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.

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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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$135K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise systems by leading the design and architecture of innovative Java full-stack solutions integrated with AI. Collaborate with clients to translate technical constraint...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $220K *

Partner with us to drive AI-led acceleration in software delivery, leveraging your extensive experience in engineering and architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product life...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in architecting enterprise cloud data platforms, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance across global operations. Drive innovation in data architecture while optimizing for scalabili...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$188K - $282K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving technical sales excellence by managing and developing the Solutions Engineering team, ensuring alignment with company goals and fostering a customer-focused env...

Olympia Fields, ILRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $150K *

Architect and streamline cloud network infrastructure. Support robust security and connectivity across Azure, OpenShift, and SASE platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring optimal p...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $133K *

Elevate your career by managing vulnerability remediation in cloud environments. Collaborate with technical teams to analyze security risks, prioritize vulnerabilities, and implement effective solutio...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative solutions across multiple higher education platforms. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices and ensure alignment with institutional goals, driving...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $154K *

Unlock advanced data solutions by leveraging Microsoft Azure and Power BI. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality analytics and reporting, while enhancing business intelligence capabilities th...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge enterprise data architectures that enable scalable, secure, and AI-ready solutions, while collaborating with technical teams to deliver impactful client engag...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $290K *

Transform enterprise architecture by defining and implementing core frameworks, driving AI integration, and building consensus across teams. Lead the development of standards and strategies to support...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $220K *

Shape the future of customer solutions by leading implementations and driving adoption of innovative technologies. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored architectural designs that meet strategic...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $155K *

Transform the future of healthcare IT by designing scalable, secure database architectures that enhance medical imaging solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-performance systems that supp...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $210K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise database architecture and transformation initiatives. Collaborate with executive stakeholders to drive innovation and establish best practices in modern data...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative system designs for security, video, access, and fire alarm solutions. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutions, support junior members, and ensure project success through...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining ServiceNow architecture, delivering innovative solutions and driving technical excellence across enterprise projects. Leverage your expertise in ServiceNow to influence c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of procurement by leading SAP S/4HANA and Ariba implementations, optimizing processes, and driving transformation initiatives within a collaborative ERP Center of Excellence...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $350K *

Empower enterprise clients by leading executive technology strategy, driving transformation initiatives that connect business priorities with major technology shifts, and building long-term, trust-bas...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $125K *

Elevate cybersecurity measures by designing and implementing robust controls for enterprise applications and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with federal s...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering technical expertise for ProAV solutions, ensuring successful customer onboarding, advanced troubleshooting, and pre-sales support across the North Central U.S. while enga...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $300K *

Drive strategic innovation as you shape advanced power solutions, guiding cross-functional teams to meet tomorrow's grid challenges. Collaborate with customers and lead the digital transformation of t...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining identity management across diverse platforms. You'll architect secure authentication and authorization systems, ensuring seamless access for users and organizations while...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $260K *

Join us in shaping the future of our AI infrastructure! Leverage your expertise to build and scale our cloud systems, ensuring reliability and security as we meet the demands of enterprise clients and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $170K *

Unlock potential by providing architectural engineering support for DOJ/BOP facilities. Collaborate on technical analyses, document reviews, and design recommendations to enhance decision-making and p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $159K *

Unlock the potential of cybersecurity solutions by partnering with strategic customers. Drive technology adoption, provide architectural guidance, and lead initiatives across key verticals to ensure s...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $120K *

Build innovative building automation systems in a fast-paced, remote environment. Lead design projects while mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure high-quality deliver...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.