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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$115K - $138K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space exploration by leading power electronics design and testing for innovative space flight hardware. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects from concept to de...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of autonomous driving by leading trajectory generation and controls. Collaborate across teams to deliver safe, optimized solutions while enhancing vehicle performance through innovati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and develop user-focused products, while enhancing the experience of developers and users through innovative solutions and direc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Design, build, and operate Kubernetes-based distributed systems to manage compute resources at scale. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliability and performance as infrastructure expands across mu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining identity management across diverse platforms. You'll architect secure authentication and authorization systems, ensuring seamless access for users and organizations while...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $176K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hardware development by designing, validating, and documenting innovative electronic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality r...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $185K *

Accelerate hardware development by designing, validating, and documenting electronic components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality results and timely project delivery with...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by providing technical expertise and support to aerospace customers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative polymer solutions, ensuring customer satisfacti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Shape innovative financial systems from the ground up, driving product development and collaborating across teams to enhance user experience while leveraging AI technology for efficiency and effective...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Join our dynamic team as you design and build scalable software solutions for healthcare, addressing complex challenges and enhancing patient experiences with autonomy and innovation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $205K *

Drive the automation of deployment and testing for large-scale GPU clusters, ensuring stability and efficiency across our AI Cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance CI/CD processes and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on building high-performance backend systems and RESTful APIs using C# and .NET 8, ensuring robust security and seamless third-party integrations in a clou...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $210K *

Join our dynamic team to build and enhance scalable billing solutions, leveraging Java and modern technologies while ensuring smooth operations for global customers. Collaborate closely across teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of data engineering by developing scalable data pipelines and integrating diverse sources to support groundbreaking research and advanced analytics in a collaborative environment with...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$166K - $222K *

Drive simulation software development by creating accurate synthetic datasets for ML applications, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating with architects and teams to meet project deadlin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of creativity and AI, by designing and building innovative backend solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality web applications a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$224K - $431K *

Champion the advancement of open-source Linux kernel support for NVIDIA GPUs. Collaborate with global teams to develop virtualization features in Rust and C, driving technical proposals and enhancing...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of healthcare by developing innovative full-stack products. Collaborate across teams to transform complex problems into simple solutions, integrating AI for improved efficiency and us...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer efficiency in manufacturing by translating designs into high-quality, manufacturable products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production processes, develop documentation an...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $165K *

Accelerate your career by developing cutting-edge software for AI accelerators. Collaborate with engineers to optimize machine learning models and enhance performance in a dynamic, innovative environm...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining sourcing strategies for infrastructure categories. You'll lead end-to-end sourcing, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive cost savings while managing supplie...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $356K *

Unlock your potential by developing cutting-edge pipelines for multi-modal content retrieval. Collaborate with experts in Generative AI and enhance user experiences through innovative software solutio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$184K - $356K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing data processing frameworks for multi-modal AI systems, enhancing retrieval efficacy and user experience through innovative solutions and collaboration with...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize software systems for vehicle command and control, enhancing integration and testing processes. Collaborate across teams to accelerate development and improve flight-test efficiency, contribut...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $202K *

Deliver technical expertise in materials characterization and failure analysis, driving application innovation and customer support across semiconductor technologies. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.