Explore $100K+ Jobs in California

Discover professional opportunities across California with Ladders. Browse vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, from established employers and growing companies. Whether you’re looking for a leadership position or your next specialized role, find opportunities that match your experience and career goals.

Career opportunities across California

California’s broad economy offers roles in fields such as technology, entertainment, healthcare, finance, biotechnology, clean energy, and professional services. Opportunities can be found in major employment centers including Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento, and other communities throughout the state. Job availability and compensation vary by employer, location, role, and qualifications.

Find roles that fit your experience

Use job details to compare responsibilities, required skills, work arrangements, and compensation. Search for positions by title, industry, or location, and review each listing for its specific salary range and requirements. Tailor your resume to highlight relevant results, expertise, and leadership experience when applying.

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Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Explore California listings to identify opportunities aligned with your background, preferred location, and next career move. Listings change frequently, so check back for newly available roles.

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Jobs in California

Average Salary in USD

Average Salary: $142,597

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$70K - $154K *

Champion client success by leading complex upskilling programs, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless delivery of diverse learning solutions tailored to enterprise needs...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Unlock potential by optimizing commercial processes through AI and analytics. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, forecasting, and decision-making, driving impactful business outcomes across...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $155K *

Champion incident response excellence by leading investigations, automating processes, and enhancing security posture in a cloud-native environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective incident...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of project management by leading cross-functional teams, optimizing processes, and driving project success through effective communication and strategic planning. Your expertise will...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$181K - $290K *

Take ownership of the end-to-end monthly release engine, ensuring platform readiness, coherence in go-to-market strategies, and building scalable operating mechanisms in collaboration with cross-funct...

United StatesRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $240K *

Transform operations by leading manufacturing strategies, ensuring GMP compliance and fostering a culture of safety and excellence across facilities and lab environments. Drive clinical-grade producti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading contract management for diverse infrastructure projects. Oversee contract lifecycle, ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive successfu...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $193K *

Shape the future of patient care by providing expert nursing in a dynamic cardiac unit. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional pre and post-operative care, ensuring optimal outcomes...

Today

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

$105K - $168K *

Lead the transformation of delivery management by owning the product roadmap, enhancing dispatch efficiency, and leveraging AI to streamline operations, ensuring timely and accurate service for restau...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $237K *

Join a pioneering team transforming retail operations for convenience stores and grocery outlets. Leverage your sales expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to build relationships, customize solutions...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $254K *

Transform the digital dining experience by leading full-stack development efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance guest interactions through cutting-edge web solutio...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $254K *

Join a team that's redefining financial solutions for restaurants. Lead product innovation in lending, collaborating across departments to enhance our offerings and drive impactful results for restaur...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $237K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales role focused on Spanish Cuisine restaurants. Utilize your bilingual skills to drive customer growth through consultative selling, relationship building, and deliv...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance project success by managing multi-discipline MEP design and construction, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence while fostering strong client relationships and effective team coll...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $280K *

Pioneer innovative machine learning solutions for edge AI applications, focusing on audio processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize and deploy models on embedded platforms, drivi...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Launch a dynamic communications strategy that elevates brand visibility, positioning legal experts as thought leaders while driving media engagement and impactful messaging to amplify global market pr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$166K - $200K *

Drive corporate growth by leading M&A initiatives, strategic partnerships, and market evaluations. Collaborate with executives to shape long-term strategies and execute transactions that enhance compe...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead mechanical engineering projects, ensuring design efficiency and quality. Oversee multi-disciplinary efforts, mentor junior engineers, and manage project budgets while deliv...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$181K - $302K *

Drive risk and compliance transformation in cloud-native environments, collaborating with technology and finance teams to design scalable frameworks. Leverage expertise in AI, microservices, and moder...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $150K *

Champion strategic partnerships and drive creator acquisition to enhance performance marketing. Lead high-impact collaborations, negotiate contracts, and optimize content pipelines across multiple pla...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Support critical national security space initiatives by managing high-priority taskers, coordinating responses, and liaising with senior stakeholders to ensure timely execution of program actions in a...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $140K *

Drive project success by leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with client goals and quality standards while fostering stron...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform commissioning & startup projects by leading onsite teams, ensuring delivery on time and within budget while maintaining safety and quality standards. Collaborate with management and clients...

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

$95K - $106K *

Shape the future of employee relations by fostering a supportive culture, resolving conflicts, and enhancing team dynamics. Collaborate with management and provide guidance to promote employee develop...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive business growth by recruiting and supporting agents while fostering strong relationships. Manage onboarding processes and ensure agent success through effective communication and organizational...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of $100,000+ jobs can I find in California?question toggle

    California listings may include senior and specialized roles in technology, healthcare, finance, biotechnology, entertainment, clean energy, and other industries. Available positions depend on current employer hiring needs.

  • Which California cities have professional job opportunities?question toggle

    Opportunities may be listed in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento, and other cities and regions across the state. Search by location to see current openings.

  • Do all jobs listed in California pay at least $100,000?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its specific compensation details, since salary ranges and terms can vary.

  • How can I find a California job that matches my experience?question toggle

    Search by job title, location, or industry, then compare each listing’s responsibilities and qualifications with your background. Highlight relevant skills and measurable accomplishments in your application.

  • Are remote or hybrid California jobs available?question toggle

    Some employers may offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while others require on-site work. Check each job listing for its work location and arrangement.