Explore $100K+ Jobs in Kentucky

Find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more across Kentucky with Ladders. From Louisville and Lexington to growing communities throughout the state, explore roles for experienced professionals ready to take the next step in their careers. Browse openings across industries and compare opportunities that match your skills, experience, and goals.

Professional Opportunities Across Kentucky

Kentucky’s economy includes established sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, finance, and technology, alongside growing businesses and regional employers. Opportunities vary by location and experience, with roles in corporate leadership, operations, sales, engineering, healthcare administration, and other professional fields. Review each listing for location, qualifications, compensation details, and work arrangement.

Find the Right Role for Your Experience

Use Ladders to focus your search on vetted jobs with salaries of at least $100,000. Explore positions by title, employer, location, or industry, and consider opportunities in major employment centers as well as other parts of Kentucky. Tailor your resume to each role and highlight measurable results, relevant expertise, and leadership experience.

Advance Your Career in Kentucky

Whether you are planning a career move within Kentucky or considering relocating to the state, compare openings and employer requirements to identify a strong fit. New listings and hiring needs can change, so check back regularly for current $100K+ professional opportunities.

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Jobs in Kentucky

Average Salary in USD

Average Salary: $108,152

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$75K - $85K *

Transform the culinary landscape by leading kitchen operations, ensuring quality meal preparation, and fostering a safe, sanitary environment. This role demands creativity, leadership, and a commitmen...

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive sales growth by cultivating relationships, managing territory, and providing technical expertise to customers while ensuring market share and sales goals are achieved in a dynamic environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform security engagements by leading a team of penetration testers. Manage projects from initiation to reporting, mentor consultants, and enhance client relationships while driving service develo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $250K *

Lead us in creating impactful marketing strategies, driving digital transformation, and fostering brand growth. Spearhead customer engagement initiatives, commercial excellence, and collaborative go-t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead security engagements focused on Penetration Testing. Manage projects from initiation to reporting, mentor junior consultants, and enhance client relationships while delivering high-quality securi...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Optimize client relationships by managing key accounts and driving growth through strategic sales initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance customer experience and ensure long-term succe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Transform military account development through innovative strategies and hands-on approaches, leveraging over a decade of defense industry experience to drive the adoption of cutting-edge oil testing...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Drive the development and deployment of a cutting-edge control plane for identity and credential management, ensuring reliability and security in customer-hosted environments while collaborating with...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive growth in Level Measurement Solutions by forging relationships, managing sales channels, and capturing industry opportunities. Collaborate with teams to enhance product awareness and optimize cu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive the database conversion workstream for a major migration project, overseeing planning, execution, and delivery. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and ensure successful outcomes in a...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer robust infrastructure solutions for a cutting-edge control plane, ensuring seamless deployments and upgrades in customer environments while prioritizing reliability, security, and cost-effect...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $225K *

Join a dynamic team to define and execute impactful product strategies that enhance customer solutions in the financial sector. Lead complex partnerships and drive product expansion, shaping the futur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $151K *

Administer and enhance collaboration platforms, ensuring seamless integration and automation across teams. Collaborate with cross-functional departments to optimize workflows and improve operational e...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining power delivery solutions by engaging with customers to translate complex power architecture into innovative connector and cable designs, ensuring alignment between engine...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$69K - $92K *

Elevate production efficiency by leading a dedicated team, ensuring safety and quality standards while driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $110K *

Lead automation and control systems in manufacturing by supporting PLCs, troubleshooting, and enhancing automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize legacy systems and drive digita...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of interconnect technology by designing innovative connector solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise to collaborate globally and meet the demands of leadin...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $225K *

Unlock potential by owning the operational health of technical accounts, driving integrations, and collaborating across teams to deliver exceptional service and solutions that align with merchant obje...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $105K *

Shape the future of nursing by managing operations across multiple facilities. Lead with expertise in compliance and training, ensuring exceptional care for residents while traveling extensively to su...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $135K *

Shape the future of implementation by leading a dynamic team to ensure successful project execution, stakeholder engagement, and quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$176K - $242K *

Unlock patient access by engaging healthcare providers and delivering expert reimbursement support. Collaborate cross-functionally to navigate payer landscapes and optimize strategies for specialty th...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $242K *

Engage healthcare providers to optimize patient access and reimbursement for specialty therapies. This role requires strategic collaboration, deep payer knowledge, and exceptional relationship-buildin...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Transform patient care by leveraging multimodal AI models in a hands-on role. Collaborate with life sciences to innovate solutions, ensuring regulatory compliance while contributing to impactful resea...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Champion the adoption of MRD testing services by engaging clinicians and stakeholders, driving strategic business development, and maximizing client relationships within major cancer centers and healt...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $134K *

Join a team that's redefining project estimating by leading the preparation of competitive bids and cost analyses for electrical construction projects. Collaborate with estimators and suppliers to ens...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Where can I find jobs paying $100,000 or more in Kentucky?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional openings in Kentucky with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search by job title, employer, industry, or location to narrow your options.

  • What types of high-paying professional jobs are available in Kentucky?question toggle

    Opportunities may include leadership, healthcare administration, manufacturing, logistics, finance, technology, sales, and engineering roles. Availability and qualifications vary by employer and location.

  • Which Kentucky cities have professional job opportunities?question toggle

    Louisville and Lexington are major employment centers, and professional openings may also be available in other Kentucky communities. Check individual listings for the job location and work arrangement.

  • How can I improve my chances of getting a $100K+ job in Kentucky?question toggle

    Target roles that closely match your experience, tailor your resume to the job requirements, and emphasize measurable achievements, specialized expertise, and leadership impact.

  • Are all jobs listed in Kentucky remote or hybrid?question toggle

    Work arrangements vary by position and employer. Review each listing to see whether the role is onsite, hybrid, or remote.