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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$247K - $276K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Systems Engineering team, driving technical excellence and innovation while establishing best practices for developing complex systems from concept to deployme...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$218K - $401K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative AI solutions that enhance developer experiences. Drive technical vision, architect scalable systems, and collaborate cross-functionally to transform software...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building robust and innovative data capabilities. You will design and maintain pipelines, improve data integrity, and collaborate across teams to enhance insights and s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Join us in leading complex GPU/CPU hardware development initiatives, driving integration, validation, and production readiness. Leverage your expertise to influence engineering strategies and ensure h...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Champion the design and delivery of complex PCB layouts for large-scale infrastructure hardware, collaborating with cross-functional teams to establish standards and ensure high performance and reliab...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $250K *

Design and lead spacecraft electrical power systems, ensuring reliability and performance across missions. Drive architecture decisions, conduct reviews, and mentor engineers while collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$201K *

Drive innovation in FPGA architecture by evaluating and defining next-gen designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize power efficiency, performance, and area while ensuring software q...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $121K *

Drive project success by coordinating teams, managing budgets, and ensuring client satisfaction. Leverage your expertise in architecture and design while mentoring team members and engaging in diverse...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Engage with industry leaders to redefine product design workflows using cutting-edge technology. Collaborate with engineering teams, deliver tailored solutions, and drive AI adoption while shaping the...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at customer engagement by translating Neara's solutions into tangible ROI, driving platform adoption, and ensuring customers achieve strategic business goals through expert guidanc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K *

Drive impactful solutions by leveraging data-driven methodologies to solve complex client challenges. Collaborate with teams to develop financial models, market strategies, and insightful analyses tha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by designing and supporting ERP finance solutions. Collaborate with finance teams to enhance system functionality, ensure compliance, and drive process improvements for accurate...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $250K *

Innovate with us to enhance AI-driven engineering solutions, optimizing workflows and performance through advanced ML techniques and natural language interfaces, impacting thousands of engineers acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer and optimize enterprise platforms using infrastructure as code. Focus on application integration, automation, and internal tools to enhance workflows and reduce manual tasks, ensuring seamles...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $333K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI hardware acceleration. Drive innovative verification strategies for high-speed DSP pipelines, ensuring seamless integration and performance in cutting-edge...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $190K *

Lead technical initiatives in aerospace and defense, driving system architecture, integration, and testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure program success and mentor engineers while...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of server technology by leading technical collateral development, defining benchmarks, and creating proof of concepts. Collaborate with product managers and engineers to enhance produ...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation in server technology as a System Engineer, leading technical collateral development and creating benchmarks. Collaborate with product teams to enhance product differentiation through...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$207K - $300K *

Elevate the future of embedded systems by leading the design and modernization of next-gen software architecture, ensuring seamless integration across diverse platforms and driving innovation in hardw...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing advanced network threat detection systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance security monitoring and response capabilities, ensuring the integrity of a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the evolution of production infrastructure; own deployments, monitoring, and security. Build robust systems to ensure reliability and swift incident response in a dynamic environment where ad...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $137K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in advanced hardware engineering to enhance tactical applications. Your expertise will support cutting-edge technologies like 5G and machine learning, crucial for...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$153K - $284K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative FPGA and ASIC solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements, and overseeing project management within budget and schedule...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$153K - $284K *

Transform the future of electrical engineering by designing innovative FPGA and ASIC solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements and ensure project success within...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $400K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and enhance AI agent products, focusing on backend systems and cloud services. Drive technical leadership and scalability in a fast-paced environment, ensuring reliabi...

1 week 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.

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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.