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.

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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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$135K - $160K *

Design and oversee tailored security architectures for government clients, ensuring integration of threat intelligence and compliance within Cyware's platform. Collaborate on use cases, empower teams...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by designing secure AI platforms that empower teams to automate workflows seamlessly. Lead security integration into development processes, ensuring robust protection while enabling r...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K *

Transform our trading infrastructure by ensuring fast, reliable network connectivity. You'll manage and optimize our global network systems, enhancing performance and supporting critical trading opera...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $210K *

Empower Federal agencies by architecting and delivering AI-assisted software solutions. Responsible for client engagement, technology integration, and ensuring that production-ready solutions meet ope...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $200K *

Lead technical solutions architecture for HPE storage platforms, guiding partners and sales teams in developing resilient infrastructure solutions. Drive engagement, enablement, and strategic initiati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of enterprise solutions by bridging technical expertise and strategic vision. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design impactful architectures that drive customer success and...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K *

Join a team that's transforming IT infrastructure by designing innovative network solutions with a focus on data center modernization and hybrid cloud integration, while collaborating with sales and e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $275K *

Partner with us to transform customer identity solutions by leading architecture design and implementation for a top-tier cloud identity platform, ensuring exceptional experience and business value fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead government architecture initiatives, driving business growth through strategic relationships and innovative design solutions while enhancing client satisfaction and collabo...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $215K *

Join a team that's redefining client partnerships by synchronizing technical and strategic solutions. As a pivotal Solutions Architect, you will elevate client engagements through innovative program d...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $152K *

Drive the design and implementation of secure enterprise network systems across diverse environments. Collaborate globally to enhance operations, troubleshoot issues, and advance security initiatives...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare technology by designing and enhancing our build and delivery infrastructure. Collaborate with architects and developers to implement best practices...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Cybersecurity Pre-Sales Technical Architect, driving strategic security solutions and fostering relationships with key stakeholders to enhance business development in...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $185K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI-driven cloud solutions, focusing on architectural excellence and customer transformation across diverse environments. Collaborate with clients to design and implement...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your Salesforce expertise to design, build, and review secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure seamless integrations and effective deliv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing enterprise data solutions in a Databricks Lakehouse environment, supporting critical missions with a focus on scalability and best practices...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by conducting cloud security assessments and delivering actionable recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with industry stand...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$218K - $365K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mesh networking by defining and documenting system architecture, guiding design decisions, and ensuring scalability and reliability as the platform evolves to...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform enterprise integration strategies into actionable architectures, ensuring secure, scalable connectivity across applications and data platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to est...

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1 week ago

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

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future of our technology landscape by architecting scalable, secure systems that empower a high-growth environment through innovative SaaS and AI strategies. Lead the implementation of best...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in architecting and building data solutions, managing ingestion, transformation, and reporting tools to elevate client analytical capabilities and ensure robust governance and access c...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $198K *

Shape the future of data architecture by designing robust data pipelines and models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data accessibility and security, ensuring optimal data solutions...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$151K - $211K *

Unlock potential by serving as a national technical authority, guiding strategic NetApp solutions across enterprise infrastructure, hybrid cloud, and modern data centers while fostering collaboration...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining security architecture by enhancing existing systems, developing new functionalities, and ensuring robust protection across cloud infrastructures. Collaborate with enginee...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Manage customer expectations by designing and scoping vulnerability management solutions, acting as the technical bridge between client security teams and engineering to ensure successful implementati...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.

  • Do Illinois job listings include remote or hybrid roles?question toggle

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