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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$73K - $102K *

Grow as a quality consultant driving non-conformance management and continuous improvement initiatives in aerospace manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $147K *

Oversee project financial performance and analytics, ensuring effective management across complex contracts. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and deliver actionable insights, driving operat...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$244K - $279K *

Lead innovation as a key technical expert, driving cloud-based banking solutions while collaborating on scalable, high-volume payment systems in a dynamic engineering environment. Shape the future of...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $150K *

Drive innovation in renewable energy by conducting power system studies, utilizing advanced software tools, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance efficiency and support sustainable solutions...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $135K *

Redefine database reliability as you enhance SRE practices across multiple platforms. Collaborate with peers to improve monitoring, disaster recovery, and incident response for critical database syste...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Bring your expertise to enhance GPU performance through Python and model training improvements. Collaborate in optimizing infrastructure, scaling GPU jobs, and fine-tuning processes while contributing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $266K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI solutions by developing scalable, innovative applications within the Salesforce ecosystem. Collaborate with clients to deliver strategic initiatives and exp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $295K *

Lead innovative data analysis initiatives to develop contextual insights from autonomous vehicle data, driving meaningful improvements in safety and performance across mobility services...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $152K *

Advance your career by leading mainframe capacity planning initiatives, optimizing performance, and driving automation solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and mentor ju...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to develop AI tools and workflows. Drive project momentum through hands-on prototyping and clear communication, ensuring alignment between...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $172K *

Transform complex data ecosystems by leveraging your Elasticsearch expertise to design, optimize, and lead advanced analytics initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance mission-cr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex projects and implementations in cloud-based procurement solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative designs and ensure stakeholder sati...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading Microsoft Cloud security projects, deploying SIEM and XDR solutions, and enhancing customer environments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovation in Manage...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with leaders across functions to create KPIs, analyze business performance, and foster a data-driven culture through...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and integration of advanced electrical control systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance efficiency and mentor junior members while ensuring proj...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $205K *

Lead the charge in delivering client-focused mainframe solutions. Oversee diverse projects, manage teams, and leverage strategic insights to enhance hardware and software lifecycle management while fo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $180K *

Unlock potential by designing AI-powered solutions for complex reporting challenges. Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative outcomes in regulated environments whil...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing electric motor programs and executing robotics projects. Drive innovation and ensure project goals are met efficiently while optimizing production processes and enhanci...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $122K *

Join a team that's redefining DevOps by building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automating workflows, and enhancing service delivery in AWS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliabl...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at securing cloud environments by designing robust guardrails and automation. Collaborate with engineering teams to embed security into CI/CD pipelines and ensure compliance across...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $262K *

Advance your career by designing and operating AI systems for mortgage Fulfillment. Lead architecture, build evaluation frameworks, and ensure reliability while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer experiences by leading solution discovery and deployment for enterprise software. Collaborate with Fortune 500 clients to operationalize innovative solutions, ensuring quality and e...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate cybersecurity by designing and implementing robust security protocols, ensuring compliance across cloud infrastructure while managing IAM, PKI, and secrets management to protect fintech worklo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $500K+*

Accelerate progress at the forefront of silicon verification. Own and enhance methodologies, manage test execution, and drive crucial reviews to ensure successful design transitions from concept to pr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $218K *

Join a team that's redefining mobile experiences by architecting automated QA processes for iOS and Android. Leverage your expertise to ensure exceptional quality in a fast-paced environment, collabor...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.