Discover high-paying professional opportunities across Kentucky with Ladders. Browse vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, from established employers and growing organizations. Whether you’re interested in positions in Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, or elsewhere in the state, find opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.
Kentucky’s economy spans healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, finance, technology, education, and other industries. Employers across the state seek experienced professionals for roles in leadership, operations, engineering, sales, healthcare administration, and more. The right opportunity may be available in a major metro area or in a smaller community.
Use Ladders to explore opportunities suited to your skills, seniority, and compensation expectations. Review job descriptions, compare responsibilities, and identify roles where your professional background can make an impact. Listings on Ladders are vetted and pay at least $100,000.
Build your next career move by searching Kentucky jobs and narrowing results by location, industry, and role. Check listings regularly, tailor your resume to each opportunity, and highlight measurable accomplishments that demonstrate your value to prospective employers.
Senior AI Engineer with semantic web tech
$135K - $160K *
Pioneer the future of AI as a Senior Engineer specializing in semantic web technologies, bridging business and tech to create scalable data solutions that enhance analytics, knowledge management, and...
3 weeks ago
Senior AI Engineer with RAG and Agentic architectures
$150K - $180K *
Champion the development of LLM-powered applications and agentic systems. Drive complex use cases from ambiguous problems to production, ensuring high-quality and scalable AI solutions that address us...
3 weeks ago
Software Engineer, CDP - Foundations
$152K - $179K *
Make your mark by designing and deploying scalable backend services for crypto products. Collaborate across teams to create APIs that enhance developer experience while ensuring operational excellence...
3 weeks ago
Electrical Engineer - New Product Development
$80K - $95K *
Engage in groundbreaking electrical system design for innovative HVAC products. Collaborate in product development from concept to validation, enhancing reliability and efficiency while adhering to sa...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Innovate cutting-edge AI financial solutions by architecting and deploying advanced chat interfaces and reporting systems. Collaborate with elite engineers to enhance investment workflows for global c...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of AI solutions by leading design and implementation of robust enterprise systems, driving innovation, and establishing engineering excellence while mentoring developers and collabora...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $170K *
Engage as a Technical Lead to design, modernize, and enhance federal software systems. Drive engineering excellence across the SDLC, mentor teams, and deliver secure, scalable applications in mission...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$114K - $252K *
Transform national security oversight by leading AI engineering initiatives that enhance investigative and audit operations within government settings, leveraging enterprise AI solutions to shape stra...
4 weeks ago
Staff Software Engineer, Developer Infrastructure (Test Infrastructure)
$218K - $256K *
Drive innovation in test infrastructure, enhancing efficiency and reliability for all engineering teams. Lead initiatives to modernize test execution, minimize feedback loops, and ensure trust in resu...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Staff Engineer - INFOR M3 Functional Consultant (Supply Chain)
$110K - $130K *
Lead the configuration and support of Infor M3 non-finance modules, driving business process analysis and continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective implementation and user tra...
1 week ago
Senior Software Engineer - Investments
$200K - $250K *
Champion innovative and scalable Trading & Custody systems by leading cross-functional projects and collaborating closely with product and compliance teams, while inspiring the engineering team with a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Pioneer innovative solutions by partnering with customers and teams to transform AI and HPC requirements into reliable deployments, driving success through technical depth and collaboration across fun...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Sr. Software Development Engineer - National Imagery
$123K - $202K *
Innovate advanced GIS and remote sensing software for defense and intelligence, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance analytical workflows and imagery processing capabilities, while mentoring j...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion mobile innovation by owning the ElevenMusic app across iOS and Android. Drive product development with autonomy, focusing on creating exceptional experiences for musicians and creatives in a...
Reposted 3 days ago
Sr. Embedded Flight Software Engineer
$143K - $238K *
Shape the future of embedded flight software by designing robust solutions for real-time operating systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, document, and maintain critical systems...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in developing a sophisticated healthcare SaaS platform by designing, implementing, and maintaining full-stack features that enhance user experience and system performance in a dynamic...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Innovate and implement robust disaster recovery solutions for enterprise DevOps, ensuring critical infrastructure recoverability. Oversee Jenkins, Bitbucket, and JFrog Artifactory environments while e...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Transform complex Naval engineering records into actionable AI solutions. As a Senior Platform Engineer, you'll lead platform engineering efforts, ensuring seamless application deployment and operatio...
1 week ago
Staff Attack Engineer, External
$238K - $280K *
Lead the charge in developing autonomous attack workflows for external surfaces, leveraging your expertise to enhance reconnaissance capabilities and mentor engineers while driving strategic technical...
3 days ago
Software Engineer II, Backend (Identity Decisioning)
$146K - $225K *
Grow your career with a collaborative team focused on building backend systems for identity validation, ensuring compliance, and supporting all products. Contribute to transparent financial solutions...
4 weeks ago
$130K - $150K *
Lead the charge in integrating complex hospital data systems into Astra OS. Own end-to-end data pipelines, collaborate with customers, and design scalable solutions that enhance healthcare operations...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by owning the end-to-end product surface, driving discovery, design, and migration while collaborating closely with users to solve real market problems in a dynamic healthcare environ...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Product Enablement
$115K - $130K *
Champion the enablement engine for Cloud Compute and GPU products, transforming complex technical capabilities into actionable training and tools for sales teams, ensuring alignment with product relea...
4 weeks ago
Lead Infrastructure Engineer - Hybrid Cloud & Automation Solutions
$130K - $155K *
Optimize and implement scalable, secure infrastructure solutions across Windows, Citrix, AWS, and Azure. Drive automation and collaborate with teams to design zero-trust architectures, enhancing infra...
2 weeks ago
Mid-level, Full-stack Software Developer
$75K - $158K *
Unlock potential by joining our dynamic team as a mid-level full-stack software developer. Contribute to innovative solutions for the U.S. Navy Reserve, collaborating with experts in an Agile environm...
Reposted 1 week ago
What types of $100,000+ jobs can I find in Kentucky?
Kentucky listings may include senior and experienced roles in areas such as healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, finance, technology, sales, engineering, and operations. Available positions vary by employer and location.
Which Kentucky cities have professional job opportunities?
Opportunities may be found in Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, and communities throughout the state. Search by location to explore current openings near you.
Do jobs on Ladders pay at least $100,000?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with advertised salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its specific compensation details and requirements.
How can I find a high-paying job in Kentucky?
Search Kentucky listings by city, role, or industry, then review the qualifications and compensation details. Tailor your resume to the position and emphasize relevant accomplishments and leadership experience.