Welcome to the California Job Market

As the world's fifth-largest economy, California offers an array of job opportunities for professionals of all industries. We at Ladders strive to bring you the best $100K+ jobs in this golden state.

Why California?

With its diverse economy, innovation hubs, and a high demand for various professional disciplines, California is an ideal location for job seekers who aspire to elevate their career to new heights.

Industries in California

California leads in several vibrant industries such as technology, entertainment, manufacturing, and finance among others. Ladders helps you target jobs in these industries that pay well above the average wage.

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$110K - $130K *

Drive the daily operations of advanced test rigs, executing test campaigns, troubleshooting, and ensuring precise data analysis to support engineering success while contributing to robust design and c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$210K - $234K *

Manage and support the Compute Components team, ensuring high-quality deliveries and fostering engineering growth, while clearing obstacles and enhancing team dynamics in a hybrid work environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $266K *

Join a team that's redefining developer experiences by designing, building, and enhancing tools and APIs, while leading cross-functional collaborations to drive impactful outcomes across multiple team...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $140K *

Engineer high-quality, scalable software solutions while collaborating from design to deployment, managing both backend and frontend components. Tackle technical challenges and contribute to maintaini...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the expansion of multi-cloud infrastructure by deploying Accord on OCI. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure reliability, security, and scalability while enhancing the developer exper...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $215K *

Design and establish frontend architecture for diverse applications, enabling seamless integration and professional branding across multiple tenants while setting high standards for accessibility and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$295K - $345K *

Lead a talented engineering team to innovate data tooling, creating scalable workflows that enhance data quality and usability while aligning cross-functional efforts to solve complex data challenges...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the technical evolution of satellite ground software to optimize operations and enhance automation for constellation management. Mentor engineers while setting architecture and ensuring mission r...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's designing advanced automation solutions to optimize soldering processes. Leverage your expertise in mechatronics and collaborate with diverse teams to innovate and enhance machinery...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$262K - $364K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by leading diverse engineering teams. Drive innovative projects and optimize infrastructure at scale while contributing to product strategy and enha...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $231K *

Transform developer experiences by architecting a robust internal infrastructure, enhancing CI/CD pipeline performance, and pioneering AI-driven automation solutions that accelerate secure software de...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$248K - $391K *

Champion high-performance engineering teams to architect and deploy AI-driven automation platforms, enabling enterprise IT transformations at scale while fostering a culture of engineering excellence...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $284K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement depot and offhail automation features, driving fleet efficiency and rigorous verification methodologies...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$230K - $284K *

Drive innovative automation features by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance systems architecture and verification strategies for fleet efficiency. Leverage your expertise to ensure hi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$83K - $103K *

Contribute to the development of innovative software solutions for a federal platform, collaborating across teams to fulfill delivery standards and enhance existing capabilities while participating in...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Innovate solutions as a Senior Engineer, leveraging agentic workflows to deliver AI-enhanced features and functionality across production systems, while fostering collaboration and maintaining high-qu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize our design system and UI patterns, enhancing product development across teams. Drive quality, consistency, and collaboration between design, product, and engineering in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI solutions by implementing cutting-edge technology directly for clients. You'll have autonomy and rapid growth potential in a collaborative, post-sale engine...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K *

Innovate by implementing AI solutions directly on client tech stacks. You'll work in a high-agency role with strong autonomy, collaborating with strategists and engineering teams to deliver impactful...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $145K *

Elevate healthcare solutions by engaging in all phases of software development with a dynamic team. Collaborate closely with cross-functional members to innovate and enhance application systems that m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $360K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with IT and Security teams to design, deploy, and manage secure macOS endpoint systems while ensuring a seamless employee computing experience through automation and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Empower our engineering team by building modern software solutions across various technologies, utilizing AI-assisted tools to enhance productivity and ensuring high-quality code delivery in a dynamic...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of embedded software innovation, developing and maintaining critical software for spacecraft and ground systems. Your expertise will drive quality and reliability a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$262K - $364K *

Engage technical minds to innovate and enhance software products through effective collaboration, advanced design, and strategic leadership in a dynamic environment, driving projects toward success wi...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $170K *

Shape the future of social services by leading an innovative engineering team. Drive product development and strategic planning to enhance our SaaS platform, ensuring high-quality software impacts chi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the average salary for $100K+ jobs in California?question toggle

    The average salary for $100K+ jobs in California varies depending on the industry and job role. The average salary is often above the national average due to higher cost of living.

  • What are the most popular industries for $100K jobs in California?question toggle

    The tech industry, finance, healthcare, and entertainment are among the most popular industries for $100K jobs in California.

  • What are some of the highest paying jobs in California?question toggle

    Some of the highest paying jobs in California include Surgeon, Psychiatrist, Physician, Corporate Lawyer, and Software Engineering Manager.