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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$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement innovative data solutions, leveraging Azure Databricks and advanced ETL/ELT processes. Empower data-driven insights and mentor fellow engineers while enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Tackle complex technical challenges as a Senior Software Engineer, leading full-stack development and bioinformatics workflows. Mentor talent, architect robust systems, and integrate AI tools to enhan...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$199K - $270K *

Tackle the complexities of backend engineering by developing robust API integrations, building ETL pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development of impactful software solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance educational tools. Take ownership of code quality and performance, while mentoring peers and leveraging...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$157K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by building AI-powered tools for a vibrant community of diverse software engineers. You'll blend hands-on engineering with community management to enhance technic...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $215K *

Drive innovative web services through technical leadership and collaboration. Shape the architecture of scalable products, mentor engineers, and tackle challenging problems to enhance user experiences...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence by designing and enhancing technology systems that elevate customer experience. Lead cross-functional initiatives, leveraging AI and automation to create scalable solution...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the maintenance and support of existing software products while ensuring stability and responsiveness to customer needs. Collaborate across teams to enhance features and contribute to future...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Drive the development of scalable software platforms, leveraging AI tools and modern methodologies to enhance performance and quality. Collaborate cross-functionally to build impactful solutions that...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Drive the evolution of our data platform by architecting scalable solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading technical decisions to enhance trading analysis and reporting capabi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $252K *

Shape the future of national security by ensuring high performance and reliability of AI and data analytics platforms. Leverage your SRE expertise to optimize mission-critical systems within secure Az...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as you craft and execute comprehensive software test plans for mission-critical applications, ensuring quality and reliability in a fast-paced, innovative en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Inspire your career by joining a dynamic team focused on mobile automation, designing frameworks and enhancing test coverage for iOS and Android apps. Collaborate closely with engineering and product...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $165K *

Transform the future of data at scale by architecting and leading a robust AWS data platform, driving analytics, governance, and AI capabilities through innovative design and cross-functional collabor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$168K - $285K *

Optimize enterprise architecture by designing scalable systems that enable rapid growth. Collaborate across teams to enhance integration, automation, and AI capabilities, ensuring processes are effici...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize runtime authorization strategies across diverse segments, driving technical wins and enabling Sales Engineers. Leverage deep IAM and PAM expertise to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Accelerate your career as a Senior Software Developer, leading the design, development, and maintenance of innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-qualit...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as a software engineer, driving innovation in AI solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop and deploy cutting-edge software that enhances productivity and automates w...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead the architecture of certificate lifecycle management capabilities that enhance security across complex environments, collaborating with product and engineering teams to build scalable systems tha...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare data solutions. As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll enhance complex systems, collaborate across departments, and drive analytics to optimize finan...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K *

Empower the evolution of large-scale distributed systems, leading architectural design and strategic initiatives that enhance platform reliability and innovation across multiple teams and products...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $159K *

Empower our team by designing and operating scalable data pipelines, enhancing our enterprise data lake with innovative solutions. Collaborate with experts to drive data transformation and ensure high...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare through innovative software solutions. Collaborate with engineers and healthcare professionals to build systems that enhance patient care and st...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation in digital experiences by building and optimizing high-performing web applications. Collaborate with creative teams to enhance customer engagement across platforms while managing the...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Transform user experiences by developing innovative web applications with cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create exceptional battery analytics software for leadin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.