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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$77K - $95K *

Innovate your career by providing expert AV and collaboration support, ensuring seamless technology experiences for meetings and events. Collaborate with teams to enhance user satisfaction and maintai...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$102K - $120K *

Elevate workplace change initiatives by leading strategic communications that drive employee engagement and adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective messaging and support...

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

$120K - $243K *

Empower innovation through effective design and development of scalable software solutions, enhance system performance, troubleshoot complex problems, and lead collaborative efforts in a dynamic team...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $253K *

Design and develop innovative software solutions, leading projects and mentoring teams. Collaborate with partners to enhance systems software, ensuring high quality and reliability across multiple pla...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $249K *

Lead innovative technical initiatives and mentor teams while collaborating across projects. Drive solutions to complex challenges and engage with stakeholders to enhance organizational effectiveness a...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $208K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead enterprise-wide manufacturing strategy, ensuring performance and scalability across multiple facilities while driving cross-functional collaboration and continuous impr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative commissioning services across North America, enhancing client relationships and ensuring efficient, sustainable building solutions through expert design review...

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

$115K - $149K *

Drive safety excellence by overseeing EHS compliance, emergency response, and security programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workplace safety and ensure adherence to regulations while fo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $97K *

Unlock potential by delivering innovative designs that elevate brand identity. Collaborate on strategic campaigns, mentor junior designers, and lead complex projects from concept to execution, all whi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$194K - $361K *

Lead the development of innovative NovaOS capabilities, ensuring alignment with business goals and driving continuous improvement through collaboration across cross-functional teams. Deliver measurabl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team to shape innovative immigration solutions, managing cases from intake to filing while collaborating with seasoned experts and leveraging AI tools to enhance legal services and clie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of academic HR operations by managing complex personnel activities, providing strategic consultation, and ensuring compliance with policies. Collaborate with leadership to enhance...

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by resolving complex commercial property losses, managing national accounts, and providing expert insights. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders while ensuring compliance and main...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$261K - $400K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Marketing AI, driving enterprise sales and building relationships with CMOs. Own a territory, close multi-million dollar deals, and shape market perceptions whi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $185K *

Join a team that's redefining immigration law by leveraging AI technology. As the first attorney hire, you'll manage cases, consult clients, and innovate practices in a dynamic startup environment, sh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $184K *

Join a team that's enhancing threat detection and response capabilities. As a hands-on technical leader, you'll drive security initiatives across cloud, infrastructure, and identity platforms, while m...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $185K *

Champion innovative immigration solutions by managing cases end-to-end, conducting client consultations, and collaborating on AI-driven tools to redefine legal practices in a dynamic startup environme...

Monterey, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining social media engagement by crafting compelling content for enterprise audiences across multiple platforms. Capture event energy, connect with industry leaders, and elevat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $128K *

Empower a dedicated team to deliver exceptional home care services, ensuring quality and compliance for elderly participants. Lead assessments, coordinate care plans, and supervise nursing staff to en...

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

$150K - $185K *

Innovate the future of immigration law by managing cases end-to-end, conducting client consultations, and shaping practice strategies alongside seasoned experts in a dynamic startup environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving growth in oncology solutions by cultivating relationships, developing strategic partnerships, and implementing diagnostic innovations across healthcare organizations to enha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Drive territory growth and strategic partnerships in oncology by elevating business development efforts, executing strategies, and enhancing client relationships to optimize diagnostic and precision m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Lead oncology business development efforts to drive growth, build strategic partnerships, and enhance market share through consultative sales and relationship management, focused on diagnostic solutio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative automotive seating solutions by managing cross-functional engineering projects. Drive product development from concept to launch, ensuring quality and performance standards are met...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform business growth strategies by driving oncology solutions adoption and market share for healthcare organizations while engaging with key stakeholders and managing complex sales cycles using S...

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  •   5 - 7 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.