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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$139K - $174K *

Join our team to shape the future of our platform by designing robust APIs, improving service connectivity, and evolving legacy systems into modern architectures, all while fostering a collaborative e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Shape the future of cloud security by embedding automated guardrails and compliance controls into CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate across teams to enhance software delivery while ensuring a secure, scalab...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $240K *

Lead the charge in shaping data architecture strategies, driving innovation across platforms, and mentoring teams to optimize data governance and AI integration for scalable solutions that deliver mea...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $300K *

Empower strategic partnerships across the Eastern U.S. to drive revenue growth. Build and manage a partner-sourced pipeline, enhance customer engagement, and accelerate deal closures through collabora...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $275K *

Empower your career as a Senior Client Solutions Architect, guiding clients through complex tech implementations. Lead solution strategy from design to execution while mentoring technical teams and co...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $125K *

Advance your career by managing electrical engineering projects, ensuring safety and productivity through design, troubleshooting, and installation. Collaborate with maintenance teams to enhance opera...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Elevate global client consulting by leading strategic initiatives for corporate real estate clients. Oversee portfolio performance, align business objectives, and develop cost-reduction strategies to...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$131K - $196K *

Unlock potential by developing AI-driven applications and data pipelines. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency through innovative technical solutions, ensuring quality and scalabil...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Optimize your career as an Infor M3 Technical Consultant, leveraging 3-5 years of expertise in integrations and development. Collaborate with teams to design and support seamless enterprise solutions...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $196K *

Optimize client transformations by leading Oracle implementations, documenting requirements, and providing training. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful project delivery and user adoption, whi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$215K - $255K *

Shape the future of data center design by leading engineering projects from concept to execution. Drive technical excellence, establish standards, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensur...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $160K *

Execute project coordination for MEP systems in data centers, ensuring effective procurement, installation, and startup of complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing components across sophisticated...

3 weeks ago

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

$172K - $210K *

Architect and lead customer-focused application development initiatives, translating business needs into robust software solutions. Leverage modern technologies and AI tools to ensure high-quality, se...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$320K - $488K *

Partner with us to lead developer relations in quantum computing, driving adoption of innovative SDKs. Collaborate across federal programs as a strategic bridge to elevate scientific research and tech...

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Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $250K *

Help us build a high-performing infrastructure team that drives operational excellence and reliability. Lead a diverse group of engineers, manage budgets, and modernize technology while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading a complex utility deployment initiative. Drive end-to-end program execution, cultivate relationships with senior stakeholders, and ensure alignment across teams to unloc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable, cloud-based SaaS solutions for Higher Education. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate institutional needs into actionable solutions, ensuring ali...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Transform your career with a pivotal role in cybersecurity, managing critical security technologies and responding to incidents in a fast-paced, remote environment. Collaborate with teams to protect a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$67K - $108K *

Support outside plant projects by analyzing records, statistics, and reports. Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant project completion while managin...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $193K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data architecture by leading enterprise reporting and analytics modernization. Guide technical teams and develop scalable solutions across on-premises and cloud...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Innovate core infrastructure and systems for agent-native applications, ensuring high availability and performance while enabling a culture of developer efficiency and confidence in delivery...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $185K *

Transform engineering projects by leading teams in design and execution, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines while specializing in electrical and instrumentation systems for a variety of indus...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $205K *

Advance the future of network operations by automating processes and enhancing reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that streamline tasks and improve IT...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as you craft precise architectural specifications, collaborating with architects to ensure high-quality project documentation and stay ahead of industry trends. Elevate your career...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $145K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Business Analyst, driving requirements gathering and Agile processes to enhance custom applications for DHS. Collaborate with teams to streamline operations a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.

  • 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.