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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$160K - $177K *

Shape the technical vision and architecture strategy for major initiatives, driving secure, scalable solutions while collaborating across functions to align business objectives with engineering effort...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $159K *

Transform global operations by analyzing systems and processes across markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights that shape technology solutions, ensuring alignment with real...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Engage with clients to implement innovative solutions that enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency, delivering exceptional experiences through technical guidance and comprehensive docum...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate technology solutions by architecting enterprise-grade software and data systems. Collaborate with business stakeholders to align strategic goals, develop robust roadmaps, and champion innovati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise data architecture by leading modernization efforts in reporting, analytics, and data integration. Drive hands-on technical leadership, mentor teams, and deliver innovative solutio...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $198K *

Shape the future of technology by leading architectural direction for engineering teams. Collaborate across all levels to design scalable systems, ensuring a cohesive architectural vision while mentor...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$148K - $263K *

Drive the design and implementation of AI-First operational environments, architecting resilient multi-cloud networks and building autonomous orchestration layers to enhance security and efficiency ac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform complex network systems by leading design, implementation, and support efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance telecommunications infrastructures and ensure compliance with cybers...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $105K *

Champion the design, implementation, and management of robust enterprise network infrastructures, ensuring high availability and security across on-premises and hybrid cloud environments while collabo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion telecommunications excellence by overseeing infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance on design and construction. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver hi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock technical excellence by providing critical support for product implementations, ensuring seamless installations and troubleshooting for diverse technologies. Collaborate with teams to enhance c...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$119K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our enterprise application ecosystem by designing and integrating key systems like Salesforce, NetSuite, and Boomi. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance dat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a senior technical authority, leading enterprise connectivity solutions and driving network modernization initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance B2B connectivity and o...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in automating and scaling network infrastructure across diverse global datacenters, enhancing performance and security while collaborating with engineering teams to implement robust so...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovation and excellence, driving projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development and ensure quality standa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $190K *

Lead the charge in defining and guiding enterprise architecture across product systems and business applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate strategy into actionable designs...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join us to lead innovative Oracle Cloud solutions, collaborating with clients to design and deliver cutting-edge technical architectures that address complex business challenges and drive success in a...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $168K *

Shape the architecture and governance of Microsoft Azure and 365, ensuring secure, scalable solutions that meet client confidentiality standards while leading key initiatives in AI and disaster recove...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$98K - $281K *

Join a team that's redefining client engagement through innovative AI-native solutions. You'll tackle complex business challenges, deploying cutting-edge capabilities while ensuring measurable outcome...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $224K *

Empower organizations by shaping data governance strategies that enhance security, compliance, and operational resilience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful governance solut...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Drive technical leadership for customer deployments, ensuring solutions meet requirements from design to delivery. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and maintain quality throughout the project...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engineer scalable Azure data solutions, leading architecture and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with teams to define standards and ensure high-performance data integration, governance, and sec...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$266K - $399K *

Elevate your career by providing technical leadership and expertise in cloud, AI, and DevOps. Collaborate with sales teams to deliver innovative solutions, mentor peers, and drive customer success acr...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $244K *

Transform infrastructure strategy by leading network and systems engineering teams. Drive technical excellence, mentor talent, and tackle complex network challenges to ensure platform reliability and...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $225K *

Join the Information Security team to architect innovative identity solutions for a global organization, managing access across various environments, while ensuring alignment with business priorities...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.