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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$192K - $300K *

Drive innovation in educational technology as you craft vision-driven UX, ensuring impactful learner experiences through collaboration and advanced design methodologies. Lead a high-performing team to...

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform security operations for a large residential campus. Lead a multi-functional team, maintain safety protocols, oversee incident response, and cultivate relationships. Drive continuous improvem...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$175K - $291K *

Unlock potential by guiding AI strategy to enhance enterprise revenue and improve clinical operations. Collaborate across functions to distill complex problems into actionable investment opportunities...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $176K *

Empower teams to excel by crafting innovative media architecture solutions. Collaborate with diverse technical stakeholders to ensure scalable designs meet business needs while adhering to architectur...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Lead and architect a scalable partnerships function, driving strategic alliances and professional services growth while enabling regional offices to implement local initiatives and standardize engagem...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform project quality assurance by leading multi-discipline teams, managing costs, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Leverage 15+ years of expertise to drive continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion ATC training lab operations by coordinating simulations, managing schedules, and ensuring equipment functionality to develop proficient air traffic controllers while providing top-tier traini...

2 weeks ago

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

$165K - $185K *

Join a team that's advancing cyber security by leading proactive threat intelligence operations, guiding a skilled team to streamline analytics and enhance national security efforts through innovative...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform operational success by leading a dynamic team to enhance customer satisfaction and achieve business objectives, ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders within a fast-paced env...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $98K *

Contribute to impactful marketing campaigns by executing eBlasts, managing audience segmentation, and ensuring seamless delivery while optimizing performance metrics and compliance standards for succe...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K *

Empower students by conducting evaluations and developing tailored interventions. Collaborate with educators and families to ensure access to quality education and resources that support every student...

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

$83K *

Shape the educational journey as an Educational Diagnostician, empowering students by identifying needs and advocating for resources. Collaborate with teams to implement effective interventions and co...

2 weeks ago

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

$83K *

Optimize student potential by conducting evaluations and implementing tailored interventions. Collaborate with educational teams to advocate for resources, ensuring success for every learner while fos...

2 weeks ago

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

$93K *

Transform the educational landscape as you assess, advocate, and develop personalized interventions for students with unique needs. Your expertise will drive their success in collaboration with educat...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Support the development and delivery of comprehensive clinical training programs, optimize onboarding processes, and enhance workforce competency across clinical operations to ensure regulatory compli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Drive high-quality special education services by strategically managing programs, ensuring legal compliance, and fostering collaboration with schools and agencies to support students with disabilities...

2 days ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Empower data-driven decision-making by leading analytics engineering solutions. Drive innovation and develop strategies that enhance data quality, scalability, and collaboration across teams, deliveri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$126K - $203K *

Shape the future of security management by leading key classified programs, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while mentoring teams to thrive in a dynamic environment focused on protectin...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $203K *

Elevate security operations by managing classified protection programs, ensuring compliance, and leading a team in strategic planning and operational excellence while fostering a strong security cultu...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Help us lead the charge in acquisition management, supporting critical Navy C4I programs through documentation, risk management, and collaboration with key stakeholders to ensure successful program ex...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Oversee and enhance training programs at the Defense Nuclear Weapons School, driving strategic initiatives and stakeholder engagement while managing a $1.5M portfolio and leading a team to meet nation...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead and manage complex projects, guiding technology and analytics delivery while ensuring client satisfaction and high-quality execution across all phases from design to deployment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion project execution by leading teams and managing client relationships, ensuring analytics and technology deliverables are met on time and within budget while fostering collaboration and satisf...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive the delivery of secure AI and ML solutions, integrating evolving capabilities with legacy systems to enhance federal operations while guiding multi-disciplinary teams in a complex environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $150K *

Elevate strategic decision-making by providing valuable data insights and visualizations. Lead ETL processes and develop Power BI dashboards to empower stakeholders with actionable information for dri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.