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.
Sr. Electrical Design Engineer (PCBA, analog/digital circuit design)
$141K - $207K *
Empower innovation in semiconductor technology as you drive complex electrical designs, conduct feasibility studies, and lead a collaborative engineering team in creating cutting-edge solutions for th...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join us to transform enterprise OS infrastructure through modern practices, leveraging your Python expertise and operational skills to drive modernization, package migrations, and effective CI/CD impl...
3 weeks ago
$210K - $250K *
Accelerate the design of cutting-edge AI infrastructure by defining SoC assembly and optimizing physical design methodologies for PPA trade-offs in a collaborative engineering environment...
Reposted 1 month ago
Supervisor, PTS Engineer Services
$104K - $174K *
Elevate engineering services by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring timely project delivery while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement across diverse technical functions...
1 week ago
Staff Product Engineer, Opto-Mechanical Modules
$188K - $274K *
Join a pioneering team to drive innovation in product engineering for cutting-edge display technologies. Lead technical initiatives, optimize yield, and collaborate across functions to redefine user e...
3 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Analyze electrical systems for building projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with clients and senior engineers to deliver high-performance designs while managing project planning...
Yesterday
Systems Engineer - Power & Thermal
$117K - $195K *
Transform complex spacecraft designs through rigorous systems engineering, focusing on Power and Thermal subsystems. Lead ConOps development, manage requirements, and ensure integration and validation...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion operational excellence by delivering top-tier field service support, ensuring seamless installation and maintenance of complex semiconductor equipment while fostering strong customer relation...
Yesterday
$131K - $205K *
Engage in the design and evaluation of electric power generation projects. Provide technical support and owner’s engineering services, focusing on thermal power systems. Collaborate on project develop...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Help us ensure product excellence by developing and implementing robust quality assurance processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify defects, drive improvements, and maintain compl...
3 weeks ago
Senior Principal FPGA/ASIC Engineer (Onsite)
$145K - $276K *
Deliver innovative solutions as a Senior Principal Engineer, focusing on testbench design and verification for high-performance digital ASICs and FPGAs. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance sign...
1 week ago
Senior Principal FPGA/ASIC Engineer (Onsite)
$145K - $276K *
Optimize the design and verification of high-performance digital ASICs and FPGAs. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance verification processes, ensuring quality and efficiency in signal processin...
1 week ago
$125K - $151K *
Drive the design and development of advanced optical systems for planetary probes and remote sensing. Collaborate with diverse teams to innovate in optical engineering, focusing on adaptive optics and...
1 week ago
Sr. Structures Design Engineer
$104K - $173K *
Optimize spacecraft structures by leading design efforts, generating detailed drawings, and collaborating with a skilled team to enhance engineering processes and support innovative projects in aerosp...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of robotics by developing and deploying high-reliability manipulation policies. Drive innovation from data to model to real-world applications, optimizing for rea...
1 week ago
Staff Electrical Engineer, Energy Storage BoP
$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in optimizing energy storage systems by conducting power system studies, specifying electrical equipment, and developing protection designs to enhance efficiency and sustainability in...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $137K *
Champion thermal design solutions by executing test plans, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure optimal performance of high-end switching products across various...
2 days ago
Staff Engineer, Field Applications
$163K - $224K *
Empower automotive innovation by leading technical engagements, translating customer needs into solutions, and driving projects from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to d...
2 weeks ago
Aerospace Quality Engineer- Level 1
$72K - $87K *
Transform supplier quality assurance by evaluating manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance, and driving corrective actions throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate across teams to uphold qua...
5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate innovation in materials engineering by developing and qualifying reactor materials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive tests and optimize processes ensuring safety and performanc...
Reposted 1 month ago
$105K - $213K *
Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of electrical engineering by designing and validating innovative electronic components and systems. Bring your expertise to lead projects and collaborate with...
Reposted 1 week ago
Aerospace Quality Engineer- Level 1
$72K - $87K *
Unlock your potential as you evaluate supplier capabilities, ensuring quality standards and compliance throughout the production lifecycle. Collaborate across teams to drive process improvements and c...
5 days ago
Aerospace Quality Engineer- Level 1
$72K - $87K *
Lead the charge in ensuring supplier quality compliance through evaluation, corrective action, and process improvement. Collaborate across teams to uphold standards from design to production, driving...
5 days ago
Photonics IC Engineer - Tech Lead
$150K - $250K *
Drive innovation in silicon photonics by leading design and development of high-performance devices. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring excellence from design to testing and transfer...
Reposted 3 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Bring your expertise to shape the Writer Design System, ensuring it meets the needs of both designers and AI agents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-quality UI components and en...
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.