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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$186K - $242K *

Innovate the architecture of a cutting-edge AI agent platform, leading technical direction and hands-on development. Shape user experiences and empower teams with robust tools, while mentoring enginee...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of embedded systems engineering by leading a high-performance team, defining technical roadmaps, and integrating AI-driven workflows to deliver innovative, reliable solutions across d...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading airworthiness and certification efforts for complex aerospace programs. Collaborate with regulatory authorities, mentor engineers, and drive compliance activities across mi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $161K *

Unlock your potential as a key contributor, designing and operating scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. Embed best practices into agile workflows, focusing on engineering excellence and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Shape your career by developing innovative automation solutions for complex material handling challenges. Collaborate with a diverse team to design, engineer, and implement high-performing systems tha...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $262K *

Drive enterprise application architecture as the Application Architecture Lead, guiding modernization, rationalization, and integration strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure a coherent a...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our enterprise application ecosystem by designing and integrating key systems like Salesforce, NetSuite, and Boomi. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance dat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive safety and efficiency by designing engineering solutions, optimizing workflows, and leading SHEA programs in a modern repair facility. Collaborate across teams to enhance operations for industri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of diverse engineering projects, driving innovation and managing teams to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction while ensuring efficient design and project management...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $225K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing tech workflows by designing and managing on-premises Kubernetes clusters, ensuring high availability and performance while empowering teams with innovative re...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $167K *

Elevate your career by applying engineering principles to design and support electrical systems for energy projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and efficiency while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$209K - $238K *

Contribute to transformative technology projects, leading a team of expert developers to create innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment, leveraging the latest cloud technologies and programmi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in electrical engineering investigations and analysis. You'll leverage your expertise in codes and standards while mentoring the next generation of engineers...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $190K *

Bring your expertise to lead and develop a dynamic engineering team, driving the delivery of an innovative, API-driven platform that enhances global digital credentialing. Focus on quality, collaborat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Lead the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex medical equipment, ensuring exceptional service and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to drive operational excellence and...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead advanced troubleshooting and repair of medical equipment, ensuring customer satisfaction through service excellence. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive initiatives to enha...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by providing advanced technical support and service excellence for medical equipment. Collaborate with customers and lead a team to ensure optimal performance and satisfaction ac...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$137K - $182K *

Architect and drive AI-powered applications for drug development, focusing on protocol generation and clinical trials. Lead technical direction, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance while fostering...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $140K *

Join us to develop TIC estimates for small capital projects, collaborating with clients and project teams. Enhance your skills in cost controls and scheduling while contributing to diverse engineering...

3 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Senior Manager in Deployed Engineering, leading hands-on deployments and building a high-performing team. Collaborate closely with customers and internal teams to dri...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $230K *

Accelerate progress at a leading engineering organization by managing embedded software and FPGA teams. Drive project success through effective program management and lead engineers to foster a collab...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing mainframe network systems. Leverage your expertise in planning, installing, and maintaining software while ensuring system performance and reliability. Colla...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive innovation by enhancing CI/CD systems for ML models, automating testing and deployment processes. Collaborate with teams to streamline workflows, reduce manual tasks, and ensure reliable model r...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$244K - $279K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by collaborating with diverse teams to design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge AI systems that revolutionize customer engagement and operational efficiency. Grow your...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$244K - $279K *

Develop and support AI software components, driving innovations in design and architecture. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance products and ensure scalable, responsible AI solutions that delive...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.