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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$90K - $135K *

Lead the development of a global water resources software platform, integrating advanced engineering and AI capabilities. Collaborate with researchers to create robust solutions for sustainable water...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer the optimization of cutting-edge models on TPUs, enhancing performance from code to hardware. Drive impactful improvements, collaborate with teams, and tackle complex challenges in machine lea...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate client technology solutions by collaborating on upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure design. Engage with teams to drive innovation and ensure seamless service delivery across diverse proje...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $225K *

Join us in driving the design and implementation of scalable systems, leading architectural decisions, mentoring engineers, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-quality software soluti...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform automated manufacturing processes by developing and supporting software and control systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot and enhance equipment reliability while docume...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Support the design and development of software for automated manufacturing systems, ensuring effective troubleshooting and documentation of control systems to enhance operational efficiency and reliab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $280K *

Drive the design and success of global software systems linking physical robots with digital management tools, enhancing performance, reliability, and user trust as operations scale from hundreds to t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $500K+*

Drive innovation by building robust infrastructure for coding agents, enabling exceptional contextual understanding and reliable judgment across engineering teams. Your work will empower every enginee...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate the performance and reliability of our AI-native platform by managing infrastructure, CI/CD processes, and user experience. Shape tooling to boost developer efficiency and ensure a stable, fas...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $199K *

Drive innovation by designing and automating tools for content creation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production pipelines and deliver exceptional results in real-time graphics...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer rigorous testing frameworks to elevate product reliability, driving collaboration across teams from initial design through production. Ensure every unit meets quality standards while maintaini...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Join us to support the hands-on development of satellite avionics hardware by assembling, testing, and debugging prototypes, ensuring robust engineering practices and a smooth hardware qualification c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$228K - $363K *

Shape the future of AI platforms by building APIs and SDKs that empower teams to innovate faster. Collaborate with engineers to enhance shared tooling and ensure seamless integration, driving adoption...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $252K *

Lead the charge in enhancing system reliability and performance across large-scale distributed systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal service delivery and innovate solution...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform engineering and research by building tools that enhance development, testing, and deployment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create efficient environments and a robust research platform...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $225K *

Shape the future of desktop experiences by developing intelligent applications that enhance user engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, responsive software tailored...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$278K - $345K *

Empower our team to design and implement robust agent infrastructure, ensuring reliability and security for millions of users. Collaborate with engineers to innovate and scale systems that redefine au...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$176K - $308K *

Join a team that's pioneering enterprise AI solutions by scaling and optimizing a cutting-edge Generative AI product. Collaborate with experts to enhance user experiences and drive innovation in a fas...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of technology as a senior technical leader, driving complex initiatives and mentoring engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure cloud-native solut...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$218K - $387K *

Innovate robust KV storage engines and file systems for advanced, large-scale distributed systems, ensuring optimized performance, low latency, and high throughput while collaborating with teams to me...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate cutting-edge AI solutions by optimizing GPU kernels and runtime systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive the development of advanced generative AI tec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to empower enterprise customers with innovative sourcing solutions, manage complex RFPs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive procurement success while leveraging cutting-edge...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $255K *

Join a team that designs robust identity and trust systems, influencing scalable architecture for LinkedIn's cutting-edge platforms to enhance security and reliability in user experiences across diver...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $152K *

Empower innovation as you design and optimize complex systems in the semiconductor industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality solutions that meet market demands and excee...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $110K *

Contribute to the development of automated testing and analysis tools for AI simulations, collaborating with engineers to enhance software reliability and performance. This hands-on role is ideal for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.

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    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.