Explore $100K+ Jobs in Illinois

Find high-paying career opportunities across Illinois with Ladders. Browse vetted professional jobs offering salaries of $100,000 or more, from openings in Chicago to roles in cities and communities throughout the state. Whether you’re ready to take the next step in your career or explore a new industry, discover Illinois positions that match your experience and goals.

Career Opportunities Across Illinois

Illinois offers a broad range of professional opportunities, with a concentration of employers and roles in the Chicago area and opportunities across the rest of the state. Explore positions in fields such as finance, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, consulting, and business leadership. Available roles and compensation vary by employer, location, and experience.

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Use Ladders to explore professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job details, compare opportunities, and focus your search on the locations, industries, and responsibilities that align with your career plans. Check listings for requirements, work arrangements, and compensation details.

Advance Your Career in Illinois

Start your search for a high-paying job in Illinois by browsing current listings and applying to roles that fit your qualifications. New opportunities can become available over time, so check back regularly to find the latest vetted professional jobs on Ladders.

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$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's modernizing healthcare data access by refactoring SQL Server databases. As a Senior Software Developer, you'll enhance workflows, optimize performance, and ensure secure, efficient...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $167K *

Transform your future by leading a dynamic team of electrical engineers in our Mission Critical Department. Elevate project outcomes while driving accountability, fostering growth, and cultivating inn...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive innovative software solutions, enhance system stability, and lead architectural decisions. Leverage your expertise in microservices and event-driven architectures to d...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $212K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence across device product areas, managing teams and driving innovation in patient engagement technology. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams while mai...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to drive data migration projects, leveraging your analytical skills to ensure seamless client transitions to TaxSys. Collaborate with developers and analysts to enhance data qualit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $90K *

Transform business needs into actionable requirements by bridging technical solutions and operational workflows. Collaborate across teams to enhance product creation technology systems, ensuring seaml...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and testing embedded software for safety-critical on-highway applications, collaborating with engineers to deliver innovative solutions and ensuring compliance with indus...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $85K *

Drive your engineering career while learning the intricate design processes of commercial buildings. Collaborate with senior staff, engage in diverse projects, and explore specialization paths as part...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Optimize user interfaces and build robust web applications using Angular. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions that deliver seamless user experiences, ensuring applicat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to accelerating customer success through technical enablement and strategic guidance. Leverage your expertise in cloud data architecture to drive adoption and deliver meas...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $252K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by optimizing AWS GovCloud environments. Leverage your expertise in architecture and security compliance while empowering technical teams toward innovation and...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Engineer secure, scalable platform infrastructure for mission-critical applications. Lead automation of software delivery and security integration across cloud and hybrid environments, enhancing devel...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $200K *

Unlock potential by serving as a trusted technical advisor. Engage deeply with Enterprise clients, driving solution development and technical strategy to enhance customer experiences and influence pro...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $152K *

Drive innovation in Instrumentation and Controls Engineering by collaborating on PLC-based control systems and Safety Instrumented Systems, enhancing your skills through mentorship and hands-on traini...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $170K *

Champion the development of scalable software solutions, leading enhancements for invoicing capabilities in an insurance platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensur...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $130K *

Optimize software solutions by analyzing, developing, and maintaining applications using Microsoft technologies, while mentoring others and assuring high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight to...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Drive the development of innovative features for a leading admissions platform, collaborating within agile teams to enhance product capabilities and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that empow...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $108K *

Unlock potential by providing advanced technical support and engineering expertise to resolve complex production issues. Manage end-to-end case ownership while collaborating with teams to enhance serv...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$141K - $165K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading project teams in delivering exceptional maintenance services for fleet locomotives. Drive project mobilization, resolve obsolescence issues, and ensure q...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $153K *

Lead the Equipment Engineering team to drive innovation and support new product launches, ensuring timely project execution and vendor evaluation while fostering a collaborative environment for techni...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $150K *

Champion innovation by enhancing our cloud infrastructure and automating operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive AI-powered solutions and ensure software reliability in a dynamic...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $118K *

Shape the future of automation by providing technical leadership in electrical, controls, and networking systems. Solve complex issues, mentor engineers, and enhance the reliability of manufacturing e...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance financial management practices and support critical operations. Collaborate across levels to drive process improvements and deliver impactful financial insights in a fas...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$242K - $275K *

Elevate your career by leading the technical vision and strategy for a global platform. Collaborate with cross-regional teams to ensure scalable solutions, drive innovation, and build a high-performin...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$102K - $154K *

Lead the charge in managing complex customer escalations, driving rapid resolutions and systemic improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and customer experiences while ensuri...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of $100,000+ jobs can I find in Illinois?question toggle

    Illinois listings may include professional and leadership roles in areas such as finance, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, consulting, and business operations. Job availability and qualifications vary by employer.

  • Are there high-paying jobs outside Chicago?question toggle

    Yes. While many opportunities are based in the Chicago area, listings may also be available in other Illinois cities and communities. Search by location to explore current openings.

  • How can I find Illinois jobs that pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Illinois listings on Ladders and review each job’s salary information, qualifications, location, and work arrangement. Listings feature vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

  • Do Illinois job listings include remote or hybrid roles?question toggle

    Some listings may offer remote or hybrid work, depending on the employer and position. Check each job description for the specific work arrangement.