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.
$90K - $110K *
Help us enhance semiconductor testing by providing expert support and troubleshooting for automated test equipment. Engage with customers and collaborate across teams to ensure optimal performance and...
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Staff Design Reliability Engineer
$137K - $195K *
Drive the charge in engineering excellence by leading design reviews and fostering best practices for reliability in cutting-edge aerospace systems, ensuring safety and operational integrity in artifi...
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$143K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team to advance radar systems engineering for planetary exploration. Contribute to the development, modeling, and testing of landing radar systems, ensuring mission success and fosterin...
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$163K - $214K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of reliability engineering by leading complex investigations and developing strategies for advanced semiconductor technologies. Drive initiatives that enhance pro...
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$83K - $138K *
Take ownership of designing, building, and operating robust campus and data center networks. Ensure high reliability and security while automating configurations and monitoring performance to support...
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Senior Principal Engineer- Field Applications
$205K - $260K *
Lead technical engagements and drive customer success in deploying high-speed connectivity solutions. Collaborate across teams to resolve complex issues and enhance next-gen AI infrastructure with rel...
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$112K - $188K *
Join a team that's redefining systems engineering by leading complex projects, defining requirements, and driving innovative solutions while collaborating with customers and guiding junior engineers t...
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$110K - $130K *
Champion the design and verification of cutting-edge ASICs and FPGAs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and resolve technical challenges while supporting HW/SW integrat...
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$120K - $180K *
Transform mechanical design processes by collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for high-performance data center equipment, ensuring rapid market readiness and adher...
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Lead Photonics Design Engineer - III/V Components
$150K - $180K *
Join a dynamic research team to lead the development of III-V active components, driving innovation from design to fabrication and testing, while mentoring engineers and managing external partnerships...
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$142K - $175K *
Pioneer innovative algorithms for ocean wind data products, leveraging machine learning and remote sensing techniques. Collaborate with an international team to enhance data accuracy and resolution, d...
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Avionics Engineer - Flight Electronics
$100K - $135K *
Elevate innovation by designing and integrating avionics systems for next-gen interceptors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust electronics that meet rigorous testing and performa...
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Radio Frequency Hardware Engineer - DoorDash Air
$139K - $205K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative RF solutions for unmanned platforms, ensuring reliability and precision across the product lifecycle. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, valid...
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$120K - $145K *
Drive innovative solutions by leveraging deep technical expertise to support sales teams. Engage with clients to identify business needs, deliver impactful presentations, and shape strategies that enh...
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$146K - $270K *
Join a dedicated team that drives semiconductor manufacturing innovation through advanced problem-solving and customer engagement, improving tool performance and product development from concept to re...
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$160K - $195K *
Shape the future of product design by driving technical sales strategies, fostering relationships with key decision-makers, and delivering innovative solutions that enhance customer success and busine...
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$160K - $195K *
Unlock potential by driving technical sales strategies and fostering relationships with key decision-makers. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring customer satis...
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$145K - $175K *
Lead the charge in designing and delivering cutting-edge software solutions for high-performance datacenter environments, collaborating with a skilled team to drive innovation and ensure product susta...
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$110K - $130K *
Transform technology infrastructure by leading engineering, administration, and optimization efforts across systems, networks, and cloud operations. Drive cross-functional projects while ensuring robu...
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Senior Principal Structural Engineer - Data Center Infrastructure (FE)
$156K - $281K *
Join a team that's redefining structural engineering for data centers. As a Senior Principal Structural Engineer, you'll ensure the integrity of innovative designs, collaborating across disciplines to...
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Electronics Engineer/Principal Electronics Engineer - Communications
$91K - $137K *
Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in communication systems to enhance integration and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and optimize Line of Sight and Be...
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$160K - $185K *
Optimize high-voltage transmission line design and project execution by leveraging your expertise in PLS-CADD. Lead engineering initiatives, maintain client relationships, and mentor junior engineers...
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$160K - $185K *
Optimize high-voltage transmission line design by leveraging expertise in PLS-CADD and mentoring engineers. Lead project execution and client relations while ensuring safety and efficiency in critical...
1 month ago
$160K - $185K *
Join a team that's advancing high-voltage transmission line engineering. Lead design and analysis projects while mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with clients to deliver reliable, high-quality...
1 month ago
Principal Electrical Engineer (FPGA Design Engineer)
$114K - $171K *
Drive innovation as a Principal FPGA Design Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and verify cutting-edge avionics solutions, ensuring safety and efficiency in embe...
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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.