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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$164K - $273K *

Drive global Design Control and Risk Management processes, ensuring quality standards and regulatory adherence through continuous improvement, team leadership, and effective training programs across t...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of complex product areas and drive data-driven outcomes. Innovate by integrating AI across features while ensuring operational accuracy. Collaborate cross-functionally and elevate home...

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4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Lead strategic projects and optimize operational processes by translating high-level goals into actionable plans, ensuring successful cross-functional execution and maintaining visibility at the execu...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing and supply chain operations by managing key projects and cross-functional teams. Drive technology transformations and ensure project alignment with strategi...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in hardware systems. Own the full lifecycle of technical programs from design through delivery, ensuring seamless execution across diverse teams and projects in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $147K *

Drive high-impact programs aligned with business goals, manage cross-team execution, and enhance governance standards. Facilitate success with structured planning, stakeholder communication, and conti...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$192K - $240K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in shaping product strategies for the Legal & Insurance vertical focused on enhancing medical record retrieval and analysis. Collaborate across teams to build scal...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $250K *

Join a team that owns product development from strategy to launch. Collaborate with engineers, designers, and clients to solve real-world problems while driving architecture decisions and delivering h...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on optimizing Digital Pathology workflows. In this role, you'll manage project execution and coordinate efforts among scientific teams, ensuring compliance and timely delive...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compliance systems across departments, fostering collaboration, improving processes, and ensuring accountability to meet grant and contractual responsibilitie...

4 weeks ago

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

$170K - $273K *

Innovate cutting-edge firmware for SSD solutions, leading cross-domain technical projects while fostering collaboration and enhancing system architectures to meet evolving product demands...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $273K *

Execute cutting-edge firmware design for SSDs, collaborating across teams to enhance architectural features and ensure high-quality product delivery within a fast-paced Agile environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $177K *

Drive the financial health of innovative consumer products, collaborating cross-functionally to optimize costs and ensure project success throughout their lifecycle while communicating insights to sen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Engineer innovative technology solutions by leading software development teams, overseeing Agile processes, and driving automation to enhance business operations and improve customer experience across...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative technology solutions, driving high-performance software delivery within an Agile environment while empowering cross-functional teams to enhance business proces...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $115K *

Accelerate project success as a Field Project Manager, overseeing renovation efforts in key markets. Engage contractors, manage procurement, and streamline operations throughout the project lifecycle...

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1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping vital consumer-facing products that enhance public trust and safety during outages. Drive strategy, design, and delivery of user-centric experiences while managing high-stak...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive high-quality federal proposals by managing timelines, content, and teams, ensuring compliance with RFx requirements. Collaborate cross-functionally to produce compelling and accurate responses t...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $248K *

Empower your career by leading strategic marketing initiatives across multiple functions, driving product innovation and enhancing customer satisfaction while collaborating with senior leadership and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $500K *

Transform financial insights into strategic solutions, managing teams and guiding clients through complexities of governance and risk. Deliver high-quality consulting services, develop client relation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$227K - $338K *

Help us drive innovation by leading engineering teams to deliver scalable and secure software products. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to shape technical strategies and develop talent, whi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $260K *

Empower cross-functional teams to deliver AI decision-support capabilities while owning technical strategy, architecture, and execution. Transform mission needs into integrated plans and mentor a high...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $129K *

Develop impactful strategies for operational transformation, ensuring seamless change readiness across teams. Create robust tools to facilitate adoption, feedback, and sustainable growth in AI and ent...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive the charge in managing programs to ensure successful outcomes. Oversee program lifecycles, collaborate across teams, and ensure customer satisfaction while meeting business goals and maintaining...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Help us drive innovative product strategies in patient services, focusing on access, adherence, and affordability. Lead cross-functional teams to translate business needs into impactful technology sol...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.