Explore $100K+ Jobs in California

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 industries and career opportunities

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.

Find jobs throughout the state

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.

Search with Ladders

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.

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Jobs in California

Average Salary in USD

Average Salary: $142,597

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$64K - $149K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving growth by selling nonstandard auto insurance while building lasting customer relationships and expanding business opportunities with additional products...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $215K *

Manage the entire lifecycle of construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while coordinating teams and resources effectively to achieve project goals...

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion exceptional hospice care by leading clinical services, guiding teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Drive organizational goals while enhancing patient and family experiences...

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower our engineering teams by leading technical recruitment efforts. Dive deep into candidate sourcing, build strong pipelines, and enhance the hiring process while ensuring a positive candidate ex...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $155K *

Shape success at key semiconductor accounts by providing technical support, driving design wins, and collaborating cross-functionally to meet customer needs in the power electronics landscape. Join a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Transform program execution by coordinating large-scale data center initiatives, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, managing risks, and driving milestones to successful completion while fostering...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving large-scale infrastructure projects. As a Project Manager, you'll lead initiatives from kickoff to closeout, ensuring alignment with program objectives and stakeholder expec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $132K *

Unlock your potential by driving sales of a comprehensive suite of business applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to manage accounts, develop proposals, and deliver value to clients in a fast...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $188K *

Transform international portfolio leadership for Spine Hardware & Biologics, focusing on lifecycle planning, surgeon insights, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance patient care and operationa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $188K *

Shape the future of surgical care by leading international portfolio management for Spine Hardware & Biologics. Collaborate across functions to drive lifecycle planning, gather surgeon insights, and e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $117K *

Elevate your career by leading SDTM programming activities, ensuring quality deliverables, and collaborating cross-functionally to optimize clinical data transformation in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $93K *

Drive your career forward as a regional driver, delivering dry freight across the Southwest. Enjoy strong earning potential with weekly home time and a supportive work environment focused on safety an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$65K - $98K *

Unlock potential by ensuring safe and efficient operations of solar collection assemblies across multiple plants, utilizing troubleshooting skills and maintaining equipment for optimal performance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $250K *

Innovate enterprise sales by leading the strategy for large deal pursuits, engaging C-suite clients, and delivering transformative solutions in retail and logistics sectors...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $106K *

Unlock potential by analyzing data patterns and enhancing AI accuracy in manufacturing. Collaborate with a global team to ensure high-quality data and optimize processes, directly impacting decision-m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Drive growth by sourcing and executing venture debt solutions for tech and life sciences companies. Leverage existing relationships within the venture ecosystem for autonomous deal management, ensurin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead quality operations in precision manufacturing. Drive compliance, enhance inspection processes, and foster a proactive quality culture in aerospace and defense sectors. Your...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $150K *

Optimize supply chain operations by leading purchasing, logistics, and inventory management in a precision manufacturing environment. Drive supplier performance and ensure material availability to sup...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $220K *

Drive innovation by architecting and developing scalable, high-performance applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and lead AI-native coding initiatives in a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $145K *

Lead campaign strategy and execution for oncology pharma marketing, driving performance optimization and cross-functional collaboration. Own end-to-end campaign management, ensuring alignment with bus...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Inspire quality excellence by leading a team to enhance production quality systems, drive audits, and implement improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance with customer and regu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $100K *

Champion innovative door opening solutions by building strong relationships with facility managers and decision-makers. Drive sales growth in commercial construction and property management sectors wh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by leading financial services at a departmental level. Oversee budgeting, contract negotiation, and grant management while mentoring staff and collaborating with diverse stakehol...

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

$130K - $158K *

Champion the management of airport operations, overseeing diverse teams and initiatives. Drive strategic objectives, enhance service delivery, and ensure compliance while fostering a collaborative env...

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

$108K - $140K *

Join a team that drives quality assurance improvements, enhancing compliance and operational excellence. Lead investigations, audits, and training, and support continuous quality advancements in a dyn...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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, life sciences, entertainment, clean energy, manufacturing, and other fields. Available positions depend on current employer needs.

  • Where in California can I search for jobs?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.