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.
Senior Advisor, Skills training and competency development
$80K - $100K *
Inspire transformation through strategic training development and implementation. Lead complex projects, coach teams, and serve as a subject matter expert to enhance organizational performance and fos...
Reposted 4 days ago
Network Services Administrator Manager - SME
$100K - $130K *
Take ownership of network services administration, ensuring robust governance, scalability, and security compliance across operational environments while advising leadership on modernization strategie...
3 weeks ago
$78K - $87K *
Empower the development and execution of a core Literacy product line by leveraging customer insights and market research to shape strategic direction, pricing, and go-to-market initiatives for impact...
3 weeks ago
Contractor SAP Security Officer
$90K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to lead SAP security management, overseeing compliance, protecting sensitive information, and enhancing accreditation efforts while guiding a skilled team in a complex program envi...
Yesterday
National Security Strategic Communications (Program Lead) (TS/SCI Security Clearance Required)
$124K - $148K *
Innovate and lead strategic communications for high-profile U.S. Air Force clients, managing a dedicated team and delivering critical communications under tight deadlines while ensuring client satisfa...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Champion multi-domain ISR analysis and SIGINT exploitation, delivering critical intelligence and training for airborne operations. Lead the advancement of analytic methodologies and strategic advice f...
6 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Oversee project management to ensure effective coordination, prioritization, and execution of facilities projects, working with various stakeholders and maintaining critical infrastructure within budg...
3 weeks ago
Sr Mission Communication Spec (Data)
$95K - $142K *
Unlock potential by designing scalable system architecture and providing technical support. Collaborate on mission-critical infrastructure, ensuring performance and reliability while participating in...
6 days ago
$200K - $250K *
Champion high-quality patient care by leading a multidisciplinary healthcare team, ensuring compliance and safety. Drive quality improvement initiatives while providing hands-on clinical care to diver...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing critical imagery analysis for national security. Leverage your analytical expertise to deliver high-quality intelligence products while collaborating with div...
Yesterday
DARPA - Microsystems Technology Office (MTO) Functional Expert
$150K - $200K *
Lead the execution of advanced tech programs while providing support to DARPA, ensuring fiscal integrity and operational efficiency across diverse R&D areas, and overseeing multiple technical teams an...
Reposted 2 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Reimagine customer success by driving value realization, managing multi-threaded relationships, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Lead strategic initiatives to ensure renewal and growth, w...
Yesterday
Project Manager, Scrum Master II
$116K - $142K *
Advance your career by managing complex technology projects that drive AI and automation initiatives, bridging business and technical teams while ensuring successful delivery and adoption of innovativ...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Enterprise Data Management
$90K - $120K *
Champion data excellence by leading integration and analytics efforts, driving data management strategy, and ensuring operational efficiency through innovative solutions and a deep understanding of da...
1 week ago
Program Manager, MSL Safety & Preparedness
$120K - $160K *
Shape the future of AI safety and preparedness by driving critical programs, fostering collaboration, and ensuring organizational readiness to support responsible scaling of AI capabilities in a fast...
2 weeks ago
$165K - $215K *
Drive your career forward as you lead cybersecurity initiatives, safeguard R&D assets, and oversee robust security governance to ensure compliance within a fast-paced and innovative environment...
Reposted 1 week ago
$90K - $120K *
Drive continuous quality improvement in DevSecOps by leading QA efforts across Agile teams. Embed testing and validation throughout pipelines, enforce quality gates, and foster a culture of accountabi...
Yesterday
$80K - $120K *
Drive transformation in large organizations by optimizing human capital and education strategies. Collaborate with clients to analyze needs, deliver actionable insights, and foster meaningful change t...
Yesterday
Program Manager, SCM Domain Cross Program Support
$90K - $120K *
Join us as a Program Manager to drive cross-program coordination and enhance customer engagement in federal supply chain initiatives. Leverage your expertise to foster relationships and oversee projec...
Today
Instructional Systems Designer
$105K - $190K *
Redefine learning experiences by leveraging your expertise as an Instructional Systems Designer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft impactful training materials for a diverse audience, e...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $151K *
Lead the charge in advancing Microsoft Security solutions, providing strategic direction and technical leadership. Engage with clients to drive transformative outcomes through innovative methodologies...
2 weeks ago
Airborne Sensor Operator Manager
$90K - $120K *
Provide leadership and guidance for airborne sensor operations and training across all sites. Ensure operational readiness and compliance by establishing standards, training programs, and performance...
3 weeks ago
$136K - $252K *
Shape the future of financial strategy as you deliver insights and leadership across a global cost base, partnering with senior leaders to drive AI-enabled transformation and investment decisions cruc...
5 days ago
Associate Director of Impact and Evaluation
$111K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to measuring educational impact through strategic evaluation, enhancing instructional methods, and fostering collaboration across schools, districts, and communities to dr...
1 week ago
Sr Mission Communication Spec (Data)
$95K - $142K *
Join a team that's committed to developing cutting-edge system architecture while providing crucial technical support for mission-critical infrastructure and ensuring optimal operational performance a...
6 days 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.