Explore $100K+ Jobs in Kentucky

Discover high-paying professional opportunities across Kentucky with Ladders. Browse vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, from established employers and growing organizations. Whether you’re interested in positions in Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, or elsewhere in the state, find opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.

Professional Opportunities Across Kentucky

Kentucky’s economy spans healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, finance, technology, education, and other industries. Employers across the state seek experienced professionals for roles in leadership, operations, engineering, sales, healthcare administration, and more. The right opportunity may be available in a major metro area or in a smaller community.

Find a Role That Fits Your Experience

Use Ladders to explore opportunities suited to your skills, seniority, and compensation expectations. Review job descriptions, compare responsibilities, and identify roles where your professional background can make an impact. Listings on Ladders are vetted and pay at least $100,000.

Advance Your Career in Kentucky

Build your next career move by searching Kentucky jobs and narrowing results by location, industry, and role. Check listings regularly, tailor your resume to each opportunity, and highlight measurable accomplishments that demonstrate your value to prospective employers.

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$148K - $178K *

Transform municipal services by leading complex projects and optimizing the Accela Civic Platform. Drive innovation in permitting and development processes while ensuring compliance and enhancing cust...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the software development landscape by defining a cohesive end-to-end experience, integrating planning to verification workflows across teams. Lead product strategy and execution, influencing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $210K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading controls design for data center developments. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure high-quality automation solutions, integrating advanced technologies and...

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1 week ago

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

$160K - $170K *

Elevate your career by partnering with divisional leadership to drive financial strategy, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure accurate financial reporting within a dynamic SaaS environment. Mak...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $193K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers while overseeing technical excellence and driving AI innovation in operational systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful features for post-purcha...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Transform the Corporate Giving domain by leading a high-performing engineering team, driving product innovation, and ensuring compliance while managing enterprise-scale disbursement systems for social...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $290K *

Champion innovation in product development platforms, driving strategy and execution for AI-first tools that enhance collaboration and efficiency across teams. Lead the evolution of platforms, ensurin...

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3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate our logistics operations by managing transportation networks across business units, optimizing costs, and improving service delivery while fostering strategic partnerships and driving performa...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$148K - $247K *

Help us accelerate digital transformation by owning product outcomes and designing Appian workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance Bond Management capabilities in a regulated fina...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $175K *

Unlock your potential as a Director, leveraging insights and expertise to guide clients in navigating complex SaaS negotiations and market trends, while driving impactful strategies that enhance busin...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $190K *

Help us shape the future of AI operations by leading a dynamic team focused on innovative solutions, strategic partnerships, and technical excellence in agentic environments. Drive growth and operatio...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $250K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic product development for a diverse insurance portfolio, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance performance and achieve revenue targets throughout the product li...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Empower our team to build innovative security and governance solutions, shaping access management for both human and agent users. Lead a small, dynamic group as we define architectural foundations and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of security and governance by leading a dynamic team to develop innovative access management solutions for both human and agent users, ensuring robust capabilities that scale with cus...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $196K *

Lead the charge in driving profitable growth for DTC and Amazon sales across the Americas. Oversee a dynamic team, enhance customer experience, and execute strategic digital commerce initiatives to ac...

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2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance excellence by leading the development of scalable processes that enhance student recruitment and enrollment, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across all interacti...

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4 days ago

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

$165K - $180K *

Transform healthcare solutions by leading the design and development of scalable, high-performance systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers to drive innovation and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $189K *

Elevate organizational efficiency by leading Workday Absence and Time Tracking solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize processes, ensuring compliance and enhancing user experience as the...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $250K *

Drive the product roadmap for Unify Release Orchestration, enhancing developer experience while coordinating releases across multiple services, engaging customers, and leading initiatives for AI-nativ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$241K - $448K *

Drive the Americas Commercial Legal team, leading negotiations on complex software agreements while fostering collaboration and developing talent. Engage with stakeholders to ensure legal alignment an...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $212K *

Engage with the CEO to craft compelling narratives and enhance communication strategies. Lead diverse content creation, leveraging AI tools to connect with key audiences and ensure impactful messaging...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $141K *

Pioneer excellence in program management by leading large-scale Healthcare IT initiatives. Collaborate with C-suite stakeholders to ensure strategic delivery, financial performance, and risk managemen...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team to shape financial systems that drive growth and innovation. You'll own the strategy for money movement and banking, collaborating across departments to enhance reliability and sca...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform the product vision into actionable plans by leading Agile teams, prioritizing backlogs, and ensuring alignment with business goals. Build relationships and drive execution in a dynamic envir...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $190K *

Unlock potential by managing complex technical programs that drive innovation and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to ensure successful delivery of large-sca...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of $100,000+ jobs can I find in Kentucky?question toggle

    Kentucky listings may include senior and experienced roles in areas such as healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, finance, technology, sales, engineering, and operations. Available positions vary by employer and location.

  • Which Kentucky cities have professional job opportunities?question toggle

    Opportunities may be found in Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, and communities throughout the state. Search by location to explore current openings near you.

  • Do jobs on Ladders pay at least $100,000?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with advertised salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its specific compensation details and requirements.

  • How can I find a high-paying job in Kentucky?question toggle

    Search Kentucky listings by city, role, or industry, then review the qualifications and compensation details. Tailor your resume to the position and emphasize relevant accomplishments and leadership experience.