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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$122K - $141K *

Support the development and maintenance of user-friendly application features using TypeScript, React, and Rust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software performance and reliability...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$240K - $300K *

Lead the charge in building a full-stack AI platform for enterprises, enhancing workspaces, security, and billing systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver refined, user-centric feat...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$147K - $210K *

Shape the future of AI by developing scalable solutions and optimizing performance. Collaborate with teams to enhance software capabilities and drive innovation in machine learning and systems enginee...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Develop cutting-edge realtime rendering solutions, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance 3D applications. Apply your expertise in graphics to optimize performance and drive innovation in softwar...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $196K *

Unlock potential by enhancing system reliability and observability for resilient production environments. Collaborate across teams to develop automation and tooling that improves incident response, op...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $235K *

Innovate and implement scalable software solutions while enhancing infrastructure reliability and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to design robust systems that meet high engineering standards and d...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $300K *

Design and build AI-powered coding agents for supply chain connectivity, developing core infrastructure and making key architectural decisions in a dynamic, early-stage environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $155K *

Empower innovation by owning the data flywheel that trains robots, transforming messy real-world data into actionable insights. Drive the development of robust pipelines and tools to enhance dataset c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$300K - $400K *

Pioneer the future of distributed systems by designing and building scalable infrastructure that enhances model training and serving platforms, enabling rapid iteration for research and product teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate operational efficiency by developing software solutions for on-the-ground teams. Your role will enhance collection processes, streamline site setups, and ensure seamless connectivity, direc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$187K - $234K *

Transform your career by developing scalable software solutions across distributed systems. Collaborate on full-stack applications, optimize user features, and leverage data analytics to drive impactf...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $300K *

Cogent Security is seeking talented Backend Senior and Staff Engineers to design and implement backend services and integrations for their autonomous AI workers. The role involves building scalable in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $210K *

Innovate and lead the technical vision for large-scale product systems, driving cross-functional initiatives and engineering excellence while mentoring teams to enhance growth and impact across multip...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Join us to define and drive the technical vision for large-scale product systems, solving complex engineering challenges while mentoring teams and enhancing delivery velocity across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Convex is seeking an experienced TypeScript developer to design, build, and maintain client libraries, sync protocols, and query APIs for their backend platform. The role emphasizes creating an excell...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$405K - $485K *

Innovate solutions by collaborating with scientists and engineers to transform complex problems into actionable tasks, leveraging AI tools for real-world applications in energy, materials, and enginee...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$202K - $224K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative geospatial services that enhance user experiences across diverse product lines. Collaborate with cutting-edge technologies to shape the future of location...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K *

Transform the future of healthcare by building innovative backend services and data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver LLM-powered features and ensure high-quality productio...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$207K - $300K *

Transform the future of software engineering by leading a dynamic team, driving innovative AI integrations, and overseeing large-scale projects that enhance user experiences across diverse platforms...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer the Edge Networking team, owning traffic configuration and observability. Shape practices and standards while evolving the ingress layer for reliability and self-service. Drive performance and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional engineering teams to build robust systems that tackle complex challenges while ensuring user-centered solutions and scalable infrastructure. Drive innovati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $110K *

Unlock potential by supporting complex infrastructure for media clients. Ensure secure, scalable environments across networking, storage, and collaboration platforms while providing exceptional client...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer user-centric payment features to enhance monetization strategies and elevate user engagement through intuitive design and robust system integration across mobile and web platforms...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's passionate about music creation as you collaborate to develop the Android app, create engaging media experiences, and enhance performance for millions of users. Your expertise will...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver innovative solutions by enhancing AI agent capabilities, debugging runtime issues, and building testing tools. Collaborate closely with client data and improve system performance in a dynamic...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.