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’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.
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.
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.
$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...
3 days ago
Staff Software Engineer, Trajectory Generation & Controls
$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...
2 days ago
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer, Compute Foundations
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer, Identity Platform
$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...
2 days ago
$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
$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
$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
Software Engineer, Backend (Mid/Senior)
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer - Product
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Automation Engineer, Compute
$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
$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
$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
$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
Simulation Software Engineer III
$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
Senior Software Engineer (Backend/Platform)
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Virtualization and Linux Kernel
$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...
Today
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$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
Software Engineer I - Compiler & Runtime
$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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Senior Sourcing Engineer, Infrastructure
$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
Senior System Software Engineer, Agentic Retrieval
$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...
2 weeks ago
Senior System Software Engineer, Agentic Retrieval
$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
$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
$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
What types of $100,000+ jobs can I find in California?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.