Explore $100K+ Jobs in California

Discover professional opportunities across California with Ladders. From established business centers to growing regional economies, the state offers senior-level roles in technology, healthcare, finance, entertainment, manufacturing, and more. Browse vetted job listings with salaries of $100,000 or higher and find positions that align with your experience and career goals.

California industries and career opportunities

California’s diverse economy supports leadership and specialized roles at companies of all sizes. Depending on your background, you may find opportunities in software and technology, life sciences, healthcare, financial services, clean energy, media, aerospace, and professional services. Job availability and compensation vary by role, employer, and location.

Find jobs throughout the state

Explore openings in major employment centers such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento, and surrounding communities. Listings may include on-site, hybrid, and remote arrangements; review each posting for its work location and requirements.

Search with Ladders

Use Ladders to focus your search on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review role responsibilities, qualifications, compensation details, and workplace expectations, then apply directly to opportunities that fit your goals. Keep your profile and resume current so employers can better understand your experience.

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Network Architect Jobs in California

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$80K - $95K *

Join our team to shape innovative architectural solutions and ensure project success through collaborative efforts and strategic problem-solving. You'll tackle diverse assignments in a dynamic environ...

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

$95K - $125K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative architectural designs and solutions. Collaborate across teams, lead projects, and engage in end-to-end design processes, ensuring quality and excellence in...

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

$130K - $155K *

Drive seamless IT/OT integration by designing robust architectures that unify data across systems, ensuring efficient operations from design to production while setting standards for data governance a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $208K *

Innovate solutions as a Technical Architect, driving data architecture and migrations. Lead workshops, design Lakehouse architectures, and mentor teams while delivering impactful client engagements an...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $160K *

Champion security across global cloud and on-prem environments, collaborating with IT and governance teams to ensure alignment with security standards and best practices, enabling secure technology so...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$160K - $200K *

Drive the integration of advanced ground systems, ensuring seamless connectivity between diverse space constellations and ground networks. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver scalable, secur...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $190K *

Engineer robust systems for autonomous vehicles, translating high-level requirements into detailed specifications. Lead architecture design, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate across teams to d...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $193K *

Lead the charge in architecting and managing advanced network solutions for classified missions, ensuring security compliance while mentoring teams and supporting critical government contracts...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $344K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with R&D and clients to deliver technical solutions for advanced compiler products, ensuring performance optimization and issue resolution while enhancing your e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive cybersecurity solutions by managing security platforms, improving detection logic, and leading incident response efforts while ensuring operational health and compliance across diverse client en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the design of innovative wafer-level architectures for advanced AI chips, collaborating with cross-functional teams to synthesize optimal solutions for next-gen products, ensuring high performanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $127K *

Engineer the technical development and coordination of architectural projects, ensuring quality and compliance from design through construction. Lead project teams, resolve complex issues, and collabo...

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

$120K - $145K *

Develop and operate secure, scalable infrastructure across cloud and edge environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and reliability while embedding security into every...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform the infrastructure landscape by architecting and operating secure, resilient platforms across cloud and edge environments, ensuring compliance and reliability while collaborating with cross...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of secure infrastructure by architecting and operating robust platforms across cloud and edge environments, ensuring compliance and reliability while collaborating with cross-function...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$164K - $240K *

Join us to lead innovative AI solutions, guiding complex projects and client engagements while shaping enterprise architecture and MLOps practices. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive successful ou...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $338K *

Shape the future of Secure AI by leading client engagements, driving innovative solutions, and building trusted relationships. Leverage your expertise to enhance AI security and governance while mento...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Unlock potential by leading Secure AI initiatives that enhance client cybersecurity. Drive engagement with senior stakeholders, develop innovative solutions, and coach teams to deliver exceptional res...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Transform client operations by leading Secure AI initiatives, driving sales, and delivering innovative cybersecurity solutions. Engage with senior stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of AI sec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of Cybersecurity and AI, leading client engagements and developing innovative Secure AI solutions. Drive sales opportunities and maintain expertise to deliver h...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Innovate within the Secure AI practice by leading client engagements, driving sales opportunities, and translating complex AI security concepts into actionable strategies for senior stakeholders. Deve...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $115K *

Optimize security measures by leading technical solutions to mitigate information risks. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and oversee incident response, safeguarding all computing platforms a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

Lead enterprise architecture strategy across Oracle CX, ERP, HCM, and SCM Cloud. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop scalable solutions, ensuring alignment with business capabilities and technolo...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $130K *

Join us to support mission-critical defense initiatives by conducting systems engineering assessments, evaluating technical architecture, and promoting innovation in a collaborative environment. Enhan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Drive innovation in Physical IC Design, enhancing AI/ML ecosystems through advanced PCIe Switch Products. Collaborate with top engineers to ensure optimal performance and successful tape-out from RTL...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    California listings may include senior and specialized roles in technology, healthcare, finance, life sciences, entertainment, clean energy, manufacturing, and other fields. Available positions depend on current employer needs.

  • Where in California can I search for jobs?question toggle

    You can explore opportunities across the state, including major employment hubs such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, and Sacramento. Check each posting for its specific location and work arrangement.

  • Are all jobs on this page guaranteed to pay at least $100,000?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation information and details, since pay can vary by position and employer.

  • Can I find remote or hybrid California jobs?question toggle

    Some listings may offer remote or hybrid work, while others require on-site work. The job posting provides the employer’s location and work arrangement requirements.

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    Narrow your search by role, location, industry, and work arrangement. Keep your resume and profile updated, and carefully compare each opportunity’s qualifications and compensation details.