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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$90K - $100K *

Empower client success by leading seamless onboarding experiences, managing timelines, and ensuring first payroll accuracy while building strong relationships and providing best-in-class service throu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $189K *

Transform program management through strategic collaboration, driving innovation and efficiency across projects centered on consumer-facing products. Leverage agile methodologies to ensure seamless ex...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$132K - $172K *

Lead the charge in managing complex technology projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction from initiation to completion while overseeing a talented project management team, fostering business...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $145K *

Drive success by managing complex technology projects, overseeing budgets and teams, ensuring quality, and fostering client relations while adhering to safety and compliance standards. Lead initiative...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Empower customers by leading the full lifecycle of product integration, driving successful adoption through training and support while collaborating with engineering and product teams to enhance user...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in streamlining creative project management processes. Guide global initiatives from concept to delivery, ensuring collaboration and operational excellence across cross-functional team...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$264K - $363K *

Empower innovation by leading our GRC Security organization, driving AI-forward automation, managing compliance frameworks, and guiding enterprise risk management to enhance product security and gover...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Analyze operations across the NAMER hospitality portfolio, driving strategic initiatives and executing complex projects. Lead program health and compliance while enhancing client relationships and ove...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Lead and enhance program delivery for wellness services, ensuring effective HIV prevention, client satisfaction, and quality assurance while managing a dynamic team and collaborating with community pa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and optimize programs at assigned Wellness Center sites, enhancing client satisfaction and HIV prevention services while fostering collaboration with diverse community part...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of product operations by optimizing processes and driving alignment across teams. Use your expertise to enhance operational efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional partne...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the operational backbone of the People function in a dynamic, hands-on role. Design scalable processes and systems while executing day-to-day People Operations. Partner closely with leadersh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$171K - $223K *

Champion the future of regulatory strategy, driving operational excellence and cross-functional alignment for drug candidates, ensuring timely execution from INDs to approvals while mitigating risks a...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $156K *

Join us to lead construction projects, ensuring successful delivery by managing schedules, budgets, and stakeholder relationships. Drive performance and foster collaboration in a dynamic environment f...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that leads clinical trials in dermatology and rheumatology. You'll manage projects from initiation to closure, ensuring timely deliverables and budget adherence while empowering cross-func...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$231K - $260K *

Innovate with us to architect and evolve scalable production infrastructure for diverse manufacturing needs—serial production, NPI, and prototyping—ensuring streamlined operations and exceptional team...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$280K - $290K *

Join a high-impact role driving customer retention and growth strategies across 2-3 portfolio companies. Utilize deep operational expertise to enhance customer success functions while diagnosing perfo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform product outcomes by leading Engineering OS; collaborate with teams to define requirements, manage roadmaps, and engage customers throughout the lifecycle, ensuring innovative solutions meet...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $208K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy and execution for digital experiences, focusing on customer acquisition and retention through innovative web and mobile applications while collaborating cro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$231K - $334K *

Drive the future of professional photography workflows by leading product strategy for Adobe Lightroom, focusing on user needs, innovation, and enhanced efficiency to meet evolving demands in the indu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$231K - $334K *

Lead innovative product strategies for professional photography workflows, driving collaboration across teams to enhance photographer experiences with AI and automation in Lightroom...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $210K *

Drive the strategy and evolution of a developer platform, optimizing SDKs and tools to enhance user experience and adoption. Lead cross-functional teams to shape product direction, making a significan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in expanding Cybersecurity Advisory services for the Private Equity sector. Drive growth through building executive relationships, delivering strategic insights, and managing high-perf...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$240K - $333K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative product strategies and fostering cross-functional collaboration from concept to launch. You will enhance user experiences and brand partnerships in a dynamic, ev...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Lead the NPI PM team, driving successful product launches by ensuring alignment with operational goals in cost, quality, and customer experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and utilize da...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.