by providing expert technical guidance, facilitating migration processes, and enhancing database functionalities in a collaborative environment f...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by providing expert guidance and support for the EPDS application, ensuring effective data migration, operational maintenance, and innovative enhancements that drive project succ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Oversee and enhance IT services, driving innovation and reliability across campus to support student success. Lead a team in optimizing infrastructure, managing vendors, and implementing cutting-edge...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive advanced geospatial analysis and product development in support of Special Operations missions, leveraging technical expertise to solve complex intelligence challenges and enhance targeting meth...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower Special Operations by leveraging advanced geospatial analysis and methodologies to produce actionable intelligence products supporting the F3EA targeting cycle and addressing complex tactical...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $140K *

Champion the analysis of intellectual property and data rights to support government weapon system projects, ensuring compliance and risk assessment throughout the development lifecycle while collabor...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Empower the future of space capabilities by managing complex satellite programs. Collaborate with government and technical teams to oversee systems development and acquisition, ensuring successful exe...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $170K *

Join a team that shapes the future of digital learning and certification by driving product strategy and development for innovative educational solutions tailored to client needs. Lead cross-functiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading Master Data Management initiatives and implementations. Oversee strategic recommendations, drive performance tuning, and enhance client engagement through advanced data gov...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enhancing finance operations by overseeing Source to Pay and Record to Report processes, ensuring excellence in reporting and financial controls while partnering with key stakeholde...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $140K *

Develop and implement database solutions for financial data extraction and analysis, supporting audit processes and reconciliation. Collaborate on database design, create automated comparison tools, a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by serving as an expert in assessment and authorization, guiding complex IT systems through compliance processes while ensuring robust security measures across diverse p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $97K *

Join a dedicated team to coach educators in implementing culturally responsive teaching practices, enhancing instructional strategies, and improving student outcomes through collaborative efforts and...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of NATO security by developing advanced Counter-UxS and Counter-IED capabilities. Leverage your military expertise in capability development and program management for impactful multi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$162K - $192K *

Elevate your career by enhancing HPC capabilities through advanced network design and architecture. Collaborate across multi-vendor environments, ensuring seamless connectivity and support for critica...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $125K *

Empower operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives, driving process improvements, and managing complex projects to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Join a remote team...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Champion organizational excellence by executing strategic projects and enhancing operational processes. Lead cross-functional initiatives that drive efficiency, eliminate waste, and achieve high-quali...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Support HQ SACT's CAPDEV processes by providing quality analysis and expertise in requirements traceability, ensuring high standards and alignment throughout capability development and lifecycle manag...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to effective systems integration and data interoperability by leading the design, implementation, and governance of ontology frameworks, ensuring alignment with mission needs and enhancing...

5 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Champion technical excellence in enterprise SailPoint solutions, overseeing architecture, development, and operations of on-premises environments. Lead and mentor a talented DevOps team while ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $170K *

Serve as the vital link in designing and coordinating complex military exercises, guiding contractor teams to develop scenarios and deliverables. Engage with leadership at various headquarters to enha...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$173K - $259K *

Champion resilient PNT capabilities by leading GPS program management and systems engineering. Collaborate with government and multidisciplinary teams, delivering strategic insights and technical guid...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.