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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$90K - $120K *

Lead innovative Information Warfare training and research at the university, cultivating networks and resources to establish academic excellence while enhancing partnerships with defense sectors and s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $130K *

Engage with senior clients to lead complex advisory projects, ensuring high commercial performance and client satisfaction through effective management, strategic direction, and cross-functional team...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $122K *

Lead innovative graduate education initiatives and programs to enhance student success. Oversee personnel, manage administrative functions, and drive curriculum development while collaborating with fa...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Advance customer satisfaction as a Principal Customer Success Manager, driving engagement and growth for high-value accounts through strategic partnerships and technical expertise. Collaborate across...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in Model-Based Systems Engineering initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions, guiding working groups, integrating systems, and enhancing mission capa...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join us to innovate and enhance our migration efforts from legacy systems to a modern platform, utilizing your strong Scala and Java skills while ensuring robust testing and performance optimization t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to facilitating impactful discussions and workshops. This role drives collaborative decision-making, fostering engagement and ensuring diverse perspectives are integrated...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming undergraduate mathematics education through innovative course design and AI-enabled learning experiences, collaborating with various stakeholders to elevate quality and...

2 weeks ago

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

$213K - $273K *

Lead the technical vision for scalable backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate product goals into executable strategies. Mentor engineers, drive architectural design, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Champion the design and development of engaging math courses, leveraging AI tools to enhance curriculum quality, assessments, and student engagement within a collaborative environment that values inno...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Engage with clients by managing impactful digital campaigns, fostering relationships, and driving success. Collaborate across teams while providing strategic insights and recommendations to enhance th...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Join a dynamic Digital Campaigns team to ensure client success through strategic management of digital marketing campaigns, fostering strong relationships, and delivering measurable results to enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic oversight and direction for comprehensive program management, ensuring effective contract execution and compliance within DoD environments, while collaborating...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of product development for an innovative inventory intelligence platform. Lead a team to drive strategic vision, enhance AI features, and engage with dealers to deliver superior softw...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $250K *

Champion innovative AI and cybersecurity solutions by leading product strategy, driving platform development, and enhancing customer engagement to redefine industry standards and achieve measurable su...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate the operation of the War Data Platform by managing knowledge resources and customer relationships. Collaborate with teams across security classifications to enhance user engagement and improve...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Oversee the operation and maintenance of knowledge management systems for the War Data Platform, enhancing user engagement and data organization across all classification tiers to support AI deploymen...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of knowledge management by driving essential operations and enhancing stakeholder relationships within a leading initiative for artificial intelligence in warfighting. Grow your caree...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $125K *

Innovate with us as you assemble and modify advanced prototype systems, blending hands-on technical work with dynamic problem-solving in a collaborative R&D environment. Adapt swiftly to evolving chal...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Engage in coordinating multidiscipline teams throughout the project lifecycle, managing budgets and schedules while collaborating with project stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient deliverables...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $150K *

Grow your career with a role focused on cultivating relationships and driving business in the biopharmaceutical sector, targeting CNS opportunities while collaborating with experts to achieve sales ob...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$260K - $280K *

Pioneer product strategy and solutions for equitable population health management. Oversee lifecycle direction and cross-organization coordination, driving adoption of innovations while ensuring align...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $202K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence. Lead efforts in aligning priorities, enhancing customer experiences, and fostering collaboration across diverse teams to ac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $140K *

Partner with us to elevate team performance and exceed sales goals through strategic leadership, accountability, and comprehensive support for stock plan participants in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $140K *

Grow your career with an impactful Team Manager role, overseeing team performance, driving sales, and enhancing participant satisfaction. Leverage your leadership skills to nurture talent and achieve...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.