Discover professional opportunities across California with Ladders. From established business centers to growing regional economies, the state offers senior-level roles in technology, healthcare, finance, entertainment, manufacturing, and more. Browse vetted job listings with salaries of $100,000 or higher and find positions that align with your experience and career goals.
California’s diverse economy supports leadership and specialized roles at companies of all sizes. Depending on your background, you may find opportunities in software and technology, life sciences, healthcare, financial services, clean energy, media, aerospace, and professional services. Job availability and compensation vary by role, employer, and location.
Explore openings in major employment centers such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento, and surrounding communities. Listings may include on-site, hybrid, and remote arrangements; review each posting for its work location and requirements.
Use Ladders to focus your search on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review role responsibilities, qualifications, compensation details, and workplace expectations, then apply directly to opportunities that fit your goals. Keep your profile and resume current so employers can better understand your experience.
Average Salary: $142,597
Operations Manager (Customer Onsite)
$85K - $115K *
Help us drive operational excellence by managing end-to-end order fulfillment and logistics for mission-critical infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery while...
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Sr. AI & Automation Engineer, Robotics
$138K - $165K *
Redefine robotic-assisted surgery by developing AI tools and automation systems that enhance research and engineering workflows, enabling faster model training and evaluation for next-gen robotic plat...
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$150K - $185K *
Empower the future of immigration law by managing cases, consulting clients, and innovating practices in a dynamic startup environment. Collaborate with seasoned experts and leverage AI tools to redef...
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$266K - $342K *
Unlock potential by leading technical activation for innovative technologies, ensuring readiness and market fit through collaboration across teams. Drive proof of concepts and establish repeatable sal...
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Senior Director, Engineering - Quality (Security Business Group)
$293K - $406K *
Shape the future of quality engineering by leading a global team to enhance Cloud and Network Security products. Drive innovative practices, establish quality frameworks, and ensure customer-first sta...
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Partner Ecosystem Lead, Platforms and OEM
$266K - $346K *
Manage partner ecosystems for emerging technologies, driving GTM strategies and joint offers. Collaborate with stakeholders to validate customer routes and create blueprints for product commercializat...
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Partner Ecosystem Lead, Platforms and OEM
$266K - $346K *
Champion innovative partner ecosystems by leading ISV and hyperscaler relationships. Drive GTM strategies and complex joint offers, ensuring measurable outcomes while collaborating with stakeholders t...
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$120K - $160K *
Develop innovative strategies to enhance product lines, drive market growth, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate across teams to implement effective solutions and optimize prod...
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$266K - $342K *
Lead the charge in transforming innovative technologies into market-ready solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical readiness and drive successful customer engagements, sh...
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$150K - $180K *
Play a key role in advancing developer advocacy by building impactful tools and content that guide engineers in utilizing cutting-edge AI infrastructure. Combine technical expertise and communication...
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Software Systems Integration Engineer, Vehicle Systems
$110K - $130K *
Contribute to the integration and validation of vehicle software systems, ensuring seamless feature implementation from prototypes to production. Leverage strong system intuition to enhance testing ca...
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$229K - $299K *
Lead technical engagements with AI infrastructure customers, driving account strategy and architectural design. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions and ensure customer success throug...
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$229K - $299K *
Unlock potential by leading technical engagements with AI infrastructure customers. Collaborate with Account Executives to drive account strategy, deliver impactful demonstrations, and influence produ...
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$97K - $119K *
Drive impactful public health initiatives by managing diverse programs and staff, ensuring compliance, and enhancing community services. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve program goals and impr...
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Senior Business Analyst - Active Clearance Required
$114K - $140K *
Innovate with us to enhance business processes and operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze workflows, identify gaps, and implement solutions that support key assessments and a...
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Diagnostic System Test and Integration Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Lead the integration and testing of advanced diagnostic systems for ZEVs, ensuring robust performance across vehicle sub-systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software reliabilit...
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Senior Product Marketing Manager
$145K - $175K *
Shape compelling narratives for our innovative edge-native products, driving go-to-market strategies across diverse audiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure impactful launches and...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing multi-family residential construction projects, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule goals are met while coordinating with various teams and enforcing safety regulations...
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$409K - $500K+*
Shape the future of financial leadership in a mission-driven organization. Oversee a $4B budget, lead strategic financial initiatives, and modernize business systems while fostering a culture of excel...
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$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to drive sales of AI solutions to community banks and credit unions. Manage the full sales cycle, from pipeline generation to closing, while exceeding quotas in a fast-paced, high...
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$102K - $163K *
Lead the charge in designing and overseeing digital instrumentation and control systems, ensuring compliance with industry regulations while coordinating workflows and schedules with subcontractors to...
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Trial Representative, Workers' Compensation (CA Bay Area)
$80K - $105K *
Empower clients by representing them in Workers' Compensation trials across the CA Bay Area. Leverage your litigation expertise to negotiate settlements, prepare trial files, and collaborate with lega...
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Sr. Recruiter & Talent Acquisition Specialist
$75K - $100K *
Reimagine talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruiting efforts, collaborating with leadership to forecast hiring needs, and enhancing employer branding to attract top talent while ensuring comp...
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Frontend Software Engineer - Secret
$103K - $181K *
Transform user experiences by developing and enhancing frontend applications using JavaScript, React, and TypeScript. Collaborate in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality software solutions whi...
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Technical Staff, Thermal Architect
$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by driving innovative thermal architecture solutions for large-scale AI infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to optimize performance, energy efficiency, and cost in cutting-edge d...
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What types of $100,000+ jobs can I find in California?
California listings may include senior and specialized roles in technology, healthcare, finance, life sciences, entertainment, clean energy, manufacturing, and other fields. Available positions depend on current employer needs.
Where in California can I search for jobs?
You can explore opportunities across the state, including major employment hubs such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, and Sacramento. Check each posting for its specific location and work arrangement.
Are all jobs on this page guaranteed to pay at least $100,000?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation information and details, since pay can vary by position and employer.
Can I find remote or hybrid California jobs?
Some listings may offer remote or hybrid work, while others require on-site work. The job posting provides the employer’s location and work arrangement requirements.
How can I improve my California job search?
Narrow your search by role, location, industry, and work arrangement. Keep your resume and profile updated, and carefully compare each opportunity’s qualifications and compensation details.