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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$135K - $160K *

Provide technical leadership and insights as a Subject Matter Expert in Java, AWS cloud services, and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions, optimize architecture, a...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading technology solutions development, focusing on Java, AWS, and AI. Drive architecture, optimization, and implementation of scalable applications while mentoring teams and col...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive effective organizational change implementations to enhance Elevated Risk Care Management programs for Veterans. Collaborate across teams to engage stakeholders and ensure successful adoption of...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of military readiness by designing and leading joint exercise events, ensuring strategic goals are met while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and participants for optimal outco...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$178K - $200K *

Engage as an IT Subject Matter Expert by providing deep technical knowledge, ensuring effective implementation of highly specialized applications, and actively participating in all development phases...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in electrical strategy, ensuring the reliability and safety of critical power systems within a global data center infrastructure through technical expertise and c...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer improvements in Elevated Risk Care Management for Veterans through sophisticated analysis, design, and implementation of optimized healthcare processes within the VHA. Collaborate with diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$199K - $244K *

Join a team that's shaping the future by developing and delivering technical training for mission-critical operations. Provide your expertise to enhance training quality and ensure course materials re...

3 weeks ago

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

$175K - $250K *

Lead the development of AI systems that enhance clinical operations and patient flow, leveraging your expertise to inform product design and improve real-world healthcare outcomes through innovative d...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$151K - $156K *

Shape U.S. foreign assistance strategy by providing expertise in democracy, security, and governance across Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia while collaborating with stakeholders to meet foreign poli...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of Navy Surface Force readiness through senior analytical support, utilizing data-driven insights to guide leadership in optimizing personnel, equipment, and operational strategies fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $126K *

Engineer advanced Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) solutions for Helicopter Sea Combat Weapons School. Lead training, ensure operational readiness, and support tactical mission planning with exper...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Lead and advance GRC initiatives as a Subject Matter Expert, collaborating with Strategic and Enterprise Account Executives. Engage with clients throughout the sales cycle, guiding compliance architec...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI governance initiatives, driving agency-wide collaboration and alignment in AI solutions that meet rigorous compliance and ethical standards, while fostering...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $190K *

Support product sustainment strategies for defense systems. Leverage analytical and technical expertise to optimize system performance and readiness while collaborating with diverse teams across gover...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate infrastructure efficiency as a Mechanical SME, leading design reviews and lifecycle maintenance for critical mechanical systems in dynamic environments. Create standards, optimize performance...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion operational excellence across logistics by improving processes, driving digital transformation, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance productivity and customer satisfaction...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Support Special Operations Forces worldwide, providing senior technical and strategic expertise. Enhance mission readiness through training, operational planning, and high-quality service delivery ali...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $250K *

Transform healthcare revenue cycles by leveraging AI technology. As a subject matter expert, you will shape product development, optimize workflows, and improve financial outcomes through analytical r...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading system requirements management for vehicle feature development across engineering domains. Collaborate with teams, assess impacts, and ensure requirements integrity in a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading mechanical operations in mission-critical environments, enhancing team capabilities, optimizing system performance, and delivering training to ensure excellence in HVAC and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Operations SME driving Mission Command Exercises, advising leadership on operational integration and training scenarios to enhance Special Operations capabilities and e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $130K *

Champion electrical system integrity and operational excellence by overseeing maintenance, troubleshooting, and training within a critical facility. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety and effici...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of maritime cybersecurity by conducting in-depth reviews of equivalency requests, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing expert recommendations to enhance operational tec...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of GEOINT education by delivering expert training and mentorship to enhance analytical proficiency and support mission objectives across diverse audiences and locations...

Reposted 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.