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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$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

$88K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing ground systems engineering for aerospace missions. Support design, integration, and testing of critical infrastructure, ensuring reliable communication betwee...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $163K *

Drive technical planning and system integration for comprehensive solutions, ensuring effective analysis across all system levels. Collaborate with teams to translate customer requirements into action...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $256K *

Transform the reliability of large-scale advertising systems. Join us to enhance system uptime, optimize disaster recovery solutions, and design reliable infrastructure while collaborating in a dynami...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$191K - $253K *

Lead the development of full-stack applications for simulation and validation frameworks, ensuring manufactured outputs align with engineering intent. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Join our team to tackle complex payroll challenges by building intuitive software solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support thousands of businesses in managing their payroll processes...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative full stack development, optimizing user experiences while mentoring a small team; leverage modern web technologies to shape the future of AI-driven applications and lead impactful...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $316K *

The Software Engineer for Ads ML Infrastructure at TikTok will lead the development and operation of scalable and reliable ads ranking infrastructure systems. This role involves providing technical le...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Drive the modernization of online platforms by leveraging .NET technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance consumer-facing websites, ensuring optimal user experience through agile...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Coordinate engineering activities across teams, ensuring effective planning and execution. Manage dependencies and risks while fostering collaboration for successful engineering initiatives. Drive ope...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of the technical strategy for a pioneering AI-native platform, making critical engineering decisions that influence the organization's future while mentoring a team to elevate overall t...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $213K *

Engage in the design and development of cutting-edge platform software for HPE's next-gen routers. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality product delivery while enhancing diagnostic tools for...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $148K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AEC software by leading engineering talent and enhancing workflows. Drive innovation in Autodesk Revit add-ins and tools while fostering a collaborative enviro...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join us to design and build essential platform systems that enhance user experience and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical strategy and deliver impactful solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Build innovative full stack features for AI-powered solutions, ensuring end-to-end ownership from backend to frontend. Collaborate in a fast-paced startup environment, integrating advanced workflows a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$320K - $485K *

Advance data center operations by building essential software tools for lifecycle management. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes, enhance data integrity, and drive significant improvements...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI by designing foundational systems for enterprise data integration. Lead in building innovative pipelines and automation tools to streamline workflows and enhance processing capa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$224K - $356K *

Transform evaluation workflows for Autonomous Vehicle development by designing and enhancing analysis tooling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve system performance, stability, and use...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $137K *

Innovate within a collaborative team to develop software solutions using C/C++. Drive digital transformation in national defense through Agile practices and Model-based Engineering, ensuring high stan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative software solutions that enhance national defense capabilities. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment, leveraging Agile practices and cutting-edge techn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in building and managing scalable backend systems across multiple platforms, ensuring reliable execution and comprehensive monitoring. Collaborate on API design and enterprise features...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$161K - $220K *

Architect cutting-edge Cloud infrastructure, ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient platform services. Collaborate with teams to automate and optimize public and private cloud environments, directly...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$198K - $326K *

Lead and optimize a high-performing engineering team to shape LinkedIn's foundational compute infrastructure, driving innovation and excellence in large-scale systems and cloud-native technologies for...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $156K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing automation workflows, ensuring high-quality code, and mentoring junior engineers while supporting production environments and optimizing performance across...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $180K *

Drive innovative electrical design solutions for high-density compute environments. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engineers. Make a signi...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.