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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Network Architect Jobs in Illinois

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$128K - $177K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of critical communications by leading the design and implementation of innovative system solutions, guiding cross-functional teams to enhance and support advanced...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$128K - $177K *

Innovate solutions as a System Architect, leading design and implementation of ASTRO systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance communication technologies, ensuring seamless integrati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $188K *

Lead the charge in transforming data governance and architecture solutions. Collaborate with clients and teams to drive strategic initiatives, implement advanced analytics, and optimize data platforms...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $111K *

Collaborate with customers and teams to design hydraulic solutions, troubleshoot issues, and support product lifecycle. Leverage strong hydraulic knowledge and problem-solving skills to enhance custom...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $250K *

Shape the future of business development by driving Quantum opportunities and building strategic relationships across federal markets, with a focus on Defense & Intelligence to win multi-million dolla...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $210K *

Join our team to oversee large-scale construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and timeliness. Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive project success while managing budgets an...

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

$190K - $210K *

Elevate construction management for large-scale campus projects, ensuring successful delivery through effective coordination with internal and external teams while maintaining budget and schedule adhe...

1 month ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by spearheading data architecture in population health, leveraging your mastery of EPIC VBPM, complex data modeling, and healthcare analytics to drive impactful solutions and enhance...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$179K - $204K *

Champion innovative security solutions by designing automated controls and cloud architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise security and drive technical transformatio...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Champion transformative solutions by leading Salesforce implementations and optimizing client engagements. Leverage your expertise to deliver impactful results while driving project success, enhancing...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Grow and innovate the partner ecosystem in the Central US by building and executing strategic channel plans, fostering relationships, and driving revenue through effective partnerships in the dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $213K *

Lead the design and implementation of data access governance within a dynamic environment, driving security standards and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $185K *

Engage with Federal agencies and software providers to design and implement secure cloud solutions. Leverage your expertise in FedRAMP and DoD IL4 to drive technical sales strategies and ensure compli...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $400K *

Engineer cutting-edge media and broadcast systems by transforming complex client needs into scalable solutions. Oversee architecture and integration while collaborating with teams, ensuring seamless p...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $170K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team in developing secure access solutions. Drive technical direction, manage project delivery, and mentor engineers while balancing customer reliability with...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional development solutions for hospitality and entertainment projects. Drive success through client collaboration, site management, and innovative des...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise sales by managing the complete sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technical solutions and feedback that en...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by designing and implementing secure, scalable solutions. Lead migration efforts and optimize mission-critical systems while ensuring compliance with DoD policies. Colla...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Engage with key influencers in the Data Center market to drive specifications for high-performance building envelope products. Leverage your expertise in building science and construction to support s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Drive growth by developing specifications for high-performance building envelope products in the Data Center/AI markets. Engage with key influencers and coordinate project handoffs to enhance market e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Innovate customer solutions by collaborating with sales teams to deliver tailored technical expertise, ensuring satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships through effective communication and p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Empower mission success by leading cloud engineering initiatives, optimizing infrastructure, and ensuring security for critical systems. Collaborate with teams to modernize applications and enhance op...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $184K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mission critical facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure high availability and efficiency in data center inf...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $300K *

Transform enterprise operations by developing AI solutions tailored to customer needs. Engage directly with clients, manage the full technical lifecycle, and drive measurable improvements in AI perfor...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $142K *

Engineer innovative electrical designs for modular data centers, ensuring compliance and performance across international standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver hands-on solutions from concept t...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.

  • 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.