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.

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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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$135K - $150K *

Join a team that's engineering innovative cloud solutions, ensuring stability and performance while driving continuous improvement across scalable environments. Your expertise will shape the future of...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving high-performance networking software development through mastery of Rust and Go, focusing on low-level network programming and virtualization stack expertise to enhance sys...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $278K *

Design and optimize high-performance cloud networking solutions, leading the architecture and development of core packet-processing systems. Drive technical strategy and mentor teams to enhance scalab...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Innovate by leading the architectural transformation of a legacy platform into a scalable, AI-driven solution. Your expertise will guide modernization efforts while enhancing performance and security...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Innovate and build end-to-end AI-driven agent systems that enhance workflows, ensuring compliance and performance in high-stakes environments. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize AI productivit...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate by designing and building cutting-edge agent systems that enhance productivity and decision-making through AI, ensuring reliability and compliance in a regulated environment while owning feat...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate incident response capabilities by developing dashboards and alerts, optimizing cloud performance, and ensuring security compliance. Collaborate with product teams to enhance IAM needs while dr...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Deliver end-to-end data solutions by leveraging expertise in cloud platforms, programming, and engineering leadership. Ensure performance, security, and scalability while mentoring engineers and commu...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $300K *

Cogent Security is seeking talented Backend Senior and Staff Engineers to design and implement backend services and integrations for their autonomous AI workers. The role involves building scalable in...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive network expansion by engaging providers and negotiating contracts to enhance Medicare services. Collaborate with a remote team to ensure network adequacy and build strong relationships with heal...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $320K *

Shape the future of AI by leading technical partnerships and designing integrated solutions. Collaborate with engineering teams to drive customer success and influence product roadmaps in a dynamic, r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Innovate solutions for power efficiency in datacenter products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive customer engagement and deliver impactful results for AI clients, ensuring market lea...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$196K - $236K *

Lead the charge in designing high-performance networks for space datacenters, ensuring robust connectivity and fault tolerance for orbital accelerators. Collaborate with teams to model performance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence for a Data Center Services unit, driving performance, workforce development, and customer satisfaction across multiple locations while overseeing mission-crit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$127K - $212K *

Champion secure architecture by conducting reviews and assessments for cloud and on-premise systems. Leverage your cybersecurity expertise to design solutions that align with security best practices a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement cloud security solutions, enhancing information security and compliance while mitigating cyber threats across the organization. Drive innovation and improve...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$320K - $488K *

Transform data centers by leading the architecture of cutting-edge systems software. Collaborate with top cloud providers to address complex needs, drive innovation, and shape the future of high-perfo...

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$206K - $267K *

Transform your career by leading innovative architectural strategies and governance. As a trusted advisor, you will drive technology alignment and maximize investments while mentoring cross-functional...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$157K - $225K *

Transform your career by designing high-performance networking features. Leverage your C programming expertise to enhance global infrastructure, driving complex projects from concept to deployment in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Unlock potential by driving AI model deployments with cutting-edge RNGD technology. Collaborate with customers to deliver technical expertise, develop POCs, and optimize solutions, ensuring impactful...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of network development, leading commercial negotiations and strategic partnerships to enhance fiber optic capacity across North America while mentoring emerging ta...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by building robust, scalable systems that manage global inference requests, ensuring optimal performance and reliability across multi-cloud environments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate your career by designing and optimizing secure, scalable cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure high availability for glo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Drive the development of innovative middleware solutions for automotive software, integrating across POSIX systems and hardware layers. Collaborate with diverse teams to enable intelligent, scalable v...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Elevate AI development by creating kernels for advanced models, optimizing performance, and validating results through innovative tools and simulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.

  • How can I improve my California job search?question toggle

    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.