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 - $160K *

Deliver impactful software solutions by bridging gaps across teams. Tackle diverse challenges from data pipelines to APIs, ensuring rapid deployment of production-quality code in a dynamic, startup en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Redefine the future of deep learning compilers by architecting and implementing innovative toolchains that optimize performance for advanced hardware. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to enab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of high-security software solutions for government clients, ensuring seamless deployment and compliance by integrating innovative technologies in air-gapped environments while col...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$232K - $258K *

Take ownership of large-scale systems design and implementation, driving innovative solutions for ML training infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize performance and mentor engineer...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$320K - $485K *

Grow your career with versatile engineering to rapidly build AI applications that enhance industry innovation. Collaborate with researchers, iterate based on feedback, and contribute to transformative...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Contribute to the development of software interfaces for automated manufacturing systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production capabilities and drive innovation in a multi-f...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare technology by developing and maintaining our Electronic Health Record platform using Ruby. Collaborate in an agile environment to deliver impactful...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $137K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on software testing and integration. Collaborate with engineers in a fast-paced environment, ensuring quality and efficiency throughout the software...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Execute integration and testing of software in a dynamic environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operation and documentation throughout the software development lifec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive the development of AI compiler strategies and frameworks, optimizing deep learning models for next-gen hardware. Collaborate with researchers and hardware teams to enhance performance and deploy...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Partner with us to define and own the architecture of large-scale machine learning systems, driving innovation and reliability across diverse product areas while mentoring engineers and influencing th...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $235K *

Join a team that builds innovative software solutions for global business challenges, focusing on reliability and security. Contribute through all phases of the software development lifecycle while co...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous systems by developing robust software solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to create reliable, scalable software that powers next-generation ma...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing healthcare through innovative software solutions, tackling complex engineering challenges, and making a real impact on patient care in a fast-paced, collaborative en...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining AI and Infrastructure, driving innovation and delivering scalable solutions. Leverage your technical expertise to manage projects, enhance software, and empower users glo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate strategies for growth by leveraging AI, automation, and data pipelines to build scalable systems that enhance demand and pipeline generation. You will own the technical aspects that drive Eon...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by building core systems and AI solutions that enhance clinical operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in patient care across diverse platforms and work...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI safety by developing systems that protect users and ensure responsible usage. Collaborate with engineers to build infrastructure that identifies and mitigates abuse risks while...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by providing strategic technical leadership in software engineering, driving the migration of legacy systems into a unified operational environment while ensuring alignment with en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate to build impactful software that enhances payroll processes, leveraging AI to solve complex problems. Engage with cross-functional teams, iterate on solutions, and continuously improve you...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Create a cutting-edge, AI-native product interface, integrating real-time features and crafting user-friendly UI components while collaborating closely with the founder to rapidly deliver impactful so...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team to design and deploy onboard software for space programs, driving innovative features and ensuring high reliability across satellite systems while collaborating with cross-function...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $196K *

Innovate and optimize scalable backend systems that drive efficient marketplace decisioning and monetization strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experiences and leverage cutting-edge...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $209K *

Lead the charge in architecting and developing cutting-edge Cloud Infrastructure management systems. Design innovative workflows and collaborate across teams to enhance reliability and scalability wit...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $209K *

Drive the development of scalable cloud infrastructure management systems. You'll architect and enhance tools that support efficient operations, collaborating across teams to innovate solutions for AI...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    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.

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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.