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.
Lead Analyst, Technical Search (SEO/AEO/GEO)
$79K - $131K *
Lead enterprise technical SEO strategies that enhance discoverability and visibility across digital platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize for both traditional and advanced AI...
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Lead Analyst, Technical Search (SEO/AEO/GEO)
$79K - $131K *
Innovate technical search strategies to enhance AI readiness and search visibility across a large enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive automation, and establish governance to imp...
Today
Lead Analyst, Technical Search (SEO/AEO/GEO)
$79K - $131K *
Oversee enterprise-level technical search strategies, driving AI readiness and optimization to enhance search visibility and performance across multiple digital properties and brands within a large or...
Today
$140K - $160K *
Lead critical assessments of security controls to enhance defenses against threats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate risks, guide strategies, and produce documentation ensuring comp...
2 weeks ago
$72K - $100K *
Transform educational outcomes by coaching staff in culturally responsive practices. Collaborate to design inclusive curricula, analyze student data, and drive initiatives for equity in an innovative...
2 weeks ago
Product Manager, Evals & Improvement
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of agentic AI by driving the feedback loop that measures and enhances quality. Collaborate across teams to define impactful metrics and elevate product standards in this dynamic, grow...
3 weeks ago
Product Manager, Evals & Improvement
$150K - $180K *
Lead the measurement and enhancement of next-gen agentic AI systems. Define quality metrics, partner with engineering and data science, and drive continuous product improvement while shaping innovativ...
3 weeks ago
Acquisition Intelligence Requirements Management
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in supporting MDA's Acquisition Intelligence Program by coordinating with the Intelligence Community, managing production requirements, and delivering vital intelligence analyses under...
5 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Engineer scalable software solutions by developing advanced algorithms and validating applications within modeling and simulation frameworks, ensuring high performance, maintainability, and quality st...
3 weeks ago
Senior Technical Documentation Specialist
$105K - $115K *
Transform complex technical data into clear, audience-focused documentation. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to create and maintain essential documentation for mission-critical programs wi...
1 week ago
Senior AI learning designer, rapid content
$120K - $145K *
Lead a fast-paced learning design track, creating targeted, short courses to meet rapidly evolving needs. Thrive in a dynamic environment by balancing proactive scanning with reactive demands, deliver...
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Senior AI learning designer, rapid content
$110K - $130K *
Drive rapid learning solutions in an agile setting, designing compact courses to meet immediate needs. Collaborate swiftly with stakeholders to deliver impactful training in live and virtual formats...
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Product Support Manager - Senior/SME
$180K - $230K *
Advance your career by executing predictive maintenance and reliability analysis in collaboration with engineering and logistics teams. This role enhances system readiness and supports national defens...
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Product Support Manager - Senior/SME
$160K - $210K *
Unlock your potential by managing predictive maintenance and reliability analysis. Collaborate across teams to assess performance, enhance system readiness, and ensure compliance, all while supporting...
1 week ago
Senior AI learning designer, rapid content
$110K - $130K *
Drive impactful learning by designing and delivering fast-paced, targeted courses that meet real-time needs in a dynamic environment, shipping 15+ courses annually and adapting swiftly to emerging wor...
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Senior AI learning designer, rapid content
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading the design of quick, impactful learning experiences in a dynamic environment. Own the creation of targeted courses rapidly, ensuring effective responses to immediate learni...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Transform intelligence analysis by leveraging your extensive knowledge and experience. Collaborate across sources to produce strategic insights and high-quality deliverables for key policymakers, enha...
1 week ago
Information Environment Scenario Writer (MCTP)
$80K - $95K *
Innovate engaging information environments by crafting realistic scenarios to support military exercises. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and conduct thorough research for effective inform...
1 week ago
Information Environment Scenario Writer (MCTP)
$80K - $95K *
Advance realistic contested information environments by crafting scenarios and effects that align with military operations and exercise objectives. Collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate progress at programmatic projects by leading planning, financial management, and stakeholder engagement. Provide expert guidance and mentoring to ensure successful delivery of objectives an...
Reposted 2 days ago
Logistics Project Management, SME - NOAA
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee logistics project execution, enhance operational efficiencies, and drive program success through expert guidance and strategic planning. Play a key role in ensuring time...
Today
$100K - $120K *
Transform contract management by leading federal and commercial contracts through their full lifecycle, ensuring compliance, strategic negotiation, and robust stakeholder engagement for successful out...
1 week ago
Acquisition Program Management Senior
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in integrated acquisition support for cyber systems, providing expert solutions and guidance to enhance operational capabilities and ensure effective program execution for the U.S. Air...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Support the future of program evaluation by managing health and social research activities, developing methodologies, and disseminating findings to diverse audiences, while fostering client relationsh...
1 week ago
$185K - $230K *
Join as a Senior Acquisition Strategy SME, driving strategic planning and advisory support for space mission programs. Collaborate with senior leadership to shape acquisition approaches and enhance ex...
Reposted 2 weeks 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.