Explore $100K+ Jobs in Illinois

Find high-paying career opportunities across Illinois with Ladders. Browse vetted professional jobs offering salaries of $100,000 or more, from openings in Chicago to roles in cities and communities throughout the state. Whether you’re ready to take the next step in your career or explore a new industry, discover Illinois positions that match your experience and goals.

Career Opportunities Across Illinois

Illinois offers a broad range of professional opportunities, with a concentration of employers and roles in the Chicago area and opportunities across the rest of the state. Explore positions in fields such as finance, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, consulting, and business leadership. Available roles and compensation vary by employer, location, and experience.

Find a Role That Fits Your Experience

Use Ladders to explore professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job details, compare opportunities, and focus your search on the locations, industries, and responsibilities that align with your career plans. Check listings for requirements, work arrangements, and compensation details.

Advance Your Career in Illinois

Start your search for a high-paying job in Illinois by browsing current listings and applying to roles that fit your qualifications. New opportunities can become available over time, so check back regularly to find the latest vetted professional jobs on Ladders.

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$110K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Solutions Engineer, guiding sales teams with expert network security advice, conducting training sessions, and supporting customer needs while driving professional services...

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$117K - $193K *

Join a team that's dedicated to countering cyber threats and protecting critical assets. Contribute your expertise in threat analysis and incident response while collaborating with cybersecurity profe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform cloud infrastructure for higher education products by designing, building, and operating AWS and Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, automate processes, and me...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$173K - $251K *

Shape the future of security architecture by designing integrated security solutions, guiding technical teams, and ensuring enterprise-wide security modernization. Lead initiatives for cloud security...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Optimize Microsoft-centric cloud infrastructure by designing, automating, and securing systems. Lead modernization and operational improvements while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance perform...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $125K *

Empower trading systems by providing crucial support and resolving technical issues. Collaborate with teams in a dynamic environment to enhance systems, ensuring reliability and performance during pea...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you bridge scientific R&D and digital strategy, guiding customers to realize value through complex solutions tailored to their unique challenges. Drive transformation and ensure...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by building and optimizing data pipelines for analytics and reporting. Join our dynamic team to enhance data quality, manage integrations, and collaborate effectively across depart...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance enterprise application reliability and performance. Lead complex implementations, strengthen integrations, and drive vendor relationships while mentoring junior engineer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $200K *

Elevate the technical architecture vision and execution across a product portfolio, driving the transition to a scalable, cloud-native SaaS environment while integrating AI, data, and security. Collab...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $175K *

Drive complex security initiatives, mentor engineers, and lead investigations into high-impact incidents, focusing on AI/LLM security posture and compliance across multiple domains...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining data architecture by leading innovative modeling and integration initiatives. Collaborate with AI Engineers to create scalable datasets and optimize performance in a mult...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise AI solutions by designing and implementing Multi-Agentic AI architectures. Leverage expertise in Generative AI, cloud technologies, and governance to lead projects from proof of c...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Agile team to develop critical enterprise software applications, leveraging modern technologies in a fast-paced environment for mission success...

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

$87K - $135K *

Drive your career forward by leading systems engineering for a cloud-based enterprise system. Engage in architecture development, integration, and modernization efforts while ensuring security and ope...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $270K *

Pioneer the architecture for Active Directory and Entra ID backup and recovery. Lead the design of disaster recovery capabilities, ensuring enterprise resilience in hybrid identity environments while...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $148K *

Join a dynamic team to engineer and optimize multi-cloud infrastructure, enhancing scalability, security, and operational efficiency while fostering positive client relationships and mentoring fellow...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Pioneer the execution of large-scale datacenter projects, driving profitability and strategic growth. Lead a high-performing team while managing complex stakeholder relationships and ensuring operatio...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $104K *

Engage in a dynamic role overseeing design development and project delivery. Lead the production of contract documents, mentor team members, and ensure technical excellence while managing complex proj...

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

$125K - $150K *

Elevate data architecture by leading design and governance for a critical modernization program, ensuring secure, scalable solutions in AWS GovCloud while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Network Engineer, designing and securing multi-site networks for power generation facilities. Collaborate with IT and Operations to ensure reliable connectivity and complian...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise solutions by designing and delivering innovative cloud and on-premise architectures that meet business needs and enhance operational efficiency acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join us to enhance the security posture of our production platform. As an Infrastructure Security Engineer, you'll drive remediation efforts, build security frameworks, and collaborate with teams to p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $95K *

Explore the world of Virtual Design and Construction as a vital team player, driving project success through 3D/2D coordination, BIM best practices, and advanced analysis for seamless delivery across...

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

$130K - $160K *

Lead the engineering of cutting-edge SIEM and SOAR platforms while advising clients on enhancing their security posture. Your expertise will shape customer onboarding and service design, ensuring effe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    Illinois listings may include professional and leadership roles in areas such as finance, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, consulting, and business operations. Job availability and qualifications vary by employer.

  • Are there high-paying jobs outside Chicago?question toggle

    Yes. While many opportunities are based in the Chicago area, listings may also be available in other Illinois cities and communities. Search by location to explore current openings.

  • How can I find Illinois jobs that pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Illinois listings on Ladders and review each job’s salary information, qualifications, location, and work arrangement. Listings feature vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

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    Some listings may offer remote or hybrid work, depending on the employer and position. Check each job description for the specific work arrangement.