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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$130K - $175K *

Join our Engineering team to design, build, and deliver cutting-edge backend solutions in a fast-paced environment, directly impacting AI-powered healthcare workflows and enhancing product quality thr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $362K *

Bring your expertise to a pivotal role that leads secure cloud product development and architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security operations and drive product adoption w...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by designing CI/CD pipelines and automating processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance development efficiency while ensuring system compliance and security across AWS and Azure...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $206K *

Optimize data systems and network engineering for flight operations. Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate and test critical telemetry systems, ensuring mission success through effective ove...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of the Customer Support function, driving excellence in technical resolution and customer relations across diverse industries while collaborating closely with internal teams to enhance...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $215K *

Join a dedicated team to design and enhance a financial engagement platform, building and scaling systems for institutions. Collaborate cross-functionally while developing high-quality software with a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$148K - $215K *

Reimagine the future of financial engagement by leading innovative software development. Engage in full-stack responsibilities, collaborating across teams to enhance product experiences for educationa...

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

$79K - $147K *

Contribute to innovative aerospace subsystem designs and solutions, overseeing the entire lifecycle from concept development to production, while ensuring optimal performance and compliance with techn...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $112K *

Drive innovation by leveraging your technical expertise in database programming and graphics development for Building Management Systems, ensuring successful project execution and client satisfaction...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$124K - $195K *

Transform systems integration by designing and maintaining APIs, automating workflows, and optimizing SaaS tools. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and provide technical support for com...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $200K *

Join a team that's bridging software and hardware to innovate electromechanical systems. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance product functionality and solve complex challenges in firmware develo...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the development of innovative AI systems, collaborating across teams to build scalable, reliable features. Drive technical execution and mentor peers while shaping the product vision in a fast-pa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading embedded software development for real-time systems. Collaborate in an agile environment, integrating firmware solutions on multi-core processors to drive innovation and ef...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$136K - $184K *

Join a team that's redefining network infrastructure by designing and operating scalable solutions across diverse environments, ensuring reliability and efficiency while enabling rapid engineering adv...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement tests for advanced robotic hands, ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop automated testing solutions that enhance production effi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $278K *

Lead the design and optimization of cutting-edge AI/ML hardware solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate on model architectures and drive performance improvements for next-gen TPU technol...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Optimize global communication by designing and enhancing software solutions for RCS, ensuring seamless interoperability and low-latency experiences for billions of users. Collaborate with cross-functi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$204K - $259K *

Join a dynamic team to develop high-performance GPU solutions, collaborating with hardware teams and enhancing CI/CD processes. Play a key role in optimizing GPU software stacks and tools for diverse...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$179K - $232K *

Drive AI-assisted workflows to transform design into production code, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance Thumbprint’s design system and tooling. Contribute to a greenfield project th...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $195K *

Manage the CI/CD pipeline and test infrastructure, ensuring seamless transition from third-party operations. This pivotal role supports the Signals insourcing initiative, enabling efficient software d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform your career by joining a pioneering engineering team focused on delivering innovative software solutions. Engage directly with customers to understand their needs, build impactful applicatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join us to design, develop, and maintain innovative software solutions that meet business needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality applications while utilizing current technologies...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $153K *

Drive innovation by developing and supporting custom applications across engineering and business domains, utilizing Python, React, SQL, and Azure. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and ens...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform healthcare data integration by architecting robust systems that connect major healthcare payers. Lead, innovate, and define best practices in a fast-paced, collaborative environment dedicate...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of multimodal AI by designing scalable data pipelines and workflows. Collaborate across audio, video, and speech domains to enhance model performance and quality. Mentor engineers and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.