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.
$125K - $145K *
Shape the future of avionics by leading system development, integration, and compliance efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, reliability, and performance in defense elec...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Grow your career with a pivotal role blending sales expertise and technical acumen, as you guide clients through implementing advanced build and remote execution solutions while shaping customer succe...
Reposted 1 week ago
Staff Power Electronics Engineer
$130K - $155K *
Apex is seeking a seasoned Electrical Engineer to design avionics, flight computer, and power systems for commercial spacecraft platforms. The role involves innovative design and collaboration with mu...
Reposted 4 days ago
$101K - $162K *
Drive innovation by designing and delivering high-performance electronic products. Collaborate with a skilled team to own all aspects of hardware design, from conception to production, ensuring excell...
2 weeks ago
$160K - $185K *
Lead technical innovation in the design and development of cutting-edge medical devices, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure manufacturability and compliance from concept through commercial rel...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of IT engineering to design, implement, and optimize cutting-edge technology infrastructure. Lead impactful projects across systems engineering, networking, and cl...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Avionics Manufacturing Engineer (All Levels)
$140K - $230K *
Transform the manufacturing of high-reliability avionics hardware by leading process optimization, collaborating across teams, and driving continuous improvement. Engage in new product introductions a...
2 weeks ago
$145K - $180K *
Engineer innovative electrical systems, driving hardware evolution and integration. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex challenges, ensuring high-quality solutions under tight deadlines while m...
3 weeks ago
$81K - $152K *
Champion continuous improvement by supporting thin-film deposition processes, driving tool performance, and collaborating across teams to enhance production efficiency and quality. Leverage your exper...
Yesterday
$95K - $145K *
Lead the charge in providing exceptional technical support for inverter-based products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance documentation and troubleshooting tools, while ensuring cus...
1 week ago
Systems Engineer IV - (E4) | Electrical Interconnections and Subsystem Communications
$161K - $221K *
Lead the design and implementation of electrical interconnect systems for high-performance optical systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful product development from concept to field supp...
2 weeks ago
$192K - $289K *
Elevate enterprise-level IT solutions by leading architecture and engineering for a diverse portfolio of ~190 platforms. Drive technical performance and strategy, collaborating with senior leaders to...
5 days ago
Senior FPGA/ASIC Modem Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team to design and implement FPGA-based solutions for advanced satellite communications, leveraging software-defined radio technology for innovative, high-performance modem systems in a...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Senior FPGA/ASIC Modem Engineer
$135K - $160K *
Join a cutting-edge team as you design and implement FPGA modem solutions for satellite communications, driving innovation in waveform designs and collaborating across teams to build high-performance...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$158K - $225K *
Grow your career with an influential role in systems engineering and program management. Provide expert guidance throughout the acquisition lifecycle, engaging with diverse teams to ensure successful...
3 weeks ago
Site Engineer - Field Deployment
$150K - $200K *
Shape the future of microturbine installations by leading site integration, coordinating mechanical, electrical, and civil components, and ensuring seamless execution from planning to operation while...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Engineering Supervisor Protection & Controls - Substation Services - REMOTE WORK
$140K - $165K *
Shape the future of electrical substations by leading design teams, managing projects, and ensuring best practices, while fostering client relationships and promoting safety and compliance in a dynami...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Drive customer success by applying your expertise in semiconductor testing and advanced tools to solve complex challenges in high-performance computing and AI applications...
Reposted yesterday
$137K - $193K *
Champion innovative electrical systems for advanced aerospace projects, from design to deployment. Lead multidisciplinary teams in developing reliable mixed-signal and embedded hardware, enhancing nex...
3 weeks ago
$97K - $114K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of space power systems. As a Power Electronics Engineer, you'll design, test, and validate cutting-edge hardware, collaborating with experts to ensure high-reliab...
5 days ago
$180K - $310K *
Pioneer robust security measures by integrating them into development practices, enabling seamless scaling while ensuring the protection of data and infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally to b...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer – Hardware/Infrastructure Lead
$142K - $213K *
Lead cross-functional teams in delivering innovative hardware and infrastructure solutions. Drive project management, technical design, and customer requirements translation while ensuring compliance...
1 week ago
$145K - $180K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of metrology solutions in semiconductor production. Collaborate with experts to design, validate, and integrate advanced systems, making a significant impact in a...
4 days ago
$108K - $123K *
Help us design and develop cutting-edge optical systems for advanced space missions, leveraging your expertise in optical engineering and adaptive optics to innovate and enhance deep space communicati...
1 week ago
Senior FPGA / RTL Design Engineer - Signal Processing
$155K - $195K *
Empower innovative signal processing solutions by designing and implementing FPGA architectures for advanced wireless communication systems, ensuring high performance and reliability in mission-critic...
2 weeks ago
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.