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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$135K - $160K *

Engage in developing and executing test plans for enterprise NVMe SSDs, ensuring product quality through rigorous testing, failure analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to resolve is...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $282K *

Elevate cybersecurity governance by leading risk management initiatives, establishing scalable methodologies, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance continuous risk visibility and inf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $240K *

Unlock your potential in a senior environmental role, leading projects in compliance, permitting, and biological resources within Southern California's water sector, while mentoring teams and cultivat...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Empower payroll operations by leading the transition to in-house systems, managing multi-state US and Canadian payroll, and strategizing for India payroll compliance while ensuring accuracy and effici...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving integrated demand generation campaigns across multiple channels. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to launch products, optimize pipeline strategies, and enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $260K *

Elevate your career by supporting accurate financial reporting and compliance in a dynamic environment. This role combines technical accounting expertise with leadership, ensuring effective management...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $103K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality ABA care while mentoring a team of clinicians. Oversee client progress, collaborate with families, and embrace innovative approaches to enhance outcomes and...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Accelerate your career as you manage inventory accounting and cash flows, ensuring accuracy across multiple business units. Collaborate with finance and supply chain teams to identify risks and opport...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future by executing and enhancing complex mechanical and UHV systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team on fabrication, troubleshooting, and maintenance, ensuring top-notch performance of adva...

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

$179K - $254K *

Join a team that's driving the future of mobility and IoT! Oversee product lifecycles, collaborate with executives, and navigate complex networks to align cutting-edge solutions with customer needs an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $119K *

Join our dedicated team to provide exceptional nursing care, ensuring patient assessments, interventions, and evaluations are performed to enhance recovery and quality of life. Collaborate with health...

3 days ago

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

$89K - $148K *

Drive your career with impactful consulting in healthcare, enhancing operational efficiency and financial performance for provider organizations through data analysis and project management...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join our dynamic team as you lead equity program operations, ensuring compliance and enhancing processes. You'll be the go-to expert for equity-related matters, driving initiatives that support our ra...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative traffic engineering projects across California. Utilize your expertise to guide teams, enhance multimodal transportation solutions, and ensure high-quality de...

3 days ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of branch operations by leading a dynamic team, driving profitability, and fostering strong relationships with customers and vendors while prioritizing strategic growth and contin...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead traffic engineering projects across California, providing technical expertise and mentorship. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality deliverables while managing budgets a...

3 days ago

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

$385K - $460K *

Shape the future of customer support by owning the end-to-end experience, driving product fixes, and minimizing support cases through innovative systems and AI solutions. Collaborate across teams to e...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of People Operations by building scalable processes and systems. Lead cross-functional projects, enhance employee experience, and drive automation using AI. Collaborate with teams to...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$216K - $228K *

Transform the research landscape by defining and leading user research practices that connect customer insights to product design across multiple foundational areas, driving high-quality deliverables...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $300K *

Shape the future of our global accounting function by leading the controllership organization, driving IPO readiness, and establishing robust financial controls to support a high-growth, multi-entity...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative cloud-native applications, developing scalable backend services and modern web solutions using Golang and React. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

The Assistant Principal at Redwood City School District supports the Principal in managing school operations and ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all students. Responsibilities include su...

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

$200K - $250K *

Join our dynamic team as you design and enhance scalable streaming and storage platforms, tackling complex engineering challenges while driving impactful solutions across our infrastructure...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$170K - $196K *

Shape the future of real estate transactions by providing strategic legal guidance, drafting complex loan documents, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growth in a dynamic, entrepr...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing customer success strategies, building a field application team, and driving technical support to enhance customer satisfaction and retention in the biotech...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.