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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$190K - $290K *

Drive innovative solutions as a founding engineer, creating scalable products for a diverse client base. Collaborate broadly, establish engineering principles, and leverage AI to redefine wealth manag...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $290K *

Transform the future of financial services by building AI-driven products that scale effectively. Collaborate closely with teams and clients to define architecture and solutions, driving the product v...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $290K *

Join a team that's pioneering the future of financial innovations. As a founding engineer, you'll shape architecture and design solutions to enhance user experiences, driving impactful growth while co...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $252K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of innovative database solutions on GCP. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data management and analytics, driving technical exce...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $212K *

Advance the future of gaming by building core diagnostic systems that enhance performance and reliability across platforms, ensuring a seamless user experience for millions of players worldwide...

1 week ago

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

$74K - $123K *

Join a team that's developing cutting-edge 3D visualization applications for electrical systems. You'll create, maintain, and enhance applications that facilitate real-time data acquisition and suppor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $150K *

Innovate with a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge software solutions, enhancing user experience through robust back-end systems and seamless UI. Drive projects from conception to deployment while c...

2 days ago

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

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the development of integrated supply chain and manufacturing workflows, building systems that enhance visibility, streamline operations, and facilitate collaboration across departments, while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $310K *

Pioneer robust security measures by integrating them into development practices, enabling seamless scaling while ensuring the protection of data and infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally to b...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform core ad experiences by crafting impactful code that millions will see. Collaborate with diverse experts to tackle challenges, own projects, and drive the future of advertising in a dynamic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's modernizing RV technology by developing innovative Android applications and cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and streamline v...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous defense technology by designing and developing full-stack applications that enhance deployment, monitoring, and logistics workflows for cutting-edge...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building impactful software features that enhance educators' management of English Learner programs, taking ownership from design to operation in a full-stack environment utilizing...

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

$80K - $110K *

Transform your career by developing innovative software solutions in a collaborative Agile environment. Engage in all phases of the software development lifecycle while enhancing cybersecurity and ide...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Optimize cloud services by developing and maintaining automation tools that enhance reliability and efficiency. Collaborate with engineers to streamline operations, troubleshoot issues, and improve wo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Join a dedicated team to enhance scalable infrastructure by leading the Kubernetes migration and optimizing Kafka-to-Quickwit ingestion for unparalleled search performance and reliability...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a pioneering team to shape innovative solutions, implementing user-critical features across the stack while collaborating with engineers and researchers to enhance technology and user experience...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$144K - $176K *

Unlock potential by joining our team to develop cutting-edge flight software for advanced space communication systems, supporting innovative lunar exploration missions through collaborative engineerin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $128K *

Contribute to the development, maintenance, and enhancement of software systems, ensuring efficient support for Range Systems while managing hardware interfaces and documentation to uphold operational...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building and operating innovative software features that drive analytics and extraction processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and deliver impactful user...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $190K *

Unlock potential by designing and building agentic systems that enhance operational workflows. Collaborate with teams to create reliable software solutions, ensuring safety and scalability in producti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing cutting-edge algorithms for robust navigation in challenging environments. Collaborate across perception, state estimation, and embedded systems to transform research int...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $160K *

Empower innovation by designing cutting-edge algorithms for navigation in challenging environments. Collaborate across teams to transform research into robust, real-world applications, ensuring reliab...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $300K *

Unlock potential by taking ownership of AWS infrastructure, crafting scalable, secure cloud systems, and designing effective developer platforms. Drive automation, enhance CI/CD processes, and ensure...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.