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US IT Solutions Inc

ServiceNow SME

Sacramento, CA

$57.50 - $79.25/hr

Need Senior Servicenow SME who can train other IT Staff on Servicenow. Scope of Work : Analyze and implement current change management process to ServiceNow Express. Plan next step migration to ...

Apptad, Inc.

AgenticOps SME

Santa Clarita, CA · On-site

AgenticOps SME Santa Clara, CA ( Hybrid ) Contract Mandatory Skills AgenticOps SME, LLMOps, MLOps, GCP JD Role Summary Senior subject-matter expert for the operations, observability, and lifecycle ...

Apptad Inc

AgenticOps SME

Santa Clarita, CA · On-site

AgenticOps SME Santa Clara, CA ( Hybrid ) Contract Mandatory Skills AgenticOps SME, LLMOps, MLOps, Google Cloud Platform JD Role Summary Senior subject-matter expert for the operations, observability ...

3S Business Corporation

FogLight SME

San Jose, CA

Fog Light SME Location: Location: San Jose, CA Duration: 3-6 months contract Strong FogLight SME who understand how this tool works and how it can integrate with other systems Should have more than 3 ...

Laiba Technologies LLC

Python Technical SME

San Jose, CA · On-site

$59 - $81.25/hr

Python Technical SME Location: San Jose, CA The Python Technical SME is the ultimate technical escalation point and hands-on "Strike Team" lead for the Python language pod. This is a heavy Backend ...

Enexus Global

Linux SME

Oakland, CA · On-site

Linux SME Once a week onsite in Oakland, CA Exp: 15+ w2 / C2C Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Linux Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support enterprise Linux infrastructure, automation ...

Na Oiwi Kane

Program Manager, SME

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The Program Manager, SME will work closely with government stakeholders, technical teams, subcontractors, and senior leadership to oversee program execution, contract performance, resource management ...

Prescient Edge

SME System Network Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$97K - $150K/yr

Job Title SME System Network Engineer Location San Diego, CA 22400 US (Primary) Category Research, Development, and Engineering Job Type Full-Time Career Level Staff Education Bachelor's Degree ...

WaveStrong, Inc.

Remote BigID SME

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$63 - $86/hr

Exciting Remote BigID SME contract opportunity. Requirements We're looking for a BigID SME Consultant to lead end-to-end deployments, upgrades, and integrations of the BigID platform for enterprise ...

Prescient Edge

SME Computer Software Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$97K - $150K/yr

Job Title SME Computer Software Engineer Location San Diego, CA 22400 US (Primary) Category Research, Development, and Engineering Job Type Full-Time Career Level Staff Education Bachelor's Degree ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for sme in California is $127,751.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,350.00 and $150,311.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an SME?

SME stands for Subject Matter Expert. An SME is a professional with deep expertise and specialized knowledge in a specific area, field, or topic. They provide guidance, answer technical questions, and often contribute to project planning, training, or documentation. Organizations rely on SMEs to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance in their work processes. SMEs play a vital role in bridging knowledge gaps within teams and supporting decision-making.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an SME?

To thrive as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), you need deep expertise in a specific domain, often supported by advanced degrees, certifications, or extensive professional experience. Familiarity with industry-standard tools, databases, and relevant software systems is typically required to effectively analyze and communicate technical information. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and collaboration skills help SMEs convey complex concepts to diverse audiences and work cross-functionally. These abilities are crucial to ensure accurate knowledge transfer, informed decision-making, and project success within an organization.

What are common challenges faced by SMEs when collaborating with cross-functional teams?

As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), one of the most common challenges is translating complex, specialized knowledge into clear, actionable insights for colleagues who may not share your expertise. SMEs often work with diverse teams—including project managers, developers, and business analysts—so effective communication and adaptability are crucial. Balancing deep technical involvement with the need to meet broader business objectives can also be demanding, but it offers valuable opportunities to develop leadership and influence project outcomes.

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ServiceNow SME

Sacramento, CA

US IT Solutions Inc
Software Development • 51 - 200 employees
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$57.50 - $79.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Company Description

  US IT SOLUTIONS an ISO Certified organization based in CA. Our company is serving various State, Local and County Departments for over 10 years. We have been helping clients innovate across all phases of the application lifecycle for over a decade. Some of our prestigious clients are State of CA, State of OR, State of FL, State of NC, State of GA, State of CO, State of VA, State of AR, State of MI, State of OH, State of IL, State of MO, State of MS, California State University, Sacramento Area Sanitation Department, SMUD, Sound Transit, LA Superior Courts, District of Columbia, UMAS, University of Central Florida and Hennepin County and many more.

Job Description

Need Senior Servicenow SME who can train other IT Staff on Servicenow.

Scope of Work :

Analyze and implement current change management process to ServiceNow Express. Plan next step migration to ServiceNow Enterprise

  • Train SME in ServiceNow change management (2-5 staff). Support training for incident and request management (Support Center functions).
  • Train general users (approx. 200+) in ServiceNow change, incident and request management.
  • Assist in developing methodology to add CIs to ServiceNow

Mandatory Requirements

1. Minimum 5 years' experience with ServiceNow training and implementation

Technical Requirements

1. Expert level knowledge of ServiceNow (Express & Enterprise).

2. Deep knowledge of change management and best practices

Desirable Qualifications

ServiceNow certifications

Qualifications

Need Senior Servicenow SME who can train other IT Staff on Servicenow.

Scope of Work :

Analyze and implement current change management process to ServiceNow Express. Plan next step migration to ServiceNow Enterprise

  • Train SME in ServiceNow change management (2-5 staff). Support training for incident and request management (Support Center functions).
  • Train general users (approx. 200+) in ServiceNow change, incident and request management.
  • Assist in developing methodology to add CIs to ServiceNow

Mandatory Requirements

1. Minimum 5 years' experience with ServiceNow training and implementation

Technical Requirements

1. Expert level knowledge of ServiceNow (Express & Enterprise).

2. Deep knowledge of change management and best practices

Desirable Qualifications

ServiceNow certifications

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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