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.

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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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$100K - $120K *

Champion growth by managing diverse banking and retail accounts, leveraging your sales expertise to uncover opportunities and enhance customer solutions while collaborating across teams to drive resul...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $126K *

Optimize automated testing processes by designing and maintaining scalable infrastructures for functional, regression, and integration tests, enhancing application quality and supporting the DevOps te...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $138K *

Drive independent assessments of deployment readiness across workstreams, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with teams to produce readiness evaluations and present findings to leadership, e...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$278K - $361K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of software engineering leadership, driving innovation and operational excellence in regulated medical technology. Lead teams to deliver scalable, high-quality sof...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join us to optimize the digital shopping experience by leading site merchandising strategy and execution, enhancing customer engagement, and driving conversion through compelling product presentation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $180K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales role focused on expanding market share and driving adoption of cutting-edge healthcare technology. Thrive in a fast-paced environment while building relationships...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $216K *

Join a team that's pioneering the development of embedded firmware for cardiac monitoring devices. Lead a skilled engineering group focusing on technical excellence and regulatory compliance while dri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $216K *

Drive the development of innovative cardiac monitoring firmware by leading a dynamic team, enhancing engineering practices, and collaborating cross-functionally in a fast-paced, regulated environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of multifamily debt strategy, ensuring asset protection and optimizing financing across acquisitions and refinances while driving investor returns through disci...

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3 days ago

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

$90K - $180K *

Transform healthcare by driving business growth and market share in a fast-paced, field-based role focused on the Zio platform. Engage with cardiologists and hospitals to expand influence and establis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $118K *

Optimize clinical operations by leading a multidisciplinary team, ensuring quality care and supervision while enhancing program effectiveness and responding to on-call needs in a dynamic mental health...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative engineering solutions and developer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical strategies and deliver scalable, production-grade sys...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K *

Contribute to the growth of a pioneering electric boating company by managing full-cycle recruiting, collaborating with team leads, and enhancing candidate experience in a dynamic, mission-driven envi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$165K - $223K *

Lead the charge in optimizing large language models by developing innovative inference techniques and enhancing performance across platforms. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver cutting-edge so...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $280K *

Explore advanced radar capabilities by designing and developing cutting-edge signal processing algorithms. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize performance and lead innovative project...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Lead the full sales cycle to drive new business growth across North America. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to position the company as a strategic partner, while building trusted relationship...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $135K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional healthcare services. This role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, ensuring quality patient care and operational excel...

3 days ago

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

$195K - $268K *

Unlock potential by leading IP risk management initiatives, collaborating across teams to safeguard innovations while driving compliance and strategic growth. Your expertise will shape frameworks that...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$189K - $260K *

Optimize product development by leading a process technology group, managing complex applications of scientific theory, and driving strategic planning to enhance product lines and address customer cha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $211K *

Lead the charge in driving PLM projects while managing cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and align business processes with stakeholder needs in a high-tech environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Reimagine security in cloud systems and software products. Drive architecture, governance, and hands-on implementation for robust security across AI, customer data, and development practices within a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative solutions that enhance team performance and drive project success. Collaborate across departments to ensure alignment and foster a culture of continuous improv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $277K *

Lead the development of systems and tools for infrastructure capacity planning and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and drive measurable savings whil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive go-to-market strategies for key growth areas, transforming insights into impactful product launches and customer engagement initiatives that enhance ad...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Lead culinary operations, ensuring high-quality, health-conscious dishes while mentoring staff and managing inventory. Drive innovation and uphold safety standards to enhance our mission of nutritious...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.