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 - $274K *

Drive the integration of innovative Fintech solutions, ensuring seamless client system compatibility. Collaborate across teams to design, develop, and maintain robust APIs and SDKs while leading techn...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$202K - $274K *

Elevate innovation by driving AI-native solutions and scalable software designs. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences and deliver impactful technology initiatives in a dynamic envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic engineering team, driving technical strategy, and shaping impactful product decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance developer experiences and empower...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $270K *

Engineer user-mode components for Fabric, ensuring seamless integration with compilers and kernel drivers. Collaborate across teams to optimize runtime libraries and support pre-silicon environments...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join our team as a Security Engineer, safeguarding applications and data through secure coding, vulnerability assessments, and proactive risk strategies while collaborating across development and DevO...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI-driven software synthesis by tackling complex database challenges and enhancing engineering processes that empower customers to transition to Snowflake with ease and confidence...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of AI-driven database technology by tackling complex challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our virtualization platform and drive innovation in data management...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by building and optimizing the cloud infrastructure for innovative financial services. Collaborate with diverse teams, troubleshoot production issues, and enhance deployment automatio...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Transform your career by leading innovative software solutions, guiding AI-driven development, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the technical la...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $185K *

Champion automated testing excellence by building robust frameworks and collaborating with engineering teams. Drive efficiency in continuous delivery, ensuring seamless integration and observability f...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Transform software solutions by leading design and development efforts, collaborating across disciplines to enhance capabilities and integrate systems, while maintaining a focus on user needs and perf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the build infrastructure by leading the Bazel migration, designing remote execution, and enhancing CI/CD systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize build times and establish bes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving automation in CI/CD pipelines to enhance reliability and efficiency. As a Staff-level contributor, you'll blend AI techniques with software automation to support rapid devel...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $149K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with clients to enhance software development practices. Drive agile methodologies, teach innovative techniques, and deliver high-quality solutions while fostering a c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $220K *

Join a team shaping the future of autonomous systems by developing critical software solutions for advanced vehicle control and operations, collaborating across disciplines, and impacting real-world a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Empower a dynamic team by leveraging your expertise in Swift and UIKit/SwiftUI. Collaborate with engineers and designers on innovative solutions that adapt to evolving requirements and enhance user ex...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$235K - $260K *

Join us in shaping the future of web data monetization. As a Product Engineer, you'll build and manage the Exchange system that connects developers with data partnerships and enhances user experience...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize the infrastructure for the Insights platform, ensuring data reliability and query efficiency while building analytics tools for autonomy engineers to enhance physical AI workflows and operati...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join a team defining architecture and technical direction for core infrastructure. Build scalable, reliable systems that enhance service quality and customer experiences in a fast-paced environment, i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of our cutting-edge Cloud Threat Detection Platform. Drive innovative high-throughput microservices, engineer robust APIs, and shape user-facing applicat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $280K *

Accelerate progress at engineering cutting-edge systems managing hardware lifecycle, enabling teams to scale clusters effortlessly via self-service APIs, focusing on reliability, automation, and produ...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Transform systems software through collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance licensing technologies. Drive innovation and streamline development for diverse A10 platforms, ensuring robust s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $242K *

Deliver secure, reliable backend systems that enhance user experiences across products. Own projects from design to deployment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to balance security and usabil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $195K *

Elevate your impact as a technical lead shaping the scanner platform's architecture and reliability. Drive engineering excellence in observability and collaborate with diverse teams to ensure robust i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $167K *

Lead the charge in overseeing all aspects of Bank systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and compliance. Manage resources, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate across teams for seamless oper...

Reposted 2 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.