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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$140K - $155K *

Drive daily IT operations and enhance technical support while managing a small team. Engage in hands-on troubleshooting and maintain a secure infrastructure, balancing leadership with direct technical...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$112K - $126K *

Elevate AI capabilities by building and maintaining governed solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate business needs into technical designs, ensuring ethical AI use and robust integratio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower project success by leading electrical commissioning for critical systems. Oversee planning, execution, and testing to ensure compliance and performance across diverse infrastructure projects...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $206K *

Develop relationships and strategies to drive sales growth in the AC Power sector. Engage with clients and stakeholders, manage orders, and provide innovative solutions to meet customer needs and exce...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $206K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team that values innovation and relationship-building. As a key player, you'll manage client accounts, drive sales strategies, and connect with decision-makers to maxim...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading multiple imaging centers, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and exceptional patient care while fostering a collaborative team environment and drivi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $95K *

Drive strategic marketing and public relations initiatives while leading a dynamic team. Enhance brand visibility, execute impactful campaigns, and foster community relations to support organizational...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$37K - $208K *

Join us to leverage your pro audio expertise and drive sales success, building strong client relationships in studio, production, and live sound environments. Help clients achieve their audio goals an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$37K - $208K *

Grow your career with a role that drives pro audio sales and builds lasting client relationships. Leverage your expertise in audio equipment to outfit studios and ensure profitability through exceptio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading guest services and operations, ensuring exceptional experiences through effective management, financial oversight, and team development in a dynamic hotel environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$77K - $95K *

Engage in comprehensive governance, risk, privacy, and compliance support by coordinating initiatives that meet regulatory standards while enhancing robust cross-functional partnerships across technol...

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

$124K - $221K *

Optimize the M&A finance lifecycle by leading cross-functional teams, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring seamless integration for successful transactions. Leverage financial acumen to support...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $260K *

Champion your career by leading avionics product development across cross-functional teams. Manage budgeting, schedule, and technical execution to deliver innovative satellite systems with a strong fo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement strategies across diverse Boeing Defense programs. Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate contracts, manage performance, and drive improvements, ensuring ope...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $273K *

Transform aerospace engineering by guiding structural design teams and ensuring integration across disciplines for spacecraft systems, from concept to production, focusing on innovative solutions and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $232K *

Lead the charge in developing and testing cutting-edge flight software for embedded systems, supporting satellite programs with a collaborative team focused on quality, safety, and innovation in aeros...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $285K *

Lead engineering initiatives across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the successful design, development, and delivery of advanced Space Mission Systems. Drive quality and innovation while managing t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $171K *

Drive program success by developing and managing integrated schedules, ensuring alignment across teams, and delivering actionable insights to enhance project execution and compliance in a dynamic envi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$218K - $295K *

Champion the development and implementation of product security solutions, leading a team to ensure cyber resilience for complex aerospace systems. Collaborate on risk assessments and coordinate with...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $204K *

Lead the charge in advancing next-gen technologies as a Systems Engineering Manager. Oversee a multi-disciplinary team, drive modernization efforts, and ensure best practices in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $150K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role focused on spacecraft testing and evaluation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure subsystem verification, troubleshoot anomalies, and support miss...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $215K *

Shape the future of ground systems engineering by designing, developing, and integrating mission control systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful launches and sustain systems throughout th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $125K *

Drive impactful change by analyzing user needs and defining requirements for clinical applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance electronic health record systems, ensuring effective docum...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $103K *

Transform documentation processes by leveraging your expertise in technical editing and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to produce clear, accurate materials that support mission-critical in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K *

Advance clinical documentation quality by conducting thorough reviews and facilitating physician interactions to enhance accuracy and compliance in medical records, ensuring optimal patient care and r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.