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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$73K - $129K *

Join a dynamic team to coordinate operational programs and enhance processes across regions, ensuring effective execution and accurate reporting. Drive initiatives that improve operational consistency...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $129K *

Join our Solution Consulting Operations team to enhance business processes, oversee operational programs, and ensure effective execution of initiatives across global teams. Bring your organizational a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $129K *

Transform operational efficiency by coordinating programs and enhancing reporting for global teams, ensuring transparency and consistency in execution while fostering alignment across stakeholders to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion transformative solutions by leading MES initiatives, driving AI incorporation in Manufacturing Operations while managing a substantial portfolio to ensure strategic alignment and optimized de...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by preparing high-quality proposals for infrastructure projects. Collaborate with dynamic teams, streamline processes, and enhance proposal quality to drive successful outcomes in...

Gatineau, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead and optimize multimedia production, driving creative strategy and team performance to deliver high-quality eLearning and interactive media solutions that enhance learner engagement and ensure ali...

2 weeks ago

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

$164K - $219K *

Engage as a senior data science leader, driving analytical excellence across complex client projects. Collaborate closely with teams to develop impactful machine learning solutions that enhance Bain's...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $219K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative data science methodologies to propel B2B commercial success. Lead complex analytics and drive insights with industry expertise, while collaborating directly with...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $219K *

Unlock potential by leading data science solutions across multiple clients. Enhance Bain's SaaS and DaaS offerings by developing advanced analytic models and insights, enabling B2B companies to achiev...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$164K - $219K *

Elevate client success by leading data science initiatives, driving advanced analytics, and developing innovative solutions that enhance B2B go-to-market strategies, while managing teams and fostering...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $219K *

Lead the delivery of innovative data science solutions, influencing go-to-market strategies and collaborating with clients to drive commercial success through advanced analytics and machine learning m...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $219K *

Join a dynamic team to lead innovative data science solutions that empower B2B companies in driving revenue growth. Influence sales strategies through analytical expertise and help shape the future of...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $115K *

Lead the charge in creating high-quality educational content, establishing global standards, and managing a team of instructional designers to enhance product adoption and customer success through inn...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$105K - $115K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration and governance for new product introductions, ensuring alignment across teams, timely decision-making, and readiness for market launch in a dynamic manufacturing e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive content strategy and optimization to enhance employee engagement and self-service in digital ecosystems. Leverage analytics and insights to elevate performance and improve findability across HR...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the development of executive-level documentation and provide comprehensive support for senior leadership in high-visibility projects and technical engagements, ensuring successful program executi...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing high-level support for senior leadership with a focus on program analysis, strategic planning, and executive communications to enhance organizational effectiv...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $156K *

Shape the future of advising services by leading innovative programs and collaborative efforts that enhance student success, align operations with strategic goals, and champion exceptional customer se...

2 weeks ago

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

$107K - $132K *

Champion data aggregation for U.S. Space Force training by collaborating with trainers and satellite operators, ensuring mission readiness through real and simulated satellite data tailored to meet op...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's defining test solutions across the weapon system lifecycle, delivering crucial T&E support for Army initiatives, including cybersecurity verification and advanced evaluation strateg...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Champion policy development and management to support strategic initiatives while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure alignment, compliance, and accessibility across critical organizatio...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the implementation of security controls and frameworks to enhance system integrity and compliance. Utilize your expertise in risk management and authorization processes to guide security assessme...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $124K *

Empower critical infrastructure protection initiatives by coordinating technical projects across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring operational resiliency and safety in cyber-physical systems to meet n...

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

$90K - $110K *

Elevate business efficiency by analyzing processes and translating needs into innovative IT solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective system enhancements and ensure ali...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the creation and maintenance of plan documents, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize document processes and deliver clear communication o...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.