Explore $100K+ Jobs in Illinois

Find high-paying professional opportunities throughout Illinois with Ladders. From Chicago’s diverse business community to growing markets across the state, explore vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse openings by location, industry, and job title to find opportunities that match your experience and career goals.

Discover Opportunities Across Illinois

Illinois offers career options in major metropolitan areas and communities throughout the state. Chicago is a prominent hub for finance, technology, healthcare, consulting, manufacturing, and professional services. You can also explore roles in other Illinois cities and regions, depending on your industry and preferred location.

Find Roles That Match Your Experience

Use Ladders to search for senior, specialized, and leadership positions across a range of fields. Review each listing for details about responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation, then focus on jobs that align with your expertise and next career move.

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Refine your search using filters such as location, job title, and industry. Check listings regularly, tailor your resume to the roles you want, and highlight measurable results that demonstrate your impact. Ladders helps professionals explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more in Illinois.

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$110K - $160K *

Engineer innovative software solutions that enhance patient data privacy while enabling precision medicine research. Collaborate across teams to design, build, and scale robust systems, ensuring high...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $130K *

Shape the future of mobile finance by developing engaging iOS applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions that enhance user experience and drive innovation in o...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $134K *

Unlock your potential by leading cross-functional engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive new product development and enhance cust...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $156K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise automation solutions while managing a dynamic team. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and enable transformation across highly regula...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, collaborating with a seasoned team to tackle complex challenges. Drive product development in a fully remote environment, focusing on user n...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K - $235K *

Join a team that's transforming integrations into a cohesive, high-quality API platform. You will lead backend development and operational reliability, driving collaborations and mentoring initiatives...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by delivering reliable software solutions, mentoring peers, and influencing design across teams, all while driving modernization and supporting operational excellence in scalable a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Execute complex, cross-functional initiatives while navigating ambiguity and redefining operational models. Your strategic insights and leadership will propel projects to success and enhance overall o...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by leading the development of a high-performance Speech Platform. Leverage your audio expertise to mentor engineers, collaborate with scientists, and drive i...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Empower data-driven insights by architecting robust data platforms, overseeing ingestion and transformation across diverse customers, and mentoring a growing team while ensuring data integrity and per...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$244K - $279K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative cloud solutions, driving modernization and technical excellence across teams. Collaborate with experts to optimize performance and security while mentoring p...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and operating high-impact identity systems, driving medium-to-large projects from ambiguity to delivery while ensuring reliability and quality across the enterprise identi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead and innovate as a Principal Engineer, shaping our expert community's technology and driving collaboration across teams to enhance our recruiting efforts. Embrace a culture focused on experimentat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$500K+*

Pioneer the evolution of Netflix's Compute Platform, driving innovation in distributed systems and AI integration. Lead product strategy, enhance efficiency, and collaborate across teams to ensure rob...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$91K - $179K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI solutions by designing and delivering scalable, secure data and features for Human Capital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to operationali...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Data Software Engineer, driving innovative data solutions and leading cross-functional teams to enhance our data infrastructure and ensure scalability and performance a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize data governance by collaborating with stakeholders to establish definitions and standards across multiple business domains while enhancing data management processes for improved accuracy and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $189K *

Join a dynamic team to drive test automation strategies, enhancing capabilities through innovative solutions while ensuring effective collaboration with diverse teams to meet program goals and improve...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $220K *

Join a team that’s redefining cloud spend management by leading engaging technical sales cycles, crafting compelling product demos, and assisting clients across varied industries to achieve outstandin...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $268K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of cutting-edge CX orchestration platforms, enhancing self-service capabilities and integrating advanced technologies for a seamless customer...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$193K - $309K *

Innovate scalable software solutions for payroll onboarding, enhancing functionality and reliability. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor peers, and drive improvements in engineering productivity w...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining data solutions through innovative full-stack engineering. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects involving AI, big data, and efficient APIs, while fostering career growth i...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

Explore career opportunities as you collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative test automation solutions that enhance intelligent technology for consumer use-cases while driving efficiency i...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by driving data engineering excellence in Palantir Foundry, transforming legacy systems into robust pipelines and applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to de...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Build essential infrastructure and tooling for scalable fintech solutions, empowering product engineers in a regulated environment while enhancing CI/CD processes and observability to support real-tim...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Where can I find $100K+ jobs in Illinois?question toggle

    Browse Illinois listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search statewide or focus on a city, industry, or role that fits your goals.

  • What kinds of high-paying jobs are available in Illinois?question toggle

    Openings vary, but may include professional, specialized, senior, and leadership roles in fields such as finance, technology, healthcare, consulting, manufacturing, and business services. Availability depends on current listings.

  • Are Illinois job listings limited to Chicago?question toggle

    No. You can explore opportunities in Chicago as well as other cities and regions across Illinois. Use location filters to narrow your search.

  • How can I find the right Illinois job on Ladders?question toggle

    Filter listings by location, job title, and industry, then review the qualifications, responsibilities, and compensation details for each role. Tailor your application to highlight relevant experience and results.