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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$90K - $120K *

Champion the awareness of suicide prevention and crisis intervention by providing expert knowledge and insights to enhance outreach efforts, create innovative strategies, and support comprehensive pub...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by providing expert strategic communications to enhance Veteran outreach and behavioral health awareness through targeted, large-scale campaigns for the Office of Suicide Prevention w...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $180K *

Elevate automation and efficiency by designing advanced vision solutions across industries. Lead with expertise in computer vision, edge computing, and cloud integration to drive impactful enterprise...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Contribute to advanced vision solutions to enhance operational efficiency across various environments. Utilize your expertise in vision systems, edge computing, and cloud integration to drive impactfu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform VA healthcare modernization by providing expert support for VistA systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance interoperability and ensure accurate workflows, driving critical improveme...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $166K *

Collaborate with district leaders to enhance assessment strategies, analyze data, and support educational programs. Drive insights and improvements for student outcomes, serving as a trusted advisor a...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$95K - $120K *

Join a team that addresses complex Medicaid projects, guiding agencies through APD development and compliance. Lead strategy, manage stakeholder collaborations, and optimize funding processes for impa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Deliver your GRC expertise by leading a dynamic team that shapes compliance frameworks for diverse industries. Manage product integration, uphold quality standards, and partner across teams to meet ev...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by serving as a Subject Matter Expert in Momentum Financials, guiding federal budgeting strategies, analyzing complex issues, and ensuring operational excellence across financial mana...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$154K - $277K *

Join a team that's transforming preconstruction by leveraging deep industry insights to help clients modernize workflows. As a trusted SME, you'll support strategic sales opportunities and drive measu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$139K - $251K *

Shape healthcare solutions by leveraging your expertise in federal health programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop compliance-focused strategies and deliver impactful written content, ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $200K *

Lead product initiatives within a critical technology platform, focusing on user needs, problem-solving, and seamless delivery while collaborating with engineering and design to enhance educational ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $180K *

Empower your career by leading partner success and operational performance through strategic collaboration, clear communication, and disciplined execution across ongoing and new service delivery units...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $130K *

Transform project management execution for course and exam revisions, ensuring timely delivery, operational excellence, and cross-department collaboration for impactful outcomes and continual improvem...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$200K - $250K *

Transform the content authoring landscape by leading product strategy and managing a team of product managers to create innovative workflows that enhance user experiences across multiple business unit...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Transform aerospace processes by providing expert insight into parachute systems for NASA's human spaceflight programs, ensuring mission assurance and quality engineering through collaboration with di...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Transform clinical education operations by leading initiatives that enhance student placement and partner collaboration, ensuring compliance and quality in experiences across university programs while...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $160K *

Partner with us to architect innovative solutions for mainframe infrastructure, leveraging your extensive technical expertise in Broadcom's suite of products. Shape the future of our clients' operatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join our dynamic team to lead Knowledge Management initiatives, streamlining operations across multiple service areas while managing documentation and self-service resources to enhance customer suppor...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$280K - $320K *

Optimize capture strategies and lead high-value government contract pursuits while driving strategic growth initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders and build customer relationships to enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing finance operations by overseeing Source to Pay and Record to Report processes, ensuring excellence in reporting and financial controls while partnering with key stakeholde...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in Human Capital Management initiatives, ensuring robust security configurations and seamless integrations while optimizing data migration and testing methodologies in a collaborative...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive project success through strategic execution, ensuring high standards in communication and detail. Collaborate with key stakeholders to optimize project management practice...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Grow by supporting contract opportunities and shaping new strategies with the Department of State, collaborating with program delivery and business development teams to enhance client interactions and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$144K - $155K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dynamic team focused on quality governance, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring KPIs are not just met but exceeded through discipline...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   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.