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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$125K - $150K *

Advance the future of financial engineering by building a robust platform for pricing, billing, and revenue management in an AI-driven environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to automate processes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Join us to develop scalable full-stack applications using React, TypeScript, and Java. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experience and contribute to best practices in a cloud-native microservi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage in developing high-performance distributed systems, leading design discussions, and mentoring engineers. Collaborate to innovate and enhance tools for developers, impacting millions of users wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining the Safari Extensions platform! You'll enhance user and developer experiences by implementing new APIs, improving architecture, and collaborating across teams to drive in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a fast-paced team to build scalable, reliable cloud infrastructure for millions. Take ownership of critical platform components, enhancing performance and supporting product innovation while ensu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engineer cutting-edge backend systems that drive autonomous operations, ensuring real-time telemetry, safety protocols, and seamless collaboration across teams for diverse vehicle platforms in mission...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive the evolution of in-house routing protocols and services, enhancing network performance for next-gen data centers and AI applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to automate processes an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Elevate the future of autonomy by managing Linux mission computers, integrating high-bandwidth sensors, and optimizing real-time data paths for advanced perception and decision-making in challenging e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing an AI-driven autonomy stack for challenging environments. Own the Linux mission computer, integrating sensors and optimizing real-time performance while collaborating wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop software for Automatic Test Equipment, collaborating across functions to deliver high-quality solutions and optimize performance in cutting-edge semiconductor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $207K *

Join us to lead customer interactions and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Design, code, and test robust software components while ensuring quality through extensive peer reviews and documenta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$64K - $102K *

Elevate network performance by deploying and optimizing voice solutions, ensuring 99.999% uptime. Collaborate on network planning and security, while providing expert support and documentation for com...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Drive the development of robust billing systems, ensuring accurate, scalable, and transparent pricing and payment processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences and support innova...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$221K - $387K *

Drive innovation by defining the technical vision for AI-native security solutions, leveraging advanced ML techniques to tackle complex cybersecurity challenges while enhancing scalability and reliabi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $210K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to develop large-scale infrastructure and systems. Collaborate on critical projects, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance user experiences and drive digital t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $122K *

Optimize legacy systems by implementing cloud-native architectures and AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce technical debt and enhance code quality, ensuring sustaina...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $212K *

Unlock your potential by developing core data structures for a leading game engine. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality and drive innovative solutions that power user-created exp...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading a high-impact Developer Infrastructure team. Drive technical strategy, enhance developer experience, and foster a culture of growth and accountability while collaborat...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of observability solutions by designing and building scalable telemetry pipelines, enhancing internal and external customer experiences, and driving reliability across complex multi-c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform manufacturing excellence by ensuring quality standards meet and exceed expectations. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement, resolve quality issues, and enhance processes i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Support quality assurance initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product standards and drive continuous improvement within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Engage dire...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $210K *

Transform the AI landscape by optimizing algorithms and enhancing performance through innovative hardware-software co-design, driving impactful solutions for large-scale systems and collaborating with...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$436K - $500K+*

Champion the future of entertainment technology by leading a team to ensure reliable, real-time catalog feeds and data integrity, driving innovation and collaboration across diverse teams to enhance t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$175K - $236K *

Join a team that's redefining secure identity solutions. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll design and operate scalable identity platforms, collaborating across teams to enhance security and develo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.