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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of a transformative Citrix platform by designing secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational stability and drive innovation in cloud and hybrid env...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $111K *

Champion operational excellence by coordinating engineering workflows, enhancing process efficiency, and driving cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely delivery of Power Grid Automation proje...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $230K *

Engineer the future of edge-AI by converting customer evaluations into design wins. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize workloads on our innovative Chimera architecture, shaping the next ge...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$286K - $326K *

Empower high-performing teams to innovate banking solutions in the cloud. Drive technical strategy, coach engineers, and enhance delivery for a resilient, scalable platform. Foster a culture of contin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of multi-model inference by owning product strategy, collaborating with partners, and delivering an industry-leading platform, ensuring seamless integration and a rich experience...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative product development in power connectors and cable assemblies. Lead cross-functional teams, drive technical excellence, and mentor engineering talent to deliver high-quality, cost-e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and build a robust data platform that enhances product performance and supports AI initiatives, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for internal and customer-facing...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design electrical systems for mission-critical data centers. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects, enhancing your skills in a hands-on, client-facing role with opportun...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Make your mark at a leading firm by designing electrical systems for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects while developing your expertise in data center electrica...

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3 days ago

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

$92K - $153K *

Drive the design and implementation of security controls in AWS cloud environments, ensuring compliance with security frameworks while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance secure CI/CD proc...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data engineering capabilities by designing robust ETL/ELT workflows, ensuring data quality, and implementing scalable solutions on AWS and Kubernetes. Collaborate with teams to optimize perfor...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive the design and management of cloud infrastructure, ensuring secure, scalable systems that align IT operations with business goals. Lead initiatives in automation and DevSecOps to enhance operati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Transform the IT landscape by enhancing cloud services and user systems. Play a key role in optimizing platforms like Azure, O365, and Jira, while driving efficiencies through automation and collabora...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive advanced support for traffic signal controller systems, ensuring reliable performance through troubleshooting and integration. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and enhance operational ef...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of IT capacity management by ensuring resources meet business demand in a regulated environment. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance, manage risks, and align strategies for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team as a Channel Solutions Engineer, driving technical enablement and strategic partnerships in the Physical Security and IoT sectors. Leverage your expertise to empower partners and e...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team as a Data Engineer, owning end-to-end data systems and driving platform modernization. You'll improve data reliability and work closely with cross-functio...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $154K *

Lead the charge in advanced engineering solutions for nuclear plant operations, providing technical expertise and managing engineering projects to enhance performance and compliance with industry stan...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead customer engagement through technical discovery and deployment, integrating AI solutions while collaborating with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams. Drive implementation efficiency and bridge...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $220K *

Unlock potential by driving new business in the Data Privacy sector, utilizing consultative sales techniques to meet client needs and exceed revenue goals while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$254K - $336K *

Transform the Knowledge Management landscape by creating and curating legal resources, driving AI adoption, and enhancing client service delivery through innovative technology and strategic collaborat...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $110K *

Drive innovative solutions in power grid automation, managing projects from proposal to customer acceptance while providing technical support and fostering vendor relationships. Collaborate across tea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving impactful change in IT Procurement. As a Principal Consultant, you'll lead global teams, develop strategies, and deliver measurable outcomes while collaborating closely with...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $170K *

Lead the evolution of our design system by building accessible, reusable components and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and streamline adoption across products...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $250K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by designing secure architectures and leading initiatives to protect systems and infrastructure. Drive improvements in security posture while collaborating with teams...

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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.