Welcome to the California Job Market

As the world's fifth-largest economy, California offers an array of job opportunities for professionals of all industries. We at Ladders strive to bring you the best $100K+ jobs in this golden state.

Why California?

With its diverse economy, innovation hubs, and a high demand for various professional disciplines, California is an ideal location for job seekers who aspire to elevate their career to new heights.

Industries in California

California leads in several vibrant industries such as technology, entertainment, manufacturing, and finance among others. Ladders helps you target jobs in these industries that pay well above the average wage.

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Director, Program Management Jobs in California

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$160K - $200K *

Build and lead a pre-sales function that drives enterprise growth through strict standards, strategic coaching, and operational excellence while maintaining rigorous deal evaluation and fostering a hi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the development of critical agent infrastructure for a transformative AI platform used by utilities, transforming complex data into secure, explainable agents that enhance operational efficiency...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join us to lead the product strategy for a transformative Customer Engagement Platform, driving growth and innovation across a global portfolio with a focus on licensing, identity, and customer experi...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$188K - $255K *

Transform the product development lifecycle by empowering teams with AI-native tools, driving business outcomes through strategic partnerships and innovation to accelerate user-centric design and rese...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $200K *

Empower engineering success by spearheading core program initiatives that enhance speed, quality, and communication across teams. Drive systematic improvements to ensure effective release management a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career as a Program Manager focused on optimizing risk and compliance for vendor credentialing, enhancing processes and frameworks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of product development and operations, driving cross-functional teams to ensure successful new product introduction for consumer electronics in a fast-paced env...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$138K - $190K *

Champion strategic initiatives and drive cross-functional projects at scale, crafting solutions and building influence to meet organizational goals while ensuring smooth communication and risk managem...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $225K *

Lead manufacturing expansion initiatives by managing partnerships and projects with clarity. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to streamline communications and drive decisions effect...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Contribute to optimal product delivery by engaging in requirements definition, backlog management, and cross-team communication. Validate features, monitor compliance, and track product metrics to ens...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative public safety solutions by defining strategic visions and driving modernization while collaborating across teams to deliver impactful software solutions that enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $224K *

Oversee cross-functional teams driving New Product Introductions, managing scope, schedule, and costs. Ensure operational readiness and product quality while sharpening your project management skills...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the management of complex aerospace programs, ensuring successful delivery to governmental and commercial clients while driving cross-functional collaboration and maint...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$172K - $216K *

Empower the successful delivery of multifaceted capital projects by leading complex programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across various disciplines to achieve strategic growth ob...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $270K *

Shape the future of pre-pay solutions by driving strategy, development, and management of innovative products. Collaborate cross-functionally to align with market needs and enhance customer satisfacti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage diverse projects in RIS/PACS informatics, ensuring client satisfaction through effective leadership, resource alignment, and communications while maintaining best practices for project executio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Project Manager leading innovative NPI programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive projects from concept to launch, ensuring alignment and excellence throughout t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining employee payment solutions. As an Implementation Manager, oversee the deployment of our SaaS product for diverse clients, ensuring successful integrations and fostering s...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $184K *

Transform enterprise-wide safety programs by leading strategies, governance, and initiatives that enhance operational performance and strengthen culture. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive compli...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$162K - $243K *

Unlock potential by leading complex, strategic programs from inception to delivery, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs while driving operational excellence and profitability through robust risk...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $220K *

Elevate the future of integrated scheduling by managing key programs and products, ensuring alignment across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain timelines in a dynamic NPI environment to achi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $240K *

Transform clinical development through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Drive execution of programs across phases while mitigating risks, ensuring timelines, and leading cross-function...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$209K - $314K *

Accelerate innovation in AI by leading a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge agents integrated within a cloud platform. You'll drive excellence to enhance HR and Finance solutions, making a significa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $314K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge AI agents that enhance HR and Finance solutions. Collaborate across functions, drive innovation, and ensure quality delivery at sc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's committed to elevating site reliability through hands-on leadership and extensive automation. Drive operational excellence across cloud environments while managing a distributed eng...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the average salary for $100K+ jobs in California?question toggle

    The average salary for $100K+ jobs in California varies depending on the industry and job role. The average salary is often above the national average due to higher cost of living.

  • What are the most popular industries for $100K jobs in California?question toggle

    The tech industry, finance, healthcare, and entertainment are among the most popular industries for $100K jobs in California.

  • What are some of the highest paying jobs in California?question toggle

    Some of the highest paying jobs in California include Surgeon, Psychiatrist, Physician, Corporate Lawyer, and Software Engineering Manager.