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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$75K - $158K *

Accelerate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on transforming logistics and finance through SAP S/4HANA. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure quality and reliability in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Champion the successful delivery of complex projects, guiding financial institutions in adopting innovative loan origination software. Manage timelines, risks, and stakeholder expectations to ensure p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Manage the optimization and governance of Deltek Vantagepoint, driving collaboration across finance, project management, and HR. Lead system enhancements and integrations, ensuring business objectives...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$286K - $326K *

Join a team of top engineers to drive innovative, high-impact solutions in cloud banking. Utilize your expertise in software and architecture to optimize performance and mentor peers while managing cr...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by managing system functionality and usability. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational workflows, document requirements, and drive process improvements in a dynamic hybr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$135K - $160K *

Champion the development of innovative AI features, ensuring quality and speed by building end-to-end solutions. Collaborate with product and design teams to transform AI concepts into impactful user...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$244K - $279K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative solutions in cloud banking. Collaborate with experts to drive modernization, mentor peers, and optimize technology strategies across multiple projects, ensuring...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in .NET development and solutions design. Collaborate on web applications, integrate REST APIs, and enhance imaging solutions while overseeing server admi...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$236K - $296K *

Champion technical excellence by leading full-stack teams in revolutionizing credit card solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive scalable, high-performing initiatives while mentoring enginee...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$218K - $256K *

Lead the charge in architecting scalable payment systems that process billions in transactions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure reliability and compliance while mentoring engineers to elevate...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer success through expert management of software solutions, ensuring exceptional service delivery and operational excellence in public safety environmen...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of dental practice management by leading software development and strategy while optimizing user experiences and ensuring compliance as we expand into new markets, collaborating with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of AI technology by developing custom compiler backends for Triton. Collaborate on low-level optimizations and code generation to enhance ML training performance and facilitate broade...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative eDiscovery solutions by managing complex projects, collaborating with legal teams, and mentoring staff. Ensure quality deliverables while exceeding client expectations through exper...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$93K - $150K *

Support and optimize cloud-based contact center platforms, ensuring service availability and excellent customer experience. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot complex issues and enhance operationa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic Site Design team to manage and execute civil engineering projects, ensuring quality design and effective communication with clients and teams. Contribute to impactful land development i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $194K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic partner to senior Engineering leaders, driving organizational change and fostering a high-performance culture across global teams in a fast-paced tech environment...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $218K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity by leading the architecture and integration of Zero Trust solutions for crucial defense initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver st...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Technical Recruiter, driving Engineering hiring and building strong talent pipelines. Collaborate with leaders to define roles, enhance candidate experience, and adapt strat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $240K *

Help us build robust data foundations by designing Postgres schemas and optimizing transactional models. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable data systems and mentor engineers in data fluency, en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop technical requirements for utility-scale battery energy storage systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications while drivin...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing application services in cloud environments. You'll install and upgrade applications while collaborating with experts to ensure optimal performance and support...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $158K *

Support SAP security in a DoD IL5 S/4HANA environment, enhancing Zero Trust architecture and system security. Collaborate with cyber and audit teams to solve complex challenges and ensure mission-crit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Unlock potential by delivering innovative robotic solutions, ensuring seamless integration and operational success for customers. Collaborate, troubleshoot, and enhance system performance while provid...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $156K *

Accelerate your career as a Senior Platform Engineer, leading the design and evolution of critical platform domains. Drive automation, mentor engineers, and enhance system reliability while shaping th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.

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    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with advertised salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its specific compensation details and requirements.

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    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.