Explore $100K+ Jobs in Illinois

Find high-paying career opportunities across Illinois with Ladders. Browse vetted professional jobs offering salaries of $100,000 or more, from openings in Chicago to roles in cities and communities throughout the state. Whether you’re ready to take the next step in your career or explore a new industry, discover Illinois positions that match your experience and goals.

Career Opportunities Across Illinois

Illinois offers a broad range of professional opportunities, with a concentration of employers and roles in the Chicago area and opportunities across the rest of the state. Explore positions in fields such as finance, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, consulting, and business leadership. Available roles and compensation vary by employer, location, and experience.

Find a Role That Fits Your Experience

Use Ladders to explore professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job details, compare opportunities, and focus your search on the locations, industries, and responsibilities that align with your career plans. Check listings for requirements, work arrangements, and compensation details.

Advance Your Career in Illinois

Start your search for a high-paying job in Illinois by browsing current listings and applying to roles that fit your qualifications. New opportunities can become available over time, so check back regularly to find the latest vetted professional jobs on Ladders.

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Average Salary in USD

Average Salary: $117,810

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$104K - $166K *

Optimize your career by ensuring the performance and scalability of critical AWS platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, automated solutions while enhancing operational e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT projects from concept to implementation, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with federal standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success i...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Join a team that's shaping enterprise security architectures to protect vital information systems. You'll design, govern, and implement security solutions across diverse environments, ensuring complia...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by providing expertise in wind turbine reliability and condition monitoring. Collaborate with teams to enhance mechanical systems, perform advanced vibration analysis, and drive conti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Transform sales processes and CRM systems to enhance revenue across business units. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement standardized practices and drive efficiency, ensuring impactful decision...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by providing expert financial analysis and planning support for the US Space Force's Space Domain Awareness initiatives, ensuring effective budget execution and resource management...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Help us secure planned gifts by cultivating donor relationships and educating constituents on charitable options. Collaborate with development teams to align gifts with donor intent and organizational...

Yesterday

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

$101K - $126K *

Drive the development and execution of clinical programs, ensuring effective support, education, and coordination across departments while managing health outcomes and utilization data for continuous...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $143K *

Join our Public Works team as a Project Engineer, where you'll design municipal infrastructure, engage with clients, and mentor junior staff across diverse projects in the public sector...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $125K *

Lead the development and submission of federal proposals, managing teams and resources to deliver compliant, compelling responses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with cust...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower a high-performing sales team to drive strategic growth and customer engagement in the biopharma sector. Lead complex sales initiatives, build executive relationships, and translate business st...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $174K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team to design, deploy, and optimize a secure cloud-native platform. Collaborate across functions to enhance delivery pipelines and ensure reliability in a fas...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing a secure PaaS for federal applications. You'll troubleshoot complex issues, support tenant operations, and collaborate on platform improvements, ensuring reli...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $160K *

Lead innovative water/wastewater projects, managing design, permitting, and client relations. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality outcomes while mentoring junior staff and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $140K *

Empower your career by tackling complex technical challenges as a Senior Engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions, mentor peers, and drive innovation in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$97K - $142K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as a strategic HR partner, focusing on employee relations, workforce planning, and engagement to drive business success and foster an inclusive culture...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving growth in healthcare accounts. Leverage your strategic sales expertise to build relationships, identify opportunities, and deliver value in a fast-paced environ...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion technical integration efforts with partners, ensuring alignment with requirements while delivering enablement and support. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to drive successful par...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive enterprise-level revenue growth by building relationships with healthcare executives, identifying strategic opportunities, and delivering tailored solutions to meet sales goals in a dynamic heal...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee experiences globally. Lead HR partnerships, support managers through change, and drive engagement initiatives while managing complex employee relatio...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $175K *

Transform the landscape of information security by leading comprehensive RMF assessments and mentoring junior staff. Drive compliance and innovation in cybersecurity for emerging technologies while ma...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $110K *

Lead financial management and analysis efforts to support strategic planning and budget execution for DHS initiatives, ensuring alignment with mission priorities and stakeholder requirements while dri...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $120K *

Tackle the challenges of IT modernization by providing remote and on-site support for the Air National Guard's infrastructure, ensuring seamless deployment and maintenance across numerous installation...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Support public health initiatives by managing community grant portfolios, providing technical assistance, and enhancing local coalitions' capacity to prevent youth substance use. Collaborate with stak...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Lead project management initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness, support strategic planning, and coordinate resources across divisions. Utilize strong analytical skills to respond to high...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    Illinois listings may include professional and leadership roles in areas such as finance, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, consulting, and business operations. Job availability and qualifications vary by employer.

  • Are there high-paying jobs outside Chicago?question toggle

    Yes. While many opportunities are based in the Chicago area, listings may also be available in other Illinois cities and communities. Search by location to explore current openings.

  • How can I find Illinois jobs that pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Illinois listings on Ladders and review each job’s salary information, qualifications, location, and work arrangement. Listings feature vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

  • Do Illinois job listings include remote or hybrid roles?question toggle

    Some listings may offer remote or hybrid work, depending on the employer and position. Check each job description for the specific work arrangement.