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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$110K - $130K *

Help us enhance intelligence analysis by applying structured methodologies to complex problems, fostering collaboration, and supporting data visualization to improve analytic rigor across various inte...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage multidisciplinary teams in delivering water, wastewater, and stormwater projects while leading asset management initiatives. Drive client engagement, business development, and mentor junior sta...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $230K *

Engage with senior leadership to transform national security directives into actionable operational plans that enhance mission readiness. Analyze complex geopolitical environments and coordinate cross...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading teams in knowledge management, data sharing, and digital capabilities within a high-stakes environment, enhancing the efficiency of defense missions and ensu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $179K *

Join our team as you lead and innovate user experiences, mentoring talented designers while collaborating across departments to elevate product design, customer satisfaction, and drive impactful resul...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of electronic intelligence training by developing curriculum and collaborating with AFSOC units to enhance interoperability and address training needs while delivering expert operatio...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Strategize and enhance statewide programs by leveraging industry expertise, driving curriculum development, and fostering strong partnerships to align education with evolving workforce needs in suppor...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Transform intelligence operations as a key leader, overseeing multiple teams. Guide strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and implement best practices to enhance performance, ensuring mission r...

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

$120K - $170K *

Elevate business operations by managing critical cross-functional programs across HR, Finance, and other corporate functions, driving operational excellence through strategic planning, execution, and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to enhancing military training through analysis of lessons learned. Your role will focus on documentation, reporting, and collaboration with key stakeholders to improve op...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $163K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance mission operations and drive digital transformation by leveraging data analytics and technical solutions to solve business challenges and optimize performance for federa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $128K *

Innovate as you drive customer success by managing key partner relationships, ensuring smooth implementation, and aligning cross-functional teams to enhance client satisfaction and program growth thro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive the success of our Transportation team by leading accurate and efficient survey projects, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with quality standards while collaborating with project manager...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$92K - $130K *

Take ownership of complex claims management, directing investigations and litigation strategies while ensuring effective stakeholder communication for high-value claims exceeding $250,000...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $130K *

Take ownership of complex claims management, leading a skilled team to handle high-stakes cases with financial exposure, while developing strategies and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $130K *

Shape the future of claims management by leading complex cases with high financial exposure. You will oversee investigations and negotiations, guiding a team of experts to deliver exceptional results...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $130K *

Drive complex claims handling excellence by managing high-stakes cases and leading a team of experts, ensuring effective litigation strategies and stakeholder communication throughout the process, whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $130K *

Champion the management of high-stakes claims, steering complex cases to resolution while leading teams in strategic negotiation and litigation strategies. This pivotal role drives growth and excellen...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Major Case Unit Director, leading the management of complex claims with significant financial exposure. Drive strategies, collaborate with experts, and ensure thorough investi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $111K *

Unlock potential by leading the Data Support team to ensure high-quality data operations, drive strategic decision-making, and enhance organizational effectiveness, while fostering collaboration and a...

4 weeks ago

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

$99K - $111K *

Join a team that's key to advancing our mission by leading data operations. You'll guide a skilled team, optimize processes, and enhance strategic decision-making to foster outcomes for vulnerable chi...

4 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Partner with us to drive AI/ML program delivery and secure cloud solutions, overseeing project coordination and compliance while fostering stakeholder engagement and technical excellence across key in...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives as the key technical advisor, overseeing compliance and certification for IT systems while ensuring mission readiness and integration of security measures throughout...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $116K *

Oversee intelligence operations on the watch floor, ensuring product quality, supervising analysts, managing incidents, and coaching team members to uphold high analytical standards in a 24/7 security...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$320K - $350K *

Engage in shaping the reliability strategy for our global platform services. Lead a high-performing team to innovate practices that enhance customer trust, operational excellence, and engineering effi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.