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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$227K - $398K *

Champion the future of patient-centric strategy by leading lifecycle management for a diverse portfolio of commercial products, ensuring cross-functional alignment to maximize long-term value and clin...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$259K - $350K *

Lead the charge in enhancing renewal strategies and operational excellence through innovative program development and cross-functional collaboration, driving customer retention and long-term revenue g...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$163K - $261K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in complex production programs. Lead cross-functional teams, implement strategic oversight, and ensure successful execution from proposal through delivery in the...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic recruiting pod focused on hiring and supporting early-career technologists within impactful organizations. Drive quality, efficiency, and innovative automation as...

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1 week ago

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

$180K - $210K *

Manage global payroll operations across 18 countries, ensuring accurate, compliant processing while enhancing employee experience. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive payroll strategy, automation...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming clinical data into trusted evidence. Drive AI-powered product strategy and execution, collaborating with experts to ensure quality and transparency in healthcare techno...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Manage third-party vendor performance for clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with GCP and ICH guidelines. Coordinate cross-functional teams and oversee budgets while maintaining quality se...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$245K - $294K *

Contribute to a cutting-edge manufacturing strategy that maximizes efficiency, drives quality, and ensures sustainable practices while leading a collaborative team in achieving production goals and co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $371K *

Unlock the potential of emerging businesses by designing commercial systems that enable scalable growth. Collaborate across teams to create impactful sales motions, pricing models, and operational str...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $120K *

Lead project delivery with a focus on quality, budget, and client relations. Oversee teams in managing localization projects, while communicating with stakeholders and strategizing for continuous impr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the development and execution of innovative support readiness programs, enhancing customer experiences through effective partnerships and operational strategies. Collaborate with teams to transla...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$165K - $210K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering value through rapid user-centric product cycles. Lead discovery, collaboration, and communication to craft innovative solutions for enterprise clients, enhan...

4 days ago

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

$162K - $234K *

Pioneer the future of GenAI features as a Senior Program Manager, owning the end-to-end delivery process—from concept to scale—while driving adoption and collaborating closely with engineering for imp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $197K *

Partner with us to drive cross-functional collaboration in the development of human-rated space station systems. Be the key to successful execution as you manage dependencies, track action items, and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $151K *

Elevate your career by leading complex programs with cross-functional teams, ensuring delivery meets scope, quality, and budget criteria. Drive performance metrics and change management for sustainabl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving product strategy and delivery by aligning customer needs with market opportunities. Collaborate across teams to enhance product capabilities and support sustainable growth i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Empower the development of innovative banking solutions by driving product strategy, collaborating across teams, and delivering scalable capabilities that enhance customer experiences and meet busines...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in business development, driving team performance and individual sales efforts to expand market presence and achieve revenue targets across diverse B2B sectors. Collaborate with cross...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage global live production services, ensuring operational excellence, effective resource allocation, and timely delivery of high-impact events while fostering team development and stakehol...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$129K - $186K *

Drive product strategy and enhance workforce operations by optimizing labor through data-driven insights and customer collaboration, ensuring successful delivery and adoption of innovative SaaS soluti...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $186K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise solutions by leading product strategy and execution for Quote Management. Collaborate across teams to deliver AI-powered tools that enhance sales processes and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$236K - $439K *

Transform analytics capabilities by building scalable frameworks and systems that empower data-driven decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, consistent analyt...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $180K *

Elevate your career as a Program Manager, driving program performance and business strategies while managing teams and fostering customer relationships to meet and exceed objectives in a dynamic envir...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$154K - $234K *

Elevate your career by leading teams to build and optimize cutting-edge data platforms, impacting industries worldwide while fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth in a customer-centric envir...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the operations of a dynamic team, optimizing production and enhancing staff development. Drive successful project management and marketing efforts, while fostering collaboration with clients and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.