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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$111K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Science Lead, driving analytical strategies and enhancing mission-critical capabilities for national security. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to tackle compl...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with experienced engineers on diverse structural projects. Enhance your skills through mentorship and training, ensuring compliance while contributing to innovat...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$124K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading assessments and interventions for individuals with developmental disabilities. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective behavior plans and support, while maintaining stro...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $135K *

Join a team that's transforming Medicaid agencies through expert OCM strategies. Leverage your project management and change management skills to enhance health outcomes and build stronger communities...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $226K *

Lead the charge in optimizing construction operations, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategic goals and mentor teams for successful project deli...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a key leader in innovative assessment development, guiding a team to create impactful educational solutions while collaborating across divisions and managing client expectatio...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$116K - $146K *

Develop customer-centric digital product strategies and deliver innovative solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring quality and efficiency in the plumbing and HVAC supply chain...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $190K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on Azure cloud engineering, DevSecOps, and platform automation. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable digital services while e...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading engineering projects from concept to completion, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with technical and regulatory standards while driving pro...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Deliver high-performance electro-mechanical robots by managing test plans, executing reliability tests, and improving control systems. Collaborate to troubleshoot issues and drive continuous improveme...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Support quality assurance initiatives by implementing and maintaining compliance to enhance mission-ready products. Collaborate with teams to analyze specifications, drive corrective actions, and fost...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $171K *

Develop high-fidelity system performance models and simulations, leading technical teams to enhance system capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze data and communicate results effective...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $168K *

Drive impactful legal solutions for city initiatives while leading complex litigation and advising executive leadership on legal matters, ensuring compliance and minimizing liability for the jurisdict...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower a dynamic sales team as a player-coach, driving growth in the dental market. Lead, coach, and sell while fostering accountability and performance improvement to achieve team goals and enhance...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality through innovative test automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and execute automated testing solutions that...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in expanding a global direct-sales organization by developing and executing strategies that drive customer acquisition, retention, and measurable performance aligned with commercial ob...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by delivering exceptional physical therapy services while working collaboratively with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and optimize rehabilitation strategies in variou...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Analyze and report on material costs within our Supply Chain Finance team. Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain data accuracy, support budget tracking, and drive cost-saving measures as producti...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Transform energy storage solutions by leading system architecture and integration for advanced multi-day battery systems, ensuring safety and commercial readiness through cross-functional collaboratio...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in overseeing financial health, directing strategic planning, and ensuring compliance while partnering with the CEO and executive team to drive growth and efficiency in a high-tech env...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of energy by executing sourcing strategies for innovative battery components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish supplier relationships that support the growth of ou...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform energy solutions as a project engineer, leading the implementation of utility-scale projects. Collaborate across teams to design, execute, and integrate advanced energy storage systems that...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Drive the technical and quality strategy for electromechanical assemblies, guiding a team of Supplier Industrialization Engineers. Oversee supplier performance, enhance industrialization standards, an...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Join a forward-thinking team to lead supplier industrialization, ensuring high-quality power conversion products. Drive supplier accountability and optimize manufacturing processes while supporting a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $270K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by owning product features from discovery to production. Collaborate with enterprise clients to enhance compliance workflows and develop robust full-stack applications usi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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, 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.