Explore $100K+ Jobs in Kentucky

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.

Professional Opportunities Across Kentucky

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.

Find a Role That Fits Your Experience

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.

Advance Your Career in Kentucky

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.

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$140K - $165K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic engineering team focused on resolving issues, enhancing systems, and automating processes to improve member experiences and operational efficiency...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building a secure, self-service developer sandbox on Azure, delivering non-persistent desktops and managing the entire stack from landing zone to golden image while ensuring complia...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $164K *

Join a team that's redefining restaurant technology by building robust mobile applications. As a Senior Software Engineer II, you'll lead feature delivery, optimize performance, and collaborate across...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $160K *

Champion the migration to a modern Databricks lakehouse, designing robust data pipelines and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics capabilities and set technical standards...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $210K *

Drive customer success by leading a team of engineers to enhance GitLab adoption, develop scalable enablement programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve measurable business outco...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $216K *

Innovate and drive growth by designing and executing high-velocity monetization experiments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform hypotheses into impactful Android features, leveraging...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join us to transform AI prototypes into resilient production systems using Microsoft Azure. Collaborate directly with teams to build and refine agentic systems, ensuring quality and security while dri...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading and scaling a multidisciplinary engineering team in full-stack and data engineering. Drive impact through collaboration and technical excellence, ensuring quality and in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by designing and maintaining automation frameworks that enhance software reliability and delivery speed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure complian...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $179K *

Drive the development of distributed systems for real-time blockchain data ingestion and indexing, owning services from design to production while enhancing performance and reliability across the plat...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $170K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of real-time media ingestion, designing and operating distributed services that enhance communication data processing for analytics and security. Lead projects and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional post-sales technical support for federal clients. You'll troubleshoot complex systems, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure seamless ope...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development of scalable cloud solutions, driving innovation with Microsoft Copilot and Azure. Lead integration across M365 tools, enhance AI capabilities, and collaborate with cross-funct...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to craft innovative full-stack solutions, enhancing our digital experience for millions. Collaborate in an agile environment to develop features and improve user interactions acros...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate team performance by leading a Scrum team in developing and modernizing enterprise SaaS applications. Guide technical decisions, mentor engineers, and foster collaboration across departments to...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's responsible for building and maintaining a scalable, secure, and performant Linux infrastructure through automation and modern tooling, ensuring high availability and adherence to b...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Optimize marketing workflows by developing AI tools that enhance productivity across teams. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to build, maintain, and support innovative solutions that drive effici...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $253K *

Build robust APIs and backend systems as a key player in our AI grocery product. Lead architectural development, partner with cross-functional teams, and grow impactful solutions for grocery stores na...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $283K *

Optimize security measures for cloud-native environments, collaborating closely with development teams to conduct threat modeling, implement scalable security practices, and enhance detection and resp...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $233K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you collaborate across teams to enhance user experiences on mobile and web platforms. Drive impactful projects, support product development, and contribute to a thriving...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $179K *

Join a team that's building innovative backend services for stablecoin issuance and operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance adoption and drive growth through reliable, well-test...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge infrastructure for AI systems, focusing on Kubernetes management, automated deployments, and reliable scaling to support enterprise demands across multiple clo...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock innovation by designing backend services in Python and enhancing AI-powered search solutions. Collaborate in agile teams to create impactful enterprise search products while mentoring peers and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform identity and access management by executing daily operations, supporting AI tooling, and managing SaaS vendor administration. This role offers hands-on experience and a clear growth path tow...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $185K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining scalable backend systems for complex data integrations. Collaborate with partners to enhance operational efficiency and reliability, ensuring seamless dat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.