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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$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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative End User Computing solutions, collaborating with account teams and clients to drive strategy, deliver presentations, and enhance customer experiences while e...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer your career as you design and manage enterprise network infrastructure for Adobe solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance connectivity, security, and performance of cloud applications whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining construction technology by architecting scalable, reliable systems that integrate cutting-edge AI and computer vision. Collaborate across disciplines to drive innovation...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $261K *

Transform your career by leading enterprise-wide digital employee experience initiatives. Drive strategic technology recommendations and enhance productivity through innovative solutions across divers...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $272K *

Join a team that’s shaping innovative architecture solutions, impacting product designs through strategic guidance and scalable technical solutions on cloud-native platforms while balancing performanc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable enterprise SaaS applications. Leverage advanced architectural patterns to enhance application performance and maintainability in a collaborative and inno...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $172K *

Provide expert pre-sales technical support to enhance client solutions, collaborating closely with Account Executives to deliver tailored technology proposals for mid-size and enterprise accounts, ens...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative software solutions that leverage advanced technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to refine requirements and deliver top-notch ap...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and managing station and parking facility projects. Oversee project compliance, budgets, and timelines while fostering stakeholder relationships and ensuring...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$165K - $185K *

Lead the charge in transforming organizations through AI adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative solutions that enhance productivity and drive measurable o...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced network modeling solutions, integrating robust software engineering with deep networking protocol knowledge to deliver reliable software modules and user...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing advanced network security solutions, focusing on Zero Trust principles and SD-WAN architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance network...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $243K *

Deliver innovative disaster recovery solutions for healthcare systems, ensuring compliance and resilience for clinical workloads. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex challenges...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading the transition of a GCP platform to AWS, ensuring compliance with federal security standards. Leverage your AWS expertise to design secure, scalable solutions while mentori...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Design innovative solutions for customer challenges through expert guidance in cloud engineering and distributed systems, utilizing open-source technologies and collaboration to enhance product offeri...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $234K *

Elevate your career by leading transformative network solutions that align technology with business goals. Drive innovation through automation and design secure, scalable infrastructures for diverse e...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Engineer cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure for financial markets. Drive architecture, design proofs of concept, and ensure interoperability while collaborating with teams to meet institutional re...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead connectivity projects for leased data centers, ensuring compliance with standards and managing cross-functional collaboration from site assessment to operational handoff. D...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $233K *

Transform enterprise security by leading the ServiceNow platform architecture. Drive governance, establish secure patterns, and collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure compliance and robust securi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise network architecture by leading LAN migration projects, ensuring seamless transitions to Cisco SDA fabric. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute plans, manage changes...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $155K *

Transform classified network environments by leading advanced engineering solutions for secure cloud connectivity across multiple domains. Collaborate deeply to integrate and sustain vital IT operatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $153K *

Lead the charge in managing design and construction of hyperscale data centers. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful project execution, from planning to risk management, optimizing deliv...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining network solutions by designing, implementing, and supporting advanced LAN, WAN, and wireless systems. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance network strateg...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape a secure, scalable enterprise network by leading architecture, operations, and security initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance connectivity and support growth through M&A and carve-out...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.