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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$202K - $224K *

Transform complex challenges into scalable solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, driving impactful projects that enhance system performance and reliability across a global marketplace. Collaborate...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Empower the future of AI by building innovative systems for data analysis, monitoring, and experimentation. Collaborate with teams to enhance agent performance and drive impactful outcomes in a high-a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$165K - $223K *

Shape the future of enterprise systems by integrating SAP with AWS and AI. Leverage your expertise to build cloud-native solutions that enhance Finance operations, driving innovation and automation ac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Grow your career by designing and developing scalable backend systems while leveraging AWS and big data technologies to ensure high-performance, secure infrastructure that supports data-driven solutio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $148K *

Accelerate team performance and delivery by leading software engineers, fostering development, and enhancing organizational effectiveness in a dynamic, remote environment. Drive sustainable practices...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $213K *

Drive your career with a leading aerospace team, designing and developing innovative software solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance electronic data processing systems and ensure softwar...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing compute infrastructure, ensuring scalable services for diverse applications. Collaborate with top engineers to optimize VM lifecycle management and leverage AI tools for o...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $175K *

Empower engineering teams to enhance assessment services through leadership, technical expertise, and responsible AI adoption. Drive team performance and customer outcomes across diverse product areas...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by building robust data systems that transform fragmented climate market information into actionable insights, empowering teams to drive impactful climate solutions through reliable i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Elevate your career by architecting intelligent systems that enhance AI capabilities. Collaborate across teams to transform Gemini into a powerful agent, driving innovation in software execution and u...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $190K *

Innovate cutting-edge solutions by bridging software engineering and autonomous vehicle insights. Drive technical projects, enhance platform features, and elevate engineering standards to foster colla...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$195K - $257K *

Join a team that's enhancing blockchain infrastructure to enable scalable microservices and APIs. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation in payment systems and blockchain technology while ensuri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Innovate software solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining web applications. Leverage AI tools to enhance productivity and streamline processes while collaborating with stakeholders to deli...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Champion AI innovation by developing transformative applications that enhance productivity across teams. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to identify opportunities and leverage shared in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Launch your career as a software engineer driving AI systems. Collaborate on data pipelines and backend integrations while growing rapidly alongside seasoned engineers in a dynamic, innovative environ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $200K *

Shape the future of ground systems by developing embedded software for antenna control, integrating electromechanical components, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable opera...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$214K - $309K *

Join a dynamic team to develop diagnostic test suites for Cisco switches, enhancing hardware performance and collaborating across multi-functional teams to solve complex challenges in a fast-paced env...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$214K - $309K *

Empower innovation by leading complex data center deployments, resolving critical challenges, and influencing architectural decisions. Leverage deep networking expertise and automation to enhance cust...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design and delivery of scalable banking features, ensuring reliability and security in real-time money movement. Mentor engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-qu...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $137K *

Drive innovation as a Systems Engineer, collaborating across teams to transform national defense capabilities through advanced engineering practices and model-based solutions, ensuring integration and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $137K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mission planning systems through innovative software development, collaborating in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality solutions and support the full...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the development of cutting-edge collective communication libraries for large-scale GPU training, focusing on enhancing GenAI/LLM performance and reliability within a dynamic AI networking environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Tackle the complexities of AI/GPU communication by enhancing NCCL for large-scale machine learning applications, driving reliability and performance in distributed GPU training, while leading cross-fu...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by transforming data into actionable insights. Lead the way in developing AI-driven tools and systems that enhance agent performance, analyze complex data, and ensure robust monitorin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$128K - $316K *

Make your mark at the forefront of media streaming optimization, collaborating to enhance user experience through innovative algorithm design. Tackle complex challenges and unlock growth within a dyna...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.

  • How can I improve my California job search?question toggle

    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.