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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$162K - $243K *

Lead execution of transformative projects influencing Army acquisition. Empower a diverse team of experts to address complex defense challenges while establishing trusted partnerships across governmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing strategic legal counsel across healthcare, nonprofit governance, and corporate matters. You'll manage legal risk, draft agreements, and support compliance, al...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading MEP scopes for diverse educational projects. Drive technical excellence, coordinate with various stakeholders, and ensure successful project delivery across academic and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Empower NATO's capability development by leading JISR&A integration efforts, fostering multi-source intelligence fusion and supporting operational requirements within a strategic-level framework. Enga...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Partner with us to lead the compliance and development of maritime examinations, ensuring regulatory adherence while providing expert guidance to regional exam centers in the Merchant Mariner Credenti...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Contribute to the Merchant Mariner Credentialing program by managing the examination lifecycle, ensuring compliance with current maritime standards. Lead a team of specialists and provide expert guida...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$104K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team providing strategic leadership for student success services, focusing on counseling, resource access, and success coaching to support students' personal and academic journeys throu...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing CATMS correspondence for senior leadership, ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Collaborate across teams to coordinate tasks, edit documents, and oversee FOIA requests...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Analyze and enhance quality assurance processes to drive service improvement, compliance, and customer satisfaction in IT operations. Lead audits and develop standards while managing corrective action...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Lead impactful Medical Education programs by collaborating across teams, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements to enhance educational outcomes in a dynamic healthcare environment...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $100K *

Lead the charge in student success by guiding and managing a dynamic education program, combining teaching, communication, and leadership responsibilities to enhance the learning experience for high s...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $134K *

Shape the future of knowledge management by establishing a centralized KM system. Collaborate with teams to ensure content accuracy and accessibility while continuously enhancing user experience acros...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $224K *

Elevate your career by leading MDM implementations and aligning solutions with business needs, while driving strategic thinking and collaboration across teams to optimize data governance and product l...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $87K *

Champion data-driven decision-making across the College by developing impactful visuals and analytics. Collaborate with leadership to enhance data literacy and reporting compliance while creating enga...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of complex program management initiatives within the defense and intelligence sectors. Lead diverse teams, manage project performance, and ensure compliance with contract requirements w...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $182K *

Optimize project outcomes by leading teams and managing cross-functional initiatives. Apply your expertise to drive innovation, streamline development, and ensure compliance while mentoring junior sta...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$156K - $212K *

Lead the charge in Learning & Performance strategy for field training, enhancing sales capabilities and collaboration across teams, directly impacting new product launches and business success in the...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing physician education through innovative strategies, collaborative partnerships, and impactful training programs that drive improved patient outcomes and profes...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Engage in developing and executing strategic physician education programs, enhancing the effective adoption of advanced technologies through collaboration across teams, ensuring quality and compliance...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Drive strategic sales growth in Humanities and Social Sciences; build relationships, understand customer needs, and deliver tailored digital learning solutions that enhance educational outcomes and fo...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$104K - $120K *

Lead the charge in strategic account management for project logistics, ensuring successful customer relationships through bid management, project execution, and governance, while fostering collaborati...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $110K *

Champion strategic sales initiatives within Humanities and Social Sciences, driving courseware adoption and delivering innovative learning solutions to enhance educational outcomes and institutional s...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Drive strategic sales growth by fostering relationships in Humanities and Social Sciences, delivering digital learning solutions that enhance educational outcomes and ensure institutional success whil...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Drive strategic sales growth in Humanities and Social Sciences by building relationships and executing innovative solutions to enhance learner outcomes and institutional success...

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3 days ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Drive strategic sales growth by fostering partnerships in Humanities and Social Sciences. Collaborate with faculty to deliver tailored solutions, advancing learner outcomes and institutional success t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.