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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$123K - $159K *

Drive your career with a key role in shaping healthcare product strategies. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance care management solutions, ensuring alignment with clinical workflows and technolo...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$235K - $305K *

Innovate in robotics software engineering by developing autonomous systems for defense. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance production C++ software, ensuring reliability and safety in real-worl...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing a consumer Android app for personal finance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive product direction in a dynamic fintech environm...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$82K - $123K *

Join us to develop cutting-edge mechanical and electromechanical systems for space robotics. Collaborate across teams to design, analyze, and deliver reliable hardware for demanding environments, ensu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$466K - $500K+*

Unlock potential by developing scalable AI/ML model serving infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance and availability of high-traffic systems, driving innovation in a dyna...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the execution of electrical projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget compliance. Supervise field teams, coordinate with trades, and manage documentation to drive successful project outcomes...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$163K - $215K *

Champion innovation by leading product strategy for a transformative healthcare marketplace. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and drive growth, ensuring a seamless sh...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate financial strategy by building models and insights that drive growth. Collaborate with leadership across teams to optimize resource allocation and influence capital strategy in a dynamic, entr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Drive successful project delivery by leading a team focused on planning, scheduling, and cost control. Collaborate with project managers and clients to ensure robust practices and deliver timely insig...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining onboarding experiences by optimizing customer activation and conversion. You'll lead the charge in creating a seamless journey for new users, ensuring they derive value f...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Empower educational excellence by leading innovative initiatives and fostering collaboration. Drive strategic improvements and support staff development to enhance student outcomes in a dynamic learni...

Yesterday

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

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space operations by providing expert support to the U.S. Space Force. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance warfighter capabilities and drive system...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining epigenomics by leading computational development for biomarker discovery and analysis. Collaborate closely with experimental scientists to create robust statistical model...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $187K *

Elevate your career as a Structural Project Engineer, focusing on innovative water resource projects. Collaborate on diverse infrastructure initiatives, applying advanced design techniques and providi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the execution of turnkey services in your area, overseeing project phases, managing teams, and ensuring customer satisfaction while achieving financial goals and maintaining data integrity...

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

$68K - $130K *

Deliver scalable cloud-based applications and analytics solutions using modern Java technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into reliable software while ensur...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower a dynamic team to deliver turnkey services, overseeing project execution, resource planning, and customer relations. Drive performance and collaboration across functions to meet financial goal...

Yesterday

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

$147K - $230K *

Drive the strategy and growth of a direct-to-gamer ecommerce platform, optimizing the customer journey through innovative merchandising, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance gamer...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $230K *

Drive the growth and strategy of a leading direct-to-gamer ecommerce platform, overseeing the entire customer journey while collaborating across teams to enhance brand storytelling, product discovery...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $187K *

Lead strategic client engagements by managing project teams and delivering actionable insights in value, access, and pricing. Mentor junior staff while driving business development and fostering stron...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $130K *

Drive innovation by leading the design of scalable Java backend applications and analytics solutions in a collaborative environment, while ensuring high-quality software delivery in cloud-based infras...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive cloud onboarding success by guiding application owners through migration complexities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams to enhance operational efficiency and suppo...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming our demand generation engine, driving 10x inbound pipeline growth through innovative campaigns and strategic collaboration with sales and marketing teams to engage ente...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $215K *

Empower innovation in advanced networking and enterprise solutions by defining strategic roadmaps and driving product lifecycle planning across high-speed networking, optical technologies, and AI plat...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead a dynamic model audit team, enhancing financial modelling processes while driving strategic growth and innovation across projects, all while fostering a collaborative and high...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 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.