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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$160K - $200K *

Lead a strategic portfolio within a large-scale transformation, ensuring delivery excellence across multiple programs and managed services while driving innovation through AI-native practices and oper...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Bring your expertise to a hands-on technical engineering role that tackles real-world system issues, builds new solutions, and collaborates across teams to enhance application performance and operatio...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$84K - $129K *

Deliver innovative structural engineering solutions for industrial projects, guiding junior engineers and collaborating with teams to ensure design integrity and compliance with standards while addres...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $135K *

Unlock excellence in PCB design and manufacturing by leading DFM initiatives, developing complex multilayer layouts, and shaping best practices across engineering teams to enhance product performance...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $235K *

Lead the charge in developing robust backend applications, driving complex projects from design to launch. Collaborate across teams, mentor junior engineers, and tackle architectural challenges to enh...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $217K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative, scalable software solutions that transform complex processes into actionable insights, partnering with diverse teams to deliver high-performance applications f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading enterprise solutions engineering, partnering with sales and customers to drive product adoption in a dynamic pre-sales environment. Leverage your expertise to influenc...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize trading strategies by leveraging quantitative analysis, collaborating with a skilled team, and driving innovative solutions to enhance performance in a dynamic trading environment focused on...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by engaging customers to develop tailored solutions using open-source technologies and cloud-native architecture. Drive success through collaboration and innovation, bridging engineer...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $166K *

Architect complex software solutions and maintain relationships with stakeholders to develop large-scale enterprise systems in the Healthcare sector, utilizing .NET and modern JavaScript frameworks fo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving agile execution across product and engineering teams, managing digital product launches and enhancing client value through innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functional...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping the technical strategy for cloud services, driving complex initiatives that enhance reliability, scalability, and security across multiple systems while collaborating with c...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $257K *

Optimize the mobile client architecture for AI-driven conversations, building robust cross-platform solutions while ensuring seamless performance on both iOS and Android. Collaborate directly with tea...

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3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform application deployment by collaborating with teams to streamline processes, enhance automation, and ensure high-quality releases across environments while mentoring junior members and drivin...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $204K *

Lead transformative technology projects, driving innovation and collaboration in a dynamic environment. Utilize cutting-edge frameworks and cloud solutions to enhance user experiences and empower mill...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative tech projects and teams to deliver impactful cloud-based solutions. Engage in cutting-edge development, mentor peers, and drive continuous improvement within a f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse tech projects, mentoring engineers, and crafting cloud-based solutions that empower millions through innovative software engineering in a collaborative environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $209K *

Accelerate progress at project deployment through strategic planning and technical oversight. Ensure smooth execution by identifying gaps, managing vendor relations, and validating requirements, drivi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $163K *

Champion the reliability and performance of data systems as you manage infrastructure, optimize operations, and automate processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure high availability and scala...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$115K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining secure cloud infrastructure across Azure and AWS. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, security, and cost-effectiveness while providing hands-on...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in a core banking modernization initiative, managing day-to-day operations, navigating ambiguity, and building relationships across teams to ensure project success and stakeholder enga...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $238K *

Take ownership of diverse tech projects, lead a talented team, and develop cloud-based solutions. Drive innovation in software engineering as you shape system architecture and enhance financial experi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $238K *

Engineer cutting-edge solutions in a transformative environment, leading full-stack projects and mentoring engineers while utilizing modern technologies to enhance financial services for millions of u...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Optimize network performance by troubleshooting complex issues, leading projects, and mentoring teams. Collaborate on designs and enhance security while ensuring operational standards and delivering e...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$173K - $233K *

Empower innovation by leading the design and development of scalable, high-availability systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance our card loan platform, ensuring robust performance and driving imp...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.