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.
$120K - $150K *
Innovate and build across multiple surfaces, enhancing developer tools and agent products. Collaborate closely with a small team to deliver high-quality software solutions that drive enterprise adopti...
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$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales excellence by managing customer projects, generating proposals, and collaborating across departments to exceed expectations while maximizing margins and e...
2 weeks ago
$185K - $205K *
Lead and mentor a team in dry etch engineering, driving process optimization and manufacturing efficiency in a high-volume semiconductor environment. Collaborate across teams to enhance quality and op...
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Staff Engineer - Survivability (California)
$194K - $292K *
Champion the development of aircraft survivability systems, overseeing design, integration, and testing. Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure project success while managing risks and...
3 days ago
Staff Engineer - Survivability (California)
$194K - $292K *
Shape advanced aircraft survivability systems by managing design, integration, and testing efforts. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure successful project execution while addressin...
3 days ago
$86K - $198K *
Lead the design and development of complex systems, translating customer needs into technical specifications. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and support national security mission...
1 week ago
$104K - $192K *
Join our dynamic team to develop innovative semiconductor processes that enhance efficiency and yield. Collaborate on cutting-edge technology while making significant contributions to product developm...
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$120K - $145K *
Elevate your career by mastering end-to-end physical design flows, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving innovative methodologies in advanced node technologies. Your expertise will sh...
2 weeks ago
Product Engineer - Marketplace
$235K - $260K *
Join us in shaping the future of web data monetization. As a Product Engineer, you'll build and manage the Exchange system that connects developers with data partnerships and enhances user experience...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Senior Equipment Engineer - Electrical
$111K - $176K *
Lead the charge in transforming aerospace and automotive manufacturing through advanced Additive Manufacturing. Drive equipment reliability and optimize production processes while mentoring teams and...
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Senior Equipment Engineer - Electrical
$111K - $176K *
Explore your potential as you drive the transition of advanced Additive Manufacturing equipment into high-volume production. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, troubleshoot issues, and est...
2 days ago
$132K - $212K *
Shape your career by supporting vital water resources planning and asset management initiatives. Join a high-performing team to address complex water supply issues while enhancing operational efficien...
4 weeks ago
Engineer I, Mechanical Engineering
$90K - $95K *
Drive the design and documentation of mechanical components for UHP gas purification systems, ensuring high-quality standards and collaboration with suppliers in a dynamic environment focused on innov...
4 days ago
Staff Front-End Network Engineer
$160K - $190K *
Join a dynamic team to lead technical direction and operational excellence in high-performance Ethernet networks for AI infrastructure, driving architecture decisions and solving complex networking ch...
1 week ago
$135K - $160K *
Join a team that's redefining healthcare technology by leading the electrical architecture for innovative PAP therapy systems. Drive design, integration, and compliance from concept to commercializati...
5 days ago
$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative electrical architectures for next-gen PAP therapy systems. Drive design, integration, and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure...
5 days ago
Senior Program Manager II - Advanced RF Systems (TS/SCI)
$134K - $201K *
Lead the future of advanced RF systems by managing technical roadmaps, overseeing multiple programs, and driving innovation from concept to production while collaborating with cross-functional teams a...
1 week ago
$87K - $157K *
Elevate the future of energy by leading substation physical design projects. Collaborate with teams to create innovative layouts for utility systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in grid modernizati...
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Principal Signal Integrity Engineer
$181K - $367K *
Elevate your career by joining a leading signal integrity team focused on high-speed ASIC PAM4 SerDes analysis. Collaborate with experts to drive innovation in networking product design and enhance sy...
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Director of Engineering- Integrated Sensor Team
$150K - $180K *
Drive engineering excellence by leading a multidisciplinary team to design, develop, and scale integrated hardware and software systems, ensuring reliability, quality, and operational effectiveness in...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Research Engineer, Gemini Cyber Post-Training, DeepMind
$147K - $210K *
Unlock potential by advancing research in cybersecurity and building scalable infrastructure. Collaborate on innovative projects, develop datasets, and enhance vulnerability discovery models while con...
2 days ago
$127K - $236K *
Contribute to the success of complex engineering projects by managing technical, cost, and schedule performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals and ensure...
4 days ago
$84K - $105K *
Join our team to lead test development, ensuring reliable performance of hardware from prototypes to production. This hands-on role requires expertise in electronics, systems integration, and software...
Reposted 1 month ago
Senior Mechanical Application Engineer
$115K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping innovative mechanical solutions for prefabricated platforms. Leverage your expertise in HVAC to lead the development and ensure alignment with customer and operational goals...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Radiation Effects Engineer - Modeling
$120K - $145K *
Transform spacecraft design by modeling radiation environments and charging physics. Lead analytical studies and simulations to ensure safe navigation in geostationary orbit, guiding hardware and syst...
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.