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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$109K - $186K *

Unlock potential by developing cutting-edge backend services for an AI-driven application platform, enhancing developer experience and operational excellence in a collaborative environment focused on...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $186K *

Grow your skills by developing backend services for a cutting-edge AI platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance developer experience and ensure quality, scalability, and security in modern...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and maintaining advanced IT infrastructure platforms, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate with teams to optimize solutions, automate processes, and enhance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower businesses by building software that connects robots to operators, enhancing operational workflows through innovative teleoperation, fleet management, and real-time performance tools. Drive pr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the evolution of production infrastructure; own deployments, monitoring, and security. Build robust systems to ensure reliability and swift incident response in a dynamic environment where ad...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Engineer groundbreaking embedded software for pioneering distributed wireless mesh devices, optimizing performance, reliability, and integration of advanced sensor technology in a fast-paced environme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Make your mark by designing cutting-edge control systems for UAVs. This role involves developing algorithms, optimizing flight performance, and integrating machine learning to enhance autonomy—all whi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Transform the payments landscape by building secure, real-time systems that capture card data without exposure, ensuring compliance and reliability across diverse telephony environments while enhancin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$127K - $139K *

Innovate and develop high-fidelity simulation software for avionics systems. Collaborate with engineers to design, implement, and test embedded software, ensuring robust performance in real-time envir...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive the architecture and automation of core IT systems, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and support executives in a fast-paced envi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of testing technology by developing a robust software platform that integrates hardware and automates testing processes, enabling engineers to efficiently validate reactor components...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to develop scalable full-stack applications, enhancing user experience and driving innovation in portfolio management software for global investment firms. Collaborate across all p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform software development by creating reliable, modular, and secure components. Collaborate on large-scale systems, leveraging your expertise in JavaScript, React, and Linux to drive innovation a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software engineering by developing secure, modular applications on RHEL. Leverage your expertise in JavaScript and React to create impactful web solutions whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $157K *

Create innovative GenAI applications by leveraging Python and AI developer tools. Collaborate with teams to integrate conversational AI workflows and ensure reliable production systems, contributing t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $155K *

Champion the development of robust security systems that safeguard customer data while enhancing workflows. Collaborate with engineers to embed security in product designs and ensure rapid, trustworth...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $163K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of scalable APIs and microservices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance identity management solutions while ensuring high performa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $130K *

Optimize operational excellence by providing advanced production support for enterprise applications and cloud platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure stability, drive incident re...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $160K *

Join our team as a senior software engineer, where you'll design, implement, and enhance software applications while mentoring peers and driving technical initiatives to align with organizational goal...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $196K *

Develop your skills in cutting-edge agent infrastructure at scale while working with a dynamic team on innovative solutions that address the unique complexities of autonomous systems in a rapidly evol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $120K *

Join our dynamic engineering team to develop innovative real-time automation solutions, leveraging advanced programming and design tools to enhance manufacturing efficiency and operational excellence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $120K *

Join a team that's developing cutting-edge automation solutions across manufacturing environments. Collaborate with engineers to design, implement, and support real-time systems, enhancing operational...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$202K - $274K *

Engineer innovative lead-to-cash solutions by designing and delivering core services for pipeline management, quoting, and order automation, while driving AI capabilities and mentoring engineering tea...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as an Application Engineer, crafting dynamic web applications using modern tech. Collaborate on innovative projects while leveraging your expertise in TypeScript, React, and cloud...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $250K *

Optimize and deploy lightweight machine learning models for edge AI applications, focusing on audio processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance model efficiency and provide technica...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.