Explore $100K+ Jobs in California

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 industries and career opportunities

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.

Find jobs throughout the state

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.

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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.

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RF Engineer Jobs in California

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$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of physical design by managing processes for advanced systems. Collaborate with teams to optimize in-house and outsourced efforts, ensuring seamless integration and execution across m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $170K *

Transform complex electrical designs into innovative solutions, managing challenging projects, and ensuring high-quality deliverables while fostering strong client relationships and collaborating with...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead renewable energy projects by guiding engineering teams through design, permitting, and execution phases. Drive success in solar, battery storage, EV charging, and microgrid initiatives while ensu...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform cellular modem systems by owning their lifecycle, enhancing user experience through collaboration with cross-functional teams, and driving innovation in algorithm design and productization...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer robust hardware solutions critical for data center success, driving the development lifecycle from design to validation. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure performance and efficiency for...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $170K *

Drive the development of an in-house ultrasonic inspection program, setting strategies and procedures for additive flight hardware. Lead a growing NDE team, ensuring compliance and quality in critical...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $175K *

Engineer and manage complex storage and networking solutions, overseeing program planning, budget, and staffing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality delivery and meet customer re...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's designing and developing software for global network infrastructure automation, ensuring reliability and scalability for billions of users through innovative solutions and collabora...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of AI by building innovative solutions for robotics, AV, and healthcare. Drive end-to-end product development, collaborating with customers to solve complex challenges in data annotat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Drive the evolution of scalable backend systems to enhance AI-native features across platforms. Take ownership of architecture, set engineering standards, and ensure high reliability while collaborati...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team as a Substation Engineer, where you'll design and develop impactful electrical solutions for the energy sector, contributing to innovative projects that s...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Elevate testing operations for groundbreaking nuclear microreactor technology. Collaborate across disciplines to translate complex designs into effective test procedures, shaping the future of enginee...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of technology by designing advanced hardware solutions. Collaborate with engineers and researchers to create low-power accelerators and innovative silicon, driving the next genera...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $140K *

Help us optimize our enterprise network infrastructure by designing, deploying, and maintaining robust solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliability and performance in a fast-paced environ...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing rail projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and strengthen client relationships while managing project delivery...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $170K *

Champion the design and delivery of spacecraft avionics from concept to flight. Collaborate across teams to innovate robust hardware and systems while ensuring reliable operation in demanding environm...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Transform complex engineering projects by leading a team of specialists in BAS and EPMS designs for critical data center sectors, ensuring high quality and timely deliverables while mentoring talent a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive process ownership in assembly tech for optical circuits within a 24/7 manufacturing environment. Collaborate with engineers and operators to enhance process yield, tool performance, and cycle ef...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $175K *

Transform customer experiences as a key Applications Engineer, collaborating with global semiconductor design teams to integrate cutting-edge IPs. Leverage your technical expertise to support innovati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate process capabilities for assembly of optical circuits in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to improve yield, reliability, and efficiency in ass...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$60K - $148K *

Create and implement advanced DFT solutions for complex SoCs and ASICs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and testability while driving innovation in design and ver...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Invent the future of Wi-Fi by shaping research agendas and collaborating with industry leaders to develop innovative standards and technologies for the next generation of wireless communication...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$132K - $189K *

Transform the future of optical technology by designing high-speed transceivers and systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate solutions that enhance performance and efficiency in cutting-ed...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $118K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of mechanical components for probe cards, ensuring manufacturability and reliability while collaborating across teams to drive innovation from co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $253K *

Innovate cutting-edge SRAM solutions by leading design and development of high-performance memory circuits. Drive efficiency in power, performance, and area while mentoring junior engineers and collab...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of $100,000+ jobs can I find in California?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.

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    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.