Discover professional opportunities across California with Ladders. From established business centers to growing regional economies, the state offers senior-level roles in technology, healthcare, finance, entertainment, manufacturing, and more. Browse vetted job listings with salaries of $100,000 or higher and find positions that align with your experience and career goals.
California’s diverse economy supports leadership and specialized roles at companies of all sizes. Depending on your background, you may find opportunities in software and technology, life sciences, healthcare, financial services, clean energy, media, aerospace, and professional services. Job availability and compensation vary by role, employer, and location.
Explore openings in major employment centers such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento, and surrounding communities. Listings may include on-site, hybrid, and remote arrangements; review each posting for its work location and requirements.
Use Ladders to focus your search on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review role responsibilities, qualifications, compensation details, and workplace expectations, then apply directly to opportunities that fit your goals. Keep your profile and resume current so employers can better understand your experience.
$124K - $171K *
Lead the design and troubleshooting of complex electrical systems, guiding projects and junior engineers while generating specifications and test reports with minimal supervision. Collaborate on innov...
1 week ago
Portfolio Area Chief Engineer - Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS/Advanced Systems)
$172K - $328K *
Elevate your career by providing technical leadership in Electronic Warfare Systems. Oversee engineering execution, manage cross-functional teams, and engage with customers to ensure alignment on tech...
1 week ago
Portfolio Area Chief Engineer - Electronic Warfare Systems (EWS/Advanced Systems)
$172K - $328K *
Champion technical leadership in Electronic Warfare Systems, overseeing engineering execution across multiple programs. Drive innovation, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with custo...
1 week ago
$152K - $190K *
Drive innovation in antenna design for next-gen WiFi audio solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure high-quality performance from concept to manufacturing, enhancing customer listening expe...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $140K *
Drive innovation in network engineering by designing and maintaining complex systems for federal clients. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance network performance and ensure compliance in secure...
1 week ago
Applications Support Engineer 2
$88K - $105K *
Shape the future of technical support by leading a customer-focused team, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring exceptional service quality for RF/Microwave products while maintaining datasheet acc...
4 weeks ago
Sr. Mixed Signal/RF Test Engineer
$130K - $155K *
Advance innovative test programs for WLAN, BT, and UWB SOC devices, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and drive new testing methodologies from design to production...
1 week ago
$89K - $148K *
Unlock potential by leveraging your electrical engineering expertise to support military vessel operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, reliable electrical systems while managing design and...
1 week ago
Network Hardware Engineer, Infrastructure
$150K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team to design and scale innovative network hardware for global data centers. Drive custom hardware development, collaborate across engineering disciplines, and ensure high-performance...
2 weeks ago
Principal Electronics Engineer - Ground Segment Integrator
$114K - $171K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative Ground System architectures, integrating advanced technologies, and ensuring seamless operations within the Avionics Integration Organization, while collaborat...
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Principal Structural Engineer – Data Center Infrastructure (FE)
$132K - $238K *
Champion innovative structural engineering solutions that ensure the integrity of data center products and manufacturing facilities. Collaborate across disciplines to create scalable designs from conc...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Principal Engineer Electronics
$114K - $171K *
Drive technical leadership in the lifecycle of complex electronic assemblies, ensuring quality and reliability through collaboration and innovative problem-solving in a dynamic engineering environment...
1 week ago
Sr. Principal Systems Engineer
$135K - $295K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of wireless technology by developing innovative simulation tools and measurement methods for 3GPP standards. Collaborate across disciplines to influence RAN4 subm...
1 week ago
Signal Processing Engineer - 1665
$120K - $170K *
Contribute to innovative optical and acoustic signal processing; create and analyze algorithms, enhance performance, and collaborate with a skilled team to support both existing and new programs effic...
3 weeks ago
Sales Engineer - Power Grid Automation
$100K - $140K *
Drive revenue growth by leveraging technical expertise in power grid automation. Engage with clients to deliver tailored solutions, support sales teams, and foster long-term relationships across diver...
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$100K - $186K *
Lead cross-functional teams to resolve hardware issues, conduct circuit analysis, and support product development. Drive cost-reduction initiatives and enhance manufacturing efficiency while deliverin...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Support our engineering team by leveraging your expertise in electrical design, circuit analysis, and troubleshooting to enhance product development and optimize manufacturing processes while collabor...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Contribute to innovative electrical engineering solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting circuit analysis, and driving product development initiatives to enhance performance...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in electrical engineering projects, collaborating across teams to resolve production issues, conduct circuit analysis, and enhance product development while driving cost-reduction init...
1 week ago
Staff Research Engineer, Model Efficiency
$160K - $190K *
Manage the development and deployment of innovative techniques to optimize LLM inference efficiency, driving breakthroughs in model execution and enhancing performance without sacrificing quality in a...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in developing and mentoring Field Engineering staff while providing hands-on technical support for AV/IT systems. Drive project success through effective team management, troubleshooti...
4 days ago
Project Engineer - Telecommunication
$85K - $100K *
Drive the development of critical infrastructure projects, focusing on utilities and construction management. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success and compliance while enhancing community...
4 days ago
$163K - $181K *
Join us to enhance network performance and scalability through innovative software solutions. Leverage your expertise in routing protocols and coding to troubleshoot and optimize systems, ensuring a s...
1 week ago
$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of wireless communication by driving innovative silicon design. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge signal processing solutions that deliver high-performance produ...
1 week ago
Principal/ Sr. Principal Electronics Responsible Engineer
$114K - $171K *
Join us to lead the design and delivery of advanced data center solutions, overseeing project lifecycles and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure successful deployments and upgrades in a dyna...
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What types of $100,000+ jobs can I find in California?
California listings may include senior and specialized roles in technology, healthcare, finance, life sciences, entertainment, clean energy, manufacturing, and other fields. Available positions depend on current employer needs.
Where in California can I search for jobs?
You can explore opportunities across the state, including major employment hubs such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, and Sacramento. Check each posting for its specific location and work arrangement.
Are all jobs on this page guaranteed to pay at least $100,000?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation information and details, since pay can vary by position and employer.
Can I find remote or hybrid California jobs?
Some listings may offer remote or hybrid work, while others require on-site work. The job posting provides the employer’s location and work arrangement requirements.
How can I improve my California job search?
Narrow your search by role, location, industry, and work arrangement. Keep your resume and profile updated, and carefully compare each opportunity’s qualifications and compensation details.