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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$160K - $200K *

Lead and empower a team of software engineers to innovate and deliver impactful solutions, driving technical excellence and fostering a culture of growth and collaboration to enhance user experiences...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive innovative AI solutions by developing smart automation for IT workflows. Collaborate with engineers and product teams to create, deploy, and optimize intelligent systems that enhance user experi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $217K *

Transform how work gets done by building and deploying AI solutions. You’ll lead end-to-end projects, collaborate with clients and teams, and optimize workflows to create scalable systems that enhance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative software solutions using cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate closely with teams to create high-quality applications while adapting to new tools and process...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you design and develop mission-critical software for spacecraft, collaborating across teams to enhance autonomous systems and ensure reliable operations throughout every...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $200K *

Join a team that's developing innovative software solutions for ground networks. You'll design and operate distributed services, ensuring reliability and scalability while collaborating across enginee...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $310K *

Develop and enhance a real-time collaborative web application, integrating AI features and optimizing performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless user experiences that emp...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Grow and advance our robot software by developing features that enhance user experience. Collaborate closely with customers and the hardware team to build effective solutions and improve our internal...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$187K - $253K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative solutions for advanced model serving, ensuring optimal performance and reliability while collaborating with teams to drive technical excellence and future inf...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $250K *

Accelerate your career in a fast-paced environment by driving innovative software solutions for restaurants, improving customer interactions, and fostering seamless operations through team collaborati...

San Mateo, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous systems by developing mission-autonomy software. You'll design, implement, and test capabilities that connect high-level objectives with reliable ve...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$188K - $247K *

Shape the future of music creation by developing innovative web interfaces that empower artists and producers. Influence product functionality in a collaborative environment, optimizing performance an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing robust ML infrastructure and scalable applications, driving solutions for large-scale challenges while ensuring high-quality software design and functionality in a fast-p...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive the evolution of AI products by building robust, scalable systems. Partner with teams to enhance our platform's trust, security, and reliability, ensuring exceptional user experiences while thri...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$147K - $210K *

Reimagine developer workflows by designing and building scalable backend services and automation infrastructure, enhancing the quality and impact of AI-assisted engineering tools through robust teleme...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $210K *

Advance your career by developing innovative solutions for self-maintaining codebases, enhancing AI-driven productivity, and collaborating with global teams to drive technical excellence and project s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $181K *

Empower a dynamic Agile team in developing critical mission applications, utilizing your expertise in enterprise software development and fostering effective collaboration to enhance solutions for com...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$147K - $210K *

Develop and enhance large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems, collaborating with teams to write code, conduct design reviews, and troubleshoot issues, ensuring optimal performance and reliab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$260K - $300K *

Drive innovation in software infrastructure by ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and scalability of distributed systems. Collaborate across teams to implement best practices and enhance devel...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $210K *

Help us enhance cutting-edge information retrieval systems that power major platforms. Collaborate on scalable, reliable infrastructure to optimize query understanding and support advanced AI applicat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Pioneer the intersection of engineering and compliance, driving technical vision and standards for privacy across large-scale systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-makin...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $310K *

Elevate backend systems to scale for millions of users while ensuring performance and reliability. Collaborate across teams to create innovative features that enhance content sharing and real-time edi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $115K *

Manage the build promotion and deployment processes across teams, ensuring seamless coordination and communication. Drive resolution of project conflicts while overseeing incident triage to maintain s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $279K *

Drive the development of complex enterprise systems in a high-performing Agile environment, leveraging expertise in Java and modern technologies to create scalable and efficient software solutions whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your data engineering skills to build and maintain resilient data pipelines. Collaborate in a dynamic team to enhance data integrations across diverse platforms and driv...

United StatesRemote

1 month 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.