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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$124K - $186K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team to design and implement innovative Android solutions for smart terminal devices, enhancing payment systems and user experiences in a collaborative, agile...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineering efforts that inspire creativity for millions. Oversee multiple teams, drive technical strategies, and cultivate talent in a fast-paced, music-driven environ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and customize software solutions, leveraging your expertise in Java, AWS, and agile methodologies. Collaborate on innovative projects that meet client needs while enhanc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and optimization of scalable ETL/ELT pipelines while enhancing data integration and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive architectural decisions and automate workf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Advance network design by creating innovative task environments across diverse systems. Collaborate with partners to analyze capabilities and enhance diagnostic policies through rigorous testing and v...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Drive your career with a dynamic team focused on developing innovative software solutions for the electric and gas distribution market, enhancing functionality and integration while mentoring junior d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $223K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud networking solutions to optimize performance, reliability, and scalability. Collaborate with engineers and experts to develop reliable embedded software for network...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$207K - $300K *

Drive innovation in embedded operating systems, enhancing core components and scaling development across diverse platforms. Collaborate on open-source projects to strengthen the Android ecosystem and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $166K *

Empower the future of education by developing scalable web applications and cloud services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance digital assessment experiences, ensuring reliability and...

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

$190K - $290K *

Transform the future of physical AI by developing tools for autonomous systems. Collaborate across frontend and backend technologies to create reliable applications and services, ensuring seamless int...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join us to design and build intuitive product interfaces, bridging design and code. You'll create seamless user experiences using Figma and React, ensuring high-quality delivery from concept to produc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $178K *

Drive your career with a senior role focused on software development for control room simulators, collaborating with engineers to enhance plant models and ensure high-quality deliverables in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$262K - $364K *

Lead the charge in architecting scalable, distributed systems that redefine global infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to optimize performance and reliability, tackle complex engineering challeng...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Drive innovation in AI by architecting advanced LLM-integrated systems. Lead efforts in cognitive automation, enhance scalability, and establish best practices. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $179K *

Innovate security engineering strategies to enhance security posture across software development, cloud services, and payment environments. Collaborate with teams to drive measurable security outcomes...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage in frontend development to create intuitive web applications for advanced robotics. Collaborate with design and product teams to build responsive interfaces that enhance user experience and str...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $250K *

Develop and maintain embedded Linux platforms ensuring real-time video reliability. Collaborate across teams to shape on-device software architectures and optimize the end-to-end software lifecycle fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of developer experience by owning projects from concept to production. Collaborate across teams to enhance APIs, tools, and observability, ensuring seamless integration for developers...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$295K - $345K *

Drive the evolution of service mesh technology, ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient service-to-service communication across diverse environments. Lead technical strategy and hands-on development...

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

$176K - $256K *

Unlock potential by leading the manufacturing test development for cutting-edge hardware designs, ensuring robust testing processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain Google's...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Shape the future of investment technology by developing scalable front-end applications using React and TypeScript. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive innova...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$182K - $215K *

Join our team to oversee application security, manage vulnerability pipelines, and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security practices. Drive incident response and advocate for security a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $264K *

Join a team that's redefining secure agent execution through innovative runtime solutions. You’ll design and implement core services that enhance scalability and observability, while driving cross-fun...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$162K - $195K *

Lead the charge in optimizing AI infrastructure reliability and scalability. Collaborate across teams to enhance fleet health, automate diagnostics, and ensure peak performance of large-scale AI syste...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $210K *

Transform the future of mapping by leveraging generative AI and software development skills. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative applications that enhance user experiences and solve c...

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  •   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.