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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$165K - $185K *

Invent the future of fintech by leading the development of next-gen payment systems. Utilize your expertise to mentor others and enhance our platform, driving innovation and maintaining high standards...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $200K *

Champion the evolution of autonomous systems by driving innovative solutions in Perception, Prediction, and Planning. Influence the entire autonomy stack while collaborating with cross-functional team...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $300K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing robust build systems for high-performance CPU development, ensuring efficient workflows and reliability across design and verification teams...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$218K - $387K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing scalable recommendation systems, enhancing content discovery through advanced programming techniques and high-performance computing infrastructure...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$108K - $135K *

Optimize your career by developing software tools that enhance manufacturing processes, automate testing, and analyze engineering data to improve product reliability and efficiency in a dynamic engine...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $160K *

Contribute to innovative software solutions by collaborating with a dynamic team, solving customer challenges, and enhancing product functionality through effective coding and testing practices...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy solutions by designing and building robust backend services and APIs, optimizing AI-native development, and driving innovation in renewable energy portf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $211K *

Unlock potential by driving subsystem-level validation for cutting-edge AI frameworks. Collaborate with engineers to define test strategies, develop automated tests, and ensure quality from inception...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $184K *

Elevate the Growth Platform by designing and building scalable systems that empower marketing teams, enhance user acquisition, and drive data-informed decisions across multiple brands, ensuring reliab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$132K - $184K *

Lead the charge in building scalable MarTech solutions that empower cross-functional teams. Collaborate with marketers and engineers to enhance user acquisition and data integration, ensuring reliabil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of engineering by architecting scalable distributed systems that enhance developer productivity and operational intelligence, enabling faster, safer innovation across multiple clouds...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $387K *

Drive innovation by optimizing large-scale machine learning systems. Collaborate with algorithm teams to enhance recommendation frameworks, ensuring an exceptional user experience for millions. Contri...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Empower innovation as a Staff Engineer, leading architecture, mentoring a team, and driving product development in a dynamic startup environment focused on scaling customer support with AI and technol...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $150K *

Create innovative software solutions to enhance HIL validation platforms, collaborating across teams to ensure robust functionality and reliability for autonomous vehicle systems in a fast-paced envir...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $235K *

Elevate engineering excellence by architecting and delivering AI tooling platforms that redefine how Global Quality Engineering operates, enhancing workflows across multiple brands and teams...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$232K - $280K *

Drive high-performing technology squads by managing team dynamics, optimizing processes, and leveraging AI to deliver impactful solutions and architectural guidance towards achieving business objectiv...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $223K *

Champion the future of connectivity by developing innovative software solutions for a groundbreaking satellite network. Collaborate across teams to enhance system reliability and mentor junior enginee...

6 days ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Champion product innovation by owning entire areas end-to-end, driving impactful solutions in a fast-paced startup environment. Collaborate closely with customers and engineers to deliver quality AI-d...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $171K *

Optimize multi-cloud access control and security tools. Collaborate with teams to design and implement automated solutions, ensuring secure developer workflows across AWS, Azure, and GCP while enhanci...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team focused on testing innovative application software for next-gen features. Collaborate with developers to enhance user experiences across multiple platforms, ensuring quality and pe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Analyze and develop software solutions for electronic data processing systems, ensuring quality and compliance with standards. Collaborate with experts to create customized applications and enhance us...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive the development of innovative media apps on watchOS, enhancing user experiences across Music, Podcasts, and more. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and test robust softwa...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Shape the future of technology by developing innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and tackle complex challenges in machine learning and so...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $261K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable distributed systems for AWS, ensuring high performance and low-latency for millions of users. Collaborate across teams, mentor engineers, and drive innovation in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$174K - $252K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software development by leveraging your expertise in programming and design. Collaborate with peers to enhance product quality and security while driving innov...

Yesterday

  •   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.