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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$125K - $150K *

Transform enterprise solutions by embedding with teams to architect and deliver AI systems. Drive impactful results through hands-on engineering, consulting, and operational expertise, ensuring robust...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Design and optimize evaluation systems for AI agents, enhancing performance and quality through innovative metrics and benchmarks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure agents meet user ne...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the quality assurance landscape by building robust test automation frameworks, driving efficient testing practices, and partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure excellence in software...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $125K *

Join a team that's redefining web development by building innovative applications. Leverage your full-stack expertise in JavaScript and Python while managing cloud infrastructure and data pipelines to...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Support our mission by enhancing our Atlassian ecosystem, optimizing user experience across Jira, JSM, and Confluence while ensuring robust integrations and maintaining system performance across the N...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate project delivery by managing integrated schedules for data center builds, ensuring timely execution across teams and partners. Drive risk management and governance while building scalable proc...

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1 week ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Grow your career with a fully remote role focused on designing and optimizing secure, scalable cloud-based data solutions across Azure and AWS, supporting critical national defense initiatives through...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $183K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional software support for mainframe IMS systems. You'll play a key role in customer service, problem resolution, and migration services, ensuring seaml...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and enhancement of corporate security infrastructure, improving automation and maintaining strong security posture in a cloud environment. Collaborate with teams to implement controls...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion the evolution of our Key/Value product by taking end-to-end ownership of full stack projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring reliable service for millions of users as...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze solar PV energy yield assessments for utility-scale projects. Lead performance modeling and mentor engineers while expanding expertise across various renewable energy te...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead a high-performance engineering team, driving strategy and innovation for Corporate Payments services while aligning technology with business goals. Foster collaboration and continuous improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $185K *

Empower engineering teams by designing and implementing security controls that enhance system integrity and reduce risk. Collaborate cross-functionally to create secure-by-default solutions, enabling...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower strategic financial decisions by analyzing investments, market opportunities, and capital allocation. Collaborate with C-suite executives to drive growth and optimize resource allocation while...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$182K - $240K *

Pioneer a high-impact Corporate Systems strategy, leading a dedicated Product Management team to transform internal platforms. Drive cross-functional initiatives in Finance, People, and Sales to deliv...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $130K *

Lead dealership implementations by managing go-lives, training teams, and ensuring seamless integrations. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize workflows and drive adoption, while traveling freque...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the development of innovative AI-native design systems, enhancing Cherry's design infrastructure. Collaborate across teams, grow as a key member, and shape the future of design practices in a rap...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $165K *

Transform the future of IoT connectivity by leading chipset and module enablement, guiding developers through the NB-IoT NTN journey, and optimizing solutions for real-world applications seamlessly...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead technical service delivery for complex accounts, guiding solution design and lifecycle management. Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring strategic alignment an...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $195K *

Transform ServiceNow solutions by designing, developing, and deploying customized applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and optimize performance across various modules while...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $263K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative ServiceNow solutions, enhancing system performance, and ensuring compliance with federal security frameworks while collaborating with stakeholders...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by bridging technical solutions and customer needs in the drive-thru technology space. Collaborate with Sales and Product teams to design and deliver innovative solutions that enha...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $115K *

Empower your career by developing user-focused documentation for mission-critical systems. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to create clear, accessible content that enhances user experience...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support the design and development of electronic hardware systems for Navy undersea warfare programs. Collaborate on circuit design, testing, and integration efforts while ensuring compliance with tec...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate the creative process by leading studio operations and optimizing workflows for a multidisciplinary team. Drive efficiency while managing project pipelines and stakeholder expectations in a fas...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.