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 - $150K *

Elevate your career by defining and governing AI telemetry, observability, and monitoring frameworks across classified environments. Collaborate with multi-domain teams to enhance operational visibili...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join us to lead telemetry and observability frameworks for AI/ML in defense operations. You will define, implement, and govern monitoring standards across multiple security environments, ensuring miss...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development of telemetry and observability frameworks for AI model-serving operations across multiple classified environments, ensuring mission assurance and operational visibility through in...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $194K *

Deliver impactful consulting solutions by leading cross-functional teams, enhancing client satisfaction, and driving strategic growth through effective project management and governance, ensuring alig...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $165K *

Optimally lead cybersecurity initiatives for commercial satellite communication systems, ensuring compliance and resilience against evolving threats while collaborating with a dedicated team to delive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of systems engineering, driving architecture and requirements for complex defense projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure mission readiness thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Innovate solutions in Master Data Management, ensuring data quality and performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement MDM strategies that enhance business intelligence and streaml...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Elevate team performance by leading Agile Scrum initiatives, facilitating ceremonies, and coaching on SAFe principles in a dynamic Department of Defense environment. Drive continuous improvement and e...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Optimize knowledge capture and documentation processes for cyber operations. Engage with operational teams to enhance information sharing and maintain critical mission documentation within secure envi...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of military data analytics by developing role-based training materials that enhance data engineers' and warfighters' proficiency in cutting-edge AI tools and gover...

6 days ago

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

$165K - $175K *

Transform the future of software solutions by designing, coding, and maintaining applications for critical systems. Engage collaboratively with teams to enhance functionalities and ensure compliance s...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of project management by leading planning and execution, monitoring timelines, optimizing processes, and engaging stakeholders to drive project success across various initiatives in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Oversee the development and maintenance of multi-framework GRC solutions, acting as a bridge between teams to ensure alignment with security and compliance needs. Design, validate, and enhance complia...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Support organizational resilience by leading continuity of operations planning, coordinating risk assessments, and ensuring critical functions persist during disruptions in a federal IT environment. E...

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4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity by leveraging comprehensive intelligence analysis to safeguard national security. Utilize your expertise in adversarial tactics and strengthen de...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading accounting operations to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. Drive strategic decision-making as a financial partner while overseeing payroll, accounts...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $128K *

Lead the charge in enhancing management skills across the organization. Collaborate with key stakeholders to create innovative learning solutions that drive employee development and align with busines...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Drive the transition of emerging technologies into Army acquisition programs, collaborating with leadership to streamline processes, assess feasibility, and ensure successful integration of capabiliti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $158K *

Create and implement security strategies ensuring compliance with federal regulations and directives. Lead security operations for Special Access Programs while providing critical support and analysis...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in career advancement initiatives, overseeing award programs, volunteer engagement, and strategic development to enhance support for professionals in hematology-related fields...

Today

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

$110K - $150K *

Advance project management in biotech by providing technical guidance and leading cross-functional teams in the design, commissioning, and qualification of equipment and facilities to enhance client o...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Collaborate with Army acquisition leadership to transition emerging technologies into programs of record, ensuring seamless integration and support for modernization initiatives across multiple locati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Unlock innovative AI/ML solutions by creating cutting-edge model deployments, optimizing algorithms, and driving MLOps practices in a dynamic, mission-oriented team supporting national security initia...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at change management initiatives, overseeing technical reviews, risk assessments, and compliance in enterprise IT services. Collaborate effectively across teams to enhance service...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by serving as a Senior HUMINT Analyst, driving strategic intelligence operations, producing high-quality analysis, and integrating intelligence from diverse sources to inform decision...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.