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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$150K - $180K *

Lead the strategy and execution of enterprise applications and data management. Own product roadmaps, ensure system efficiency, and build a high-performing team while driving innovation through AI and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional AI initiatives by managing the AI roadmap, collaborating with teams to evaluate technologies, troubleshoot systems, and ensure data integrity while driving project delivery in an...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform mobile experiences by leading cross-functional teams to innovate AI-driven solutions. Drive user engagement and product growth while ensuring fast, cohesive, and dependable interaction acros...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$230K - $260K *

Drive transformative outcomes by owning the Support business unit. Lead strategic initiatives from customer insight to market execution, bridging product development and go-to-market while cultivating...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$142K - $255K *

Lead the charge in enhancing executive communications for a CEO. Drive strategic messaging across various channels, ensuring impactful narratives resonate with diverse audiences while integrating AI t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$240K - $301K *

Join a dynamic team as you guide innovative products from conception to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, designers, and marketers to enhance financial processes and craft solutio...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $151K *

Drive efficient validation fleet operations by managing asset allocation, communication, and readiness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure test vehicles are optimized for configurations...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $180K *

Empower project success through exceptional client service, leadership, and team motivation. Drive excellence in design and delivery while fostering business growth in a collaborative architectural en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $200K *

Shape the future of quantum computing by leading program management for advanced hardware upgrades and innovative research projects, ensuring successful execution and collaboration across multidiscipl...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $153K *

Shape the future of product development by optimizing technical frameworks and leading Agile processes to drive effective cross-functional collaboration and enhance system performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $322K *

Drive operational excellence as you lead business functions, build data-driven insights, and enhance cross-team collaboration to empower strategic decisions, optimize performance, and scale initiative...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive impactful executive engagement programs across the Americas, guiding strategy, team development, and execution to elevate customer relationships and business outcomes in AI contexts...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $115K *

Lead client success by managing technical project execution, communications, and financial oversight while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality deliverables and operational...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $115K *

Champion client success by leading technical project management and ensuring seamless communication, operational integrity, and strategic recruitment, while driving impactful solutions that enhance re...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$212K - $276K *

Unlock your leadership potential by guiding a DMPK team to advance biotherapeutics from Discovery to clinical development, collaborating across disciplines to shape pharmacology strategies and ensure...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Explore a key product leadership role defining and executing the strategy for cutting-edge autonomous ground support equipment, enhancing operational efficiency for global airlines and airports while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Empower operational efficiency by leading merchant onboarding, underwriting, and risk management for a growing payments platform. Optimize processes using data-driven decision-making and AI-driven aut...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $291K *

Lead a global engineering design team to innovate optical transceiver development. Drive architecture, validation, and AI tool integration, ensuring project success and enhanced productivity in a coll...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$185K - $200K *

Transform architectural practices by leading cross-domain initiatives that integrate technology with business strategy, ensuring delivery excellence and building executive relationships to drive accou...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Champion executive productivity by providing multifaceted support to the Chief People Officer, managing logistics, project execution, and maintaining organizational excellence across diverse initiativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in IT project management and software development. Oversee the digital modernization projects, ensure technical integration, and support executive communications...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $185K *

Lead the charge in managing a vital global health initiative, driving project execution, strategic relationships, and compliance. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure project success and sm...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$217K - $236K *

Drive the end-to-end planning and management of a large-scale ML hardware portfolio, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance compute capabilities and deliver optimized solutions that bala...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $285K *

Join us to elevate our drone operations by forging strategic partnerships with telecom providers, ensuring seamless connectivity for our users and empowering them with reliable data access anytime, an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$205K - $275K *

Empower a dynamic team by leading the development of a cutting-edge wireless platform. Collaborate closely with engineering to deliver innovative solutions across hardware, software, and cloud, while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.