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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$140K - $170K *

Lead lab operations to enhance research efficiency, manage budgets, mentor staff, and ensure compliance while collaborating with scientists and engineers to advance a world-class genomics lab...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $278K *

Drive strategic alignment and operational excellence across complex engineering projects, leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact database solutions that transform enterprise data manage...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $119K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing multiple projects, managing client relations, and fostering staff development. Utilize your expertise to drive project success through effective budgeting, s...

2 days ago

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

$151K - $189K *

Lead the charge in program-level planning and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize demand forecasting, staffing, and resource allocation, ensuring scalable, accu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower customer operations by leading AI platform implementations in financial services. Collaborate with enterprise clients to optimize solutions and drive strategic outcomes with a focus on measura...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $292K *

Unlock strategic financial performance by partnering with Product Line leaders to drive growth, enhance profitability, and optimize P&L management within a technology-focused organization...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$230K - $284K *

Grow your career with this pivotal role coordinating between suppliers and teams. Lead negotiations and align technical deliverables, ensuring timely program execution and effective stakeholder commun...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $189K *

Join our mission-driven team to lead operations, enhance care for seniors, and achieve performance goals. Collaborate with diverse teams while ensuring compliance and quality standards in a dynamic he...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Lead governance initiatives in a multi-cloud environment, managing a team to secure and optimize cloud operations. Oversee compliance, develop policies, and optimize costs while ensuring alignment wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $264K *

Accelerate progress at our manufacturing operations by managing server and rack production. Lead on-site teams to drive quality, enhance yield, and optimize costs from launch to end-of-life, bridging...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $264K *

Champion on-site operations as a Program Manager, optimizing server and rack production through efficient contract manufacturing management, ensuring quality control, yield targets, and cost savings t...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $264K *

Champion product lifecycle excellence by driving strategic supply chain innovation and managing complex cross-functional projects to enhance operational effectiveness and customer satisfaction...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $264K *

Transform operational efficiency by leading strategic initiatives across repair services, enhancing quality, turnaround time, and vendor performance through cross-functional collaboration and data-dri...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$126K - $264K *

Oversee and optimize server and rack production lines. Drive quality, ensure cost efficiency, and lead cross-functional teams to enhance operations and maintain production stability throughout the pro...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $255K *

Lead high-impact engineering programs, ensuring effective planning and execution across multiple initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive alignment, manage risks, and deliver proj...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project delivery by leading enterprise SaaS implementations for utility clients. Build strong client relationships, manage competing priorities, and ensure successful project outcomes across...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of next-gen consumer connectivity products, owning strategy and execution while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance user experience for millions globally...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$181K - $262K *

Lead security integration across product teams, driving strategies that embed security into all product phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust cybersecurity measures for inno...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$181K - $262K *

Lead the charge in security integration across diverse product lines, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and execute security strategies that safeguard quality and trust in technolog...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee production planning and logistics, ensuring efficient materials management and inventory control. Drive performance improvements and collaborate across functions for opt...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive research excellence in public health by managing studies, leading staff, and collaborating with partners to enhance HIV/STI prevention and treatment initiatives and support continuous improvemen...

3 weeks ago

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

$235K - $317K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of People Partnering, driving strategic initiatives for Product, Design & Engineering leaders while influencing a high-growth organization through change manageme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

Transform the future of biotech finance by leading strategic planning, guiding key investments, and developing comprehensive financial models. Collaborate with execs to enhance business performance an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K *

Join a team that's redefining product management in data engineering, analytics, and compliance. Own the end-to-end product lifecycle to enhance data quality and governance for a scalable and auditabl...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $156K *

Unlock potential by leading and enhancing leadership and employee development programs, ensuring alignment with business needs, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within th...

5 days ago

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

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.