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.
Director, Oracle Fusion Project and Portfolio Management
$177K - $265K *
Empower transformation by leading Oracle Fusion PPM integration and optimization. Drive business efficiency through system design, configuration, and stakeholder collaboration to ensure optimal projec...
1 week ago
Director of Curriculum PK - 12
$110K - $125K *
Shape the future of education by leading curriculum development, evaluation, and implementation strategies that enhance student achievement district-wide. Drive collaboration and uphold high standards...
1 week ago
Executive Director of Student Success and Federal Programs
$90K - $120K *
Transform student success by leading strategic initiatives that enhance social-emotional learning and behavioral support. Drive collaborative programs and oversee federal compliance to foster a thrivi...
3 weeks ago
Executive Director of Student Success and Federal Programs
$100K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team leading strategic initiatives to enhance student success through wellness, social-emotional learning, and comprehensive support programs, while ensuring compliance with federal reg...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in operational analysis. You'll provide expert guidance on Multi-Mission Helicopter (MH-60) tactics, enhancing technology development and operational testing to m...
Today
$69K - $124K *
Help us shape IT solutions by collaborating with developers to analyze user needs, translate them into actionable requirements, and ensure product quality through rigorous testing and documentation ef...
1 week ago
$101K - $138K *
Shape the future of customer learning by designing innovative, performance-driven programs in a fast-paced robotics environment, collaborating with experts to deliver impactful, modular education solu...
Reposted yesterday
Lead Solutions Engineer, Salesforce Competitive Expert
$178K - $279K *
Join as a strategic leader to drive HubSpot's competitive edge against Salesforce, managing complex deals with autonomy and building impactful enablement tools for the team to boost win rates and fost...
1 week ago
$160K - $192K *
Unlock potential by leading the growth of a dynamic MEP team focused on innovative engineering solutions and business development, while fostering client relationships and collaborating on strategic i...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Program Manager, Professional Services
$140K - $190K *
Drive the success of enterprise SaaS transformations. Lead global programs ensuring strategic stakeholder engagement and deep expertise in Contract Lifecycle Management, enabling value realization acr...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $95K *
Lead the charge in HUMINT mission support operations, providing vital analysis and intelligence to inform strategic decisions. Collaborate with law enforcement and manage sensitive activities to enhan...
Today
Medical Director, Medical Management
$227K - $385K *
Lead the charge in optimizing patient treatment through rigorous utilization management. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while ensuring compliance with clinical standards and healthcare regul...
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Medical Director, Medical Management
$227K - $385K *
Advance the standards of care by ensuring compliance with medical policies and regulations in a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment. Conduct critical reviews of medical necessity for trea...
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Technical Director C4ISR/C5ISR
$120K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading C4ISR/C5ISR system innovations and integration. Drive strategic initiatives, oversee technical teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance mission effectiveness thr...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Solution Architecture
$150K - $170K *
Transform the Salesforce architecture landscape by leading enterprise solutions. Drive innovation, oversee integrations, and mentor teams to enhance digital transformation initiatives while ensuring r...
1 month ago
$124K - $163K *
Take ownership of strategic project execution across finance initiatives. Drive delivery, governance, and stakeholder communication for complex programs in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with proj...
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Knowledge Management Engineering Manager
$145K - $175K *
Lead engineering initiatives that capture, store, and share knowledge across global teams, supporting critical operational excellence and strategic objectives defined by leadership. Drive process impr...
3 weeks ago
$75K - $95K *
Drive operational excellence by providing Tier 2 technical support for the War Data Platform, ensuring seamless service continuity and effective issue resolution across classified and unclassified env...
1 month ago
Program Manager - Acquisition (Expert - Lifecycle Acquisition)
$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in program management excellence, driving acquisition strategies and coordinating interagency capabilities while providing expert insights to support lifecycle engineering and optimize...
Yesterday
$120K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of space security by delivering high-impact intelligence analysis on foreign threats to U.S. and allied space networks, guiding national decision-makers with acti...
1 week ago
$70K - $95K *
Optimize security operations and compliance efforts in a hybrid environment. Collaborate with various teams to manage risks and protect data using advanced tools, while staying updated on threats and...
Reposted 1 week ago
$70K - $95K *
Take ownership of our security program by supporting operations and compliance across regulated and non-regulated environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance security practices and protect infrast...
Reposted 1 week ago
$90K - $120K *
Shape the future of IT capacity management by ensuring resources meet business demand in a regulated environment. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance, manage risks, and align strategies for...
2 weeks ago
Defense Network Exploitation Analyst Level 1
$120K - $135K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering in-depth technical analysis of networks and systems, leveraging cutting-edge techniques and tools to identify vulnerabilities, support exploit development, a...
Yesterday
Defense Network Exploitation Analyst Level 1
$120K - $135K *
Drive analysis and exploitation of network vulnerabilities while utilizing advanced techniques. Collaborate with team members to enhance capabilities and support customers with comprehensive technical...
5 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.