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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$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance data integrity and accessibility by developing sophisticated data models and pipelines, ensuring clean data for analytical processes and collaborating with experts to manage...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive AI-powered solutions to enhance customer experience, streamline operations, and provide scalable insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to build, measure, and optimize systems that directly im...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$260K - $300K *

Build and lead the Solutions Engineering team to drive strategic deals and customer solutions. Collaborate with Sales and Product to enhance processes, mentor team members, and deliver impactful proof...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$260K - $300K *

Shape the future of Solutions Engineering by building a high-performing team that transforms technical solutions into measurable business value for clients, driving strategic growth and innovation thr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$260K - $300K *

Join a team that’s redefining Solutions Engineering, where you’ll build and lead the founding team. Collaborate closely with Sales and Product teams to deliver impactful demos and proof of concepts, d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts on critical government contracts, ensuring compliance and accountability for mission requirements. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innov...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $155K *

Unlock the potential of innovative policy solutions by analyzing complex governmental issues, synthesizing insights, and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance program deliv...

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5 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Make your mark at the forefront of acquisition intelligence, addressing critical requirements and providing comprehensive analysis to support key decision-making processes for national defense initiat...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $202K *

Take ownership of quality engineering initiatives by driving the strategy, governance, and enterprise adoption of automated testing platforms. Collaborate across teams to enhance quality assurance in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $145K *

Transform client experimentation programs by designing and managing high-impact strategies across digital channels. Drive insights and maximize ROI while collaborating with cross-functional teams for...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$255K - $300K *

Drive organizational performance by leading complex APP-related projects, optimizing care models, and influencing senior stakeholders across health systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $300K *

Drive organizational performance by leading complex advanced practice provider initiatives, optimizing care models across health systems, and influencing executive stakeholders for sustainable growth...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $300K *

Optimize your career by leading advanced practice provider engagements that enhance care models and operational performance across health systems. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor teams, and influe...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $300K *

Pioneer innovative care models as you lead advanced practice provider strategies, driving performance enhancements across healthcare systems while collaborating with senior executives and managing mul...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $300K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Advanced Practice Provider models, managing complex engagements to enhance clinical operations. Drive transformation and strategic initiatives, collaborating with healthc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $300K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by optimizing Advanced Practice Provider models across large systems. Leverage your expertise to drive performance, mentor leaders, and shape strategic initi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $300K *

Empower healthcare transformation by leading Advanced Practice Provider (APP) strategies across multiple regions, optimizing clinical operations, and influencing senior stakeholders to enhance organiz...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Architect advanced network infrastructures ensuring secure communications across multi-enclave systems. Lead zero-trust initiatives, optimize performance, and provide strategic technical leadership fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $240K *

Help us drive strategic growth by identifying high-value opportunities in alternative acquisition pathways across defense sectors, serving as an expert in OTAs, CSOs, and SBIR/STTR programs to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize risk management processes and frameworks in a large-scale government tech initiative. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify risk trends, manage issues, and ensure project health while ef...

2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $125K *

Deliver expert psychometric analysis to enhance K12 assessment programs, evaluating and recommending assessment quality, comparability, and effective data interpretation to inform educational strategi...

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1 week ago

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

$158K - $238K *

Join us to lead strategic execution for operational technology adversary emulation. You will define the vision, supervise a multidisciplinary team, and enhance critical infrastructure defense through...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by providing specialized expertise in multi-INT software acquisitions, strategizing with government and industry partners to enhance cloud-based developments and foster mission-foc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $195K *

Empower national security by managing classified information systems. Lead compliance, assess risks, and ensure cybersecurity in classified environments while collaborating with various stakeholders t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $225K *

Lead the delivery of complex water and wastewater projects, managing client relations and guiding multidisciplinary teams from planning through construction, while driving business growth and ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.