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’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.
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.
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.
$120K - $160K *
Unlock potential by designing advanced data architectures that enable agentic systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance data flow, governance, and retrieval methods in a dynamic environment focused...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - Secret
$114K - $171K *
Transform your career by leading cybersecurity initiatives, conducting system audits, and ensuring compliance with government policies. Join a dynamic team dedicated to safeguarding critical informati...
2 weeks ago
Principal SOC Architect, AI Accelerators (Multiple Locations
$200K - $300K *
Contribute to the design of next-gen AI products by architecting SoCs for datacenter applications, focusing on security, RAS, and virtualization. Collaborate with teams to define requirements and enha...
2 days ago
Principal SOC Architect, AI Accelerators (Multiple Locations
$200K - $300K *
Join a team that's redefining AI architecture in data centers. Leverage your expertise in security, RAS, and virtualization to drive innovative solutions from server to rack level, shaping the future...
2 days ago
Principal SOC Architect, AI Accelerators (Multiple Locations
$200K - $300K *
Drive the architecture of next-gen AI products in data centers, focusing on security, RAS, and virtualization. Collaborate with teams to define requirements and enhance server designs for optimal perf...
2 days ago
Staff Research Engineer, Model Efficiency
$160K - $190K *
Manage the development and deployment of innovative techniques to optimize LLM inference efficiency, driving breakthroughs in model execution and enhancing performance without sacrificing quality in a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $170K *
Join our innovative team to drive FPGA development for high-speed networking solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, verify, and implement advanced hardware architectures that me...
1 week ago
$110K - $170K *
Join a team that's innovating high-speed networking solutions by driving FPGA development from concept to delivery, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create advanced hardware for modern net...
1 week ago
$210K - $255K *
Transform AI safety architecture for enterprise and neocloud environments, ensuring robust controls and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure AI solutions...
2 weeks ago
Research Engineer, Post-Training Data
$130K - $155K *
Optimize post-training workflows by integrating AI research and ML engineering. Collaborate on data generation, build high-quality environments, and enhance model performance through innovative soluti...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Champion the evolution of our security GRC program through innovative automation, strategic development, and cross-functional collaboration. Lead initiatives ensuring compliance while building custome...
4 weeks ago
Sr Principal Engineer Software
$122K - $184K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming algorithms into high-performance software. Collaborate with experts to enhance cutting-edge LiDAR systems using C++ and CUDA, and facilitate software testi...
Reposted 1 week ago
Sr Principal Engineer Software
$122K - $184K *
Deliver high-performance software solutions by translating MATLAB algorithms into GPU implementations using C++ and CUDA, working in a collaborative environment to enhance LiDAR technology and related...
3 weeks ago
Principal Technical Marketing Engineer
$196K - $245K *
Join us to lead technical enablement and validation for our Zero Trust solutions. Leverage your networking expertise to enhance customer experience, drive sales readiness, and create impactful enablem...
3 weeks ago
Lead Systems Engineer, Ground Systems
$160K - $285K *
Elevate the future of satellite command and control systems by leading engineering efforts, ensuring mission success through rigorous requirements management, integration, and validation across critic...
1 week ago
IC Implementation, Sr Principal AE
$148K - $275K *
Transform complex design challenges into innovative solutions as a trusted technical leader, driving pre-sales and post-sales engagements for advanced-node digital IC products while mentoring junior e...
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Staff Security Engineer, Data Science Engineering
$190K - $230K *
Accelerate progress at the nexus of data and security by ensuring the reliability of security data sources. Collaborate across functions to enhance detection capabilities and support robust investigat...
Reposted 6 days ago
Network Compliance Manager, Principal
$110K - $130K *
Engage with state regulators to ensure compliance across health plans. Oversee regulatory initiatives, manage complex compliance issues, and foster strong relationships while optimizing operations in...
6 days ago
Network Compliance Manager, Principal
$108K - $130K *
Drive compliance excellence by leading regulatory initiatives and fostering relationships with state regulators. Oversee critical processes for Commercial and Medicare lines, ensuring adherence to evo...
6 days ago
Network Compliance Manager, Principal
$110K - $130K *
Partner with us to ensure regulatory compliance across diverse health plans. Lead initiatives, manage relationships with state regulators, and oversee compliance reporting while navigating complex reg...
6 days ago
Network Compliance Manager, Principal
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring regulatory compliance across various health plans. In this pivotal role, you'll liaise with state regulators, oversee compliance initiatives, and enhance opera...
6 days ago
Network Compliance Manager, Principal
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in ensuring regulatory compliance for provider networks across various health plans. Collaborate with state regulators and internal teams to manage compliance initiatives, resolve comp...
6 days ago
Network Compliance Manager, Principal
$110K - $130K *
Empower regulatory compliance by managing relationships with state regulators and overseeing compliance initiatives across various health plan lines. Lead critical projects, ensuring adherence to evol...
6 days ago
Network Compliance Manager, Principal
$110K - $130K *
Champion regulatory compliance by managing relationships with state regulators and overseeing compliance initiatives across Commercial, Medicare Advantage, and Medi-Cal lines. Lead critical projects a...
6 days ago
Network Compliance Manager, Principal
$110K - $130K *
Champion compliance initiatives by overseeing regulatory relationships and ensuring adherence to evolving state requirements across various health plan lines. Lead critical projects and resolve comple...
6 days ago
What types of $100,000+ jobs can I find in California?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.