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.
Electrical Engineer, Power Distribution
$117K - $172K *
Shape the future of advanced semiconductor systems by leading electrical architecture, integration, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop high-impact solutions that drive...
3 weeks ago
$75K - $90K *
Optimize client experiences by resolving complex technical issues through remote and onsite support. Engage with clients across various environments, leveraging strong communication and technical skil...
3 days ago
$88K - $154K *
Lead the charge in high-quality process design for complex industrial projects, collaborating across disciplines to ensure effective delivery from concept to detail, while driving execution in a dynam...
3 weeks ago
Calibration Engineer (Compute Test ,Agoura Hills, CA)
$132K - $212K *
Join a dynamic team to develop calibration software and algorithms for precision instruments, enhancing measurement accuracy in ATE equipment. Collaborate across sites, mentor new engineers, and drive...
1 week ago
Principal Application Engineer
$154K - $231K *
Unlock your potential in a strategic engineering role, where you will directly influence customer success by driving advanced Optical DSP solutions and collaborating with top-tier professionals in cut...
Reposted today
Principal Engineer, Safeguards
$307K - $427K *
Join a team that's redefining safety in AI by designing robust defenses against evolving threats. As a technical authority, you'll shape the future of Cloud AI, ensuring security across complex system...
3 days ago
$74K - $113K *
Shape the future of high voltage substation projects by leading design and project management efforts. Collaborate with engineers, troubleshoot complex issues, and enhance your career through peer lea...
2 weeks ago
$74K - $113K *
Join a team that's dedicated to high voltage substation projects, where you'll take ownership of design, project management, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with engineers, prepare technical reports...
2 weeks ago
Quality Engineer Electro-Mechanical Assembly
$100K - $162K *
Join a dynamic team to ensure electro-mechanical build quality in production. You'll tackle assembly issues, lead investigations, and collaborate with engineering to enhance manufacturability and perf...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $300K *
Champion innovative analog layout designs, leading a skilled team to deliver high-quality mixed-signal solutions. Collaborate closely with project stakeholders to ensure adherence to design guidelines...
2 days ago
Forward Deployed Engineer, Enterprise Context Layer, Agentic Data Cloud
$174K - $252K *
Accelerate the development of innovative AI solutions by collaborating with key clients to design, deploy, and optimize advanced AI agents, ensuring alignment with customer needs and business objectiv...
1 week ago
$141K - $307K *
Engineer complex systems for semiconductor equipment; collaborate across disciplines, define requirements, and drive integration while improving reliability and efficiency through data-driven decision...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$77K - $176K *
Champion network excellence by designing and maintaining SD-WAN solutions, ensuring secure and optimized connectivity across diverse environments while troubleshooting complex issues and collaborating...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as a Quality Engineer, enhancing manufacturing processes through hands-on support, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...
2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at our company by leading the estimating team for innovative utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. Drive precise budgeting and foster collaboration across teams to enha...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Principal Electrical Engineer - Traction Power
$100K - $176K *
Join a team that's redefining rail infrastructure by designing traction power systems. Lead projects, ensure compliance, and innovate solutions for mass transit systems. Engage with partners, from eng...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Avionics Mechanical Engineer
$137K - $193K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, designing and testing cutting-edge electromechanical systems for aerospace applications. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure mission success...
1 week ago
Senior Product Design Engineer
$172K - $203K *
Shape the future of wearables by leading innovative design and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and refine consumer devices with precision and passion in a dynamic, fa...
Reposted 1 week ago
$130K - $155K *
Unlock potential by designing and implementing a zero-trust network security architecture that safeguards sensitive compute environments, ensuring robust access controls and security automation for ne...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Avionics Manufacturing Engineer, Electrical Integration
$95K - $115K *
Develop and improve manufacturing processes for avionics systems, focusing on electrical integration. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure safe, efficient assembly of complex hardware, while e...
4 days ago
Licensing Engineer, Instrumentation, Controls and Electrical
$122K - $144K *
Contribute to the development of reactor facility licensing applications, ensuring regulatory compliance. Collaborate with engineering teams to prepare documentation and support interactions with the...
3 weeks ago
Wireless PHY Design Verification Engineer
$145K - $175K *
Empower innovation by verifying advanced WiFi PHY digital systems. Architect and execute robust verification strategies, managing the complete lifecycle from planning to analytics, driving wireless fi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Staff Product Manager - Wireless Infrastructure Networking
$208K - $312K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and drive innovative product roadmaps for advanced wireless networking solutions, ensuring alignment with market demands and customer needs while lead...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as you design and implement electrical systems for cutting-edge robotic factories, ensuring reliability and efficiency while contributing to sustainable, clean power generation on...
3 weeks ago
Senior Network Engineer (Infrastructure & Cloud)
$130K - $152K *
Architect secure, high-performance enterprise network systems across diverse environments. Collaborate globally to enhance operations, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement security initiatives w...
4 days 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.