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 - $202K *

Transform operational excellence in Cyber Security by leading strategy, driving innovation, and enhancing performance across global platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve servic...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $202K *

Oversee global operational excellence initiatives, enhancing cybersecurity data and analytics. Drive governance, resiliency, and continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $202K *

Shape world-class operational governance in Cyber Security by leading global excellence strategies, enhancing resilience and automation, and driving transformational initiatives to ensure swift, AI-dr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $202K *

Lead global operational excellence for cybersecurity platforms by designing frameworks, enhancing governance, and driving transformation initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $198K *

Lead transformative change initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement effective organizational strategies, ensuring successful adoption of new capabilities while...

Reposted yesterday

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

$120K - $202K *

Drive operational excellence in cyber security by leading global strategies, implementing frameworks, and enhancing governance for data and analytics platforms, enabling AI-driven decision-making and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving the architecture and modernization of enterprise infrastructure across diverse environments. Lead strategic initiatives while mentoring engineers to deliver scalable, secur...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing regional operations through effective implementation of global solutions, ensuring alignment with business priorities and operational efficiencies while driving team capa...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$270K *

Partner with us to advance optical technologies for the U.S. Navy. Engage in innovative projects focusing on infrared systems, algorithm development, and addressing emerging threats while collaboratin...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $90K *

Transform Navy training by designing and implementing innovative instructional systems that enhance educational effectiveness and operational readiness, collaborating with government stakeholders to d...

Yesterday

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

$160K - $200K *

Transform national security through integrated engineering in satellite systems. Collaborate with military and contractor teams to ensure timely delivery of nuclear detection capabilities while mainta...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform training support for Air Operations Center systems, ensuring innovative scenario development, integration of technologies, and operational excellence. Lead a dynamic team in managing critica...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that shapes market intelligence for the payments industry. Leverage your expertise to guide clients through complex developments, ensuring they make informed decisions and maximize value f...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of defense logistics by leveraging your expertise in Integrated Logistics Support, managing life-cycle logistics and configuration for complex C4ISR systems, ensur...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Explore AI integration strategies and development within the organization, transforming business needs into practical, impactful solutions while ensuring robust governance and collaboration across tea...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $254K *

Engage with stakeholders to streamline requirements management processes, providing key analytical support to enhance program performance and ensure successful project delivery across federal operatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $140K *

Unlock insights as you bridge business needs with technology, enhancing commercial insurance solutions. Collaborate, analyze, and support projects to drive quality, ensure alignment, and facilitate co...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Engage with Department of Defense leadership to provide strategic advisory and support for complex defense initiatives, facilitating effective mission integration and coordination across multiple orga...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authorization & Assessment (A&A) documentation while ensuring compliance across multi-tenant GRC environments and fostering collaborat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $126K *

Drive workforce development by managing training systems and compliance. Ensure accurate documentation, coordinate records, and enhance learning technologies to support continuous improvement of train...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$60K - $180K *

Deliver top-notch systems engineering solutions while optimizing client infrastructure, ensuring robust performance and uptime. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational capabilities and m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of intelligence analysis by evaluating foreign deception tactics. Drive strategic decision-making through expert analysis of adversarial actions that impact U.S. intelligence operatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Drive product excellence by collaborating with teams to enhance features, create user stories, and ensure quality delivery in an Agile environment. Focus on stakeholder communication and incremental v...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead and inspire a founding team of Customer Solutions Engineers, driving exceptional customer outcomes and fostering a collaborative culture in a fast-paced environment that champions growth and tech...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $198K *

Join a dynamic team as a Software Developer SME to innovate, enhance, and maintain software solutions, ensuring security and performance meet user needs and business objectives. Engage with users to d...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.