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.
Scientist, Systems Engineering
$153K - $284K *
Take ownership of secure communications system architectures, leading teams to develop and certify cryptographic products. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure compliance with NSA standards while...
4 days ago
Digital Design Engineer at Rivo (Front-End Focus)
$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to design and implement engaging front-end experiences for leading eCommerce brands. Leverage your skills in Figma and Shopify to create custom loyalty solutions, collaborating closely...
Reposted today
Senior Engineer II, System Architect (Pre-sales)
$117K - $176K *
Join us to develop innovative IoT solutions that address diverse customer challenges across various sectors. Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to create impactful, sustainable elec...
2 days ago
$147K - $202K *
Transform complex engineering challenges into innovative solutions. Lead projects, analyze data, and collaborate with teams to enhance product success while ensuring safety and compliance across multi...
1 week ago
Fab Equipment Manufacturing and Operations Engineering Manager, Raxium
$214K - $298K *
Drive operational excellence by leading a high-performing team in semiconductor manufacturing, ensuring seamless transitions to high-volume production while fostering innovation and collaboration acro...
3 days ago
Senior Program Manager I - Advanced RF Systems (TS/SCI)
$116K - $160K *
Lead the charge in advancing next-gen RF systems, overseeing technical roadmaps and program execution from prototype to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage high-stakes partn...
1 week ago
$130K - $160K *
Transform security measures by developing cutting-edge AI agents for vulnerability discovery. Collaborate with a talented team to build scalable solutions that reshape how organizations manage and add...
Reposted 1 month ago
Guidance/Navigation/Control Engineering Sr - E3
$122K - $227K *
Develop and optimize high-fidelity missile simulation frameworks, integrating legacy models and ensuring accurate threat modeling. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance performance and validat...
3 days ago
$127K - $236K *
Partner with us to lead a dynamic team of engineers, driving excellence in Missile Propulsion programs. Shape project execution and foster collaboration across multiple sites, ensuring consistent achi...
1 week ago
$127K - $236K *
Optimize project execution by leading a dynamic engineering team across multiple Missile Propulsion programs, ensuring technical direction and collaboration for consistent program success and talent d...
1 week ago
$121K - $191K *
Join a dynamic team as a Cloud Engineer, focusing on M365 services in a GCC-H environment. You'll ensure secure, compliant operations while managing B2B services, collaborating with partners, and supp...
1 week ago
Application Development Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative interconnect solutions for diverse markets. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to address technical challenges and drive growth in robotics, automot...
6 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Shape the future of reliability engineering by testing systems, analyzing data, and driving design improvements. Collaborate with teams to enhance product reliability and ensure quality standards are...
Reposted 5 days ago
Software Engineer, Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems
$130K - $155K *
Elevate user experiences by designing and launching cutting-edge cellular modem technologies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to solve complex challenges and enhance performance for mobile devices, im...
2 weeks ago
$109K - $164K *
Elevate your career by optimizing operations as a Process Engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, streamline processes, and drive cost improvements while ensuring...
2 weeks ago
Protection & Controls Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Lead Protection & Controls projects from kickoff to closeout, ensuring high-quality engineering deliverables and effective customer coordination. Collaborate with teams to manage project risks and del...
2 days ago
Senior Staff Optics Engineer, Network Qualification & Strategy
$250K - $300K *
Champion the technical strategy and lifecycle management of optical transceivers, ensuring network reliability and scalability. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovations in optical interconn...
2 weeks ago
Senior Staff Optics Engineer, Network Qualification & Strategy
$250K - $300K *
Innovate optical transceiver strategies and lifecycle management to enhance network reliability and scalability. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive vendor relationships and ensure optimal perform...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Innovate software solutions by designing, developing, and testing advanced systems-level software. Collaborate on operational specifications and analyze requirements to enhance business processes and...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and testing systems-level software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet operational specifications and enhance SAP functionali...
1 week ago
Application Engineer- Industrial Circuit Protection
$84K - $150K *
Collaborate with sales and technical teams to identify opportunities, translate customer needs into design requirements, and launch new products effectively, ensuring alignment with market trends and...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$91K - $137K *
Lead the development and delivery of Systems Engineering products, managing requirements, specifications, and stakeholder communications while ensuring compliance with configuration management and ver...
Reposted 1 week ago
$91K - $137K *
Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts to develop and deliver innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective requirements management and validation...
Reposted 1 week ago
$91K - $137K *
Elevate your career by developing and delivering Systems Engineering products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage requirements, specifications, and verification efforts while ensuring e...
Reposted 1 week ago
Principal/Senior Principal Engineer Electronics - Networks (San Diego CA)
$114K - $171K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative solutions in Mission System Network development. Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to design, analyze, and validate complex architectural requirements...
Reposted 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.