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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$125K - $150K *

Join us as a hands-on Azure API Architect to design secure, scalable API platforms, lead modernization initiatives, and provide technical architecture leadership in enterprise integration solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $146K *

Innovate strategic partnerships and drive revenue growth in NTN and IoT sectors. Cultivate relationships with global carriers, negotiate agreements, and identify new business opportunities to establis...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $138K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by assessing and securing technology environments during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring compliance and integration of critical systems across diverse platforms...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $193K *

Lead a dynamic team of technical experts to design and deliver innovative consulting services and educational programs, ensuring alignment with evolving product strategies and maintaining high standar...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $193K *

Lead and optimize a team of technical experts to design consulting services and educational programs, ensuring alignment with evolving product strategies while maintaining high standards in service de...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $108K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement high-performance AI infrastructure solutions, ensuring client satisfaction through expert delivery and support of complex compute and storage systems for en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $290K *

Accelerate the development of autonomous systems by leading systems engineering strategies, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring rigorous safety and performance standards throughout the produ...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Cybersecurity Control Analyst, driving compliance and control assessments while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance our GRC program and strengthen cybersecuri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to design and support enterprise infrastructure platforms focusing on automation, reliability, and security, while optimizing system performance and driving continuous improvement...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$466K - $500K+*

Elevate your career by building a cutting-edge ML data platform that enhances productivity for ML practitioners. Collaborate with experts to create innovative solutions for feature computation and sha...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$209K - $275K *

Elevate your career by leading and developing a high-performing Solutions Engineering team. Drive strategic alignment across functions, foster technical excellence, and implement innovative practices...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Help us drive project success by managing AV integration projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while fostering collaboration within...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $125K *

Drive the deployment of healthcare technology across multiple VA facilities, coordinating projects and ensuring readiness. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage timelines, resolve issues, and deliv...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative AI solutions, ensuring robust architecture for complex systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into scalable, secu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving impactful cybersecurity and AI risk programs, managing multidisciplinary teams, and translating complex findings into executive insights while fostering client relationships...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Partner with us to enhance cloud security across AWS and GCP environments. Engage in system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and incident response while collaborating with a team of experts to en...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive project excellence in data center operations through effective lifecycle management, ensuring safety, quality, and fiscal responsibility while fostering cross-functional collaboration and innova...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the development of a cutting-edge cloud-native DCIM platform. Drive innovation, manage global engineering teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data cent...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate growth by driving AI adoption in legal teams. You'll convert inbound leads and build outbound strategies to tap into a vast market, managing demos, trials, and closing deals while collabora...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in architecting and managing robust cloud platforms, driving modernization efforts, and automating infrastructure solutions for large-scale enterprises. Collaborate with top engineers...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $215K *

Transform AI experiences by architecting LLM-based agents that integrate with real-world tools, orchestrate tasks, and scale in production. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and ensure high...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $140K *

Lead the modernization of enterprise API platforms, driving secure, scalable solutions across Apigee and Apollo GraphQL. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance API security, automation, an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $221K *

Empower your career by designing and scaling innovative ad solutions for global partners. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client experiences and drive business success through technical expe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team driving AI innovation by guiding organizations in adopting Microsoft Copilot and Power Platform. Leverage your technical expertise and strategic insights to enhance productivity an...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful digital forensics and incident response initiatives, leading investigations and client engagements. Utilize deep technical expertise to analyze security breaches, ensuring timely and e...

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  •   Less than 5 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.