Explore High-Paying Jobs in Missouri

Find your next career opportunity with Missouri jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Browse vetted professional roles across the state, from major employers in Kansas City and St. Louis to growing organizations in Springfield, Columbia, and other communities. Listings may include opportunities in technology, healthcare, finance, engineering, operations, and executive leadership.

Career Opportunities Across Missouri

Missouri’s diverse economy supports professional careers across industries such as financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, technology, and agriculture. Whether you’re looking for an established corporate role or a position with a growing organization, explore openings that match your experience, skills, and compensation goals.

Find Roles That Match Your Goals

Use Ladders to discover vetted jobs with salaries of at least $100,000. Review each listing for details about responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation, then focus your search on opportunities that align with your career plans. Job availability and salary details vary by employer and role.

Build Your Career in the Show-Me State

From metropolitan career hubs to communities throughout Missouri, high-paying roles can offer different work environments and paths for advancement. Explore current listings and find professional opportunities that fit the way you want to work and grow.

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$125K - $150K *

Innovate AI-driven business applications by designing Python services and APIs that enhance data processing capabilities in both cloud and on-premises settings, ensuring robust performance and seamles...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $270K *

Join a team pioneering AI/ML platform engineering, enhancing scalable infrastructure to empower scientific innovation. Shape the future of distributed systems and MLOps, collaborating across teams to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $233K *

Lead the charge in developing high-availability backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions while fostering a culture of quality and ownership within your...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Applied AI Engineer, leading teams to design and deliver impactful AI solutions. Drive technical excellence and mentor engineers while shaping the future of AI system...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $193K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers while overseeing technical excellence and driving AI innovation in operational systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful features for post-purcha...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $213K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of online ordering by leveraging your full stack development skills. Collaborate across teams to design innovative solutions, enhance platform performance, and de...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the development of cutting-edge software for simulator systems, focusing on real-time simulation and system design. Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining high stan...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $250K *

Join a team that's committed to building innovative software solutions that enhance user experience and streamline development processes while collaborating with top-tier engineers to deliver impactfu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $157K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative embedded software solutions for defense industries. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, code, and test robust applications while leading pro...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $225K *

Drive the design and delivery of innovative AI-driven applications. Oversee the full development lifecycle, ensuring scalability and reliability in multi-tenant enterprise solutions while collaboratin...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$205K - $270K *

Drive your career forward by designing robust server architectures for AI solutions, ensuring high performance and scalability in fast-paced environments. Collaborate with top talent to architect syst...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Help us drive the future of automation by owning AI agents that onboard applications and ensure self-healing workflows. You'll enhance existing systems, prioritize security, and collaborate across tea...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $285K *

Lead the development of Test & Code Coverage capabilities, transforming complex challenges into actionable strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality and streamlin...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive innovation by enhancing CI/CD systems for ML models, automating testing and deployment processes. Collaborate with teams to streamline workflows, reduce manual tasks, and ensure reliable model r...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving the evolution of AWS environments and CI/CD pipelines, enhancing observability and security, while collaborating with engineers to optimize platform reliability and perform...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Transform backend services and APIs for high-volume interactions, ensuring reliability and performance. Drive platform evolution through hands-on design and implementation, collaborating with cross-fu...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user engagement through innovative front-end solutions. You'll leverage modern web technologies to build secure, high-performance financial applications that...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic team of software engineers to enhance data import systems, ensuring efficient document processing and integration. Drive technical direction, improve engineering practices, and foster a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$184K - $356K *

Empower our team by designing and optimizing C++ software for ultra low-latency WebRTC streaming systems, driving innovation in real-time media applications and enhancing user experiences through adva...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$208K - $250K *

Shape the future of Grafana by leading frontend development squads, fostering collaboration and innovation to enhance user experiences. Drive AI integration and team growth while managing strategic pr...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing integration features across modern and legacy systems. You'll design APIs, deliver high-quality integrations, and collaborate with experienced engineers to dr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Empower our Managed Services tooling ecosystem by designing integrations and automations. You'll lead the configuration of Jira Service Management, optimize alerting, and ensure seamless connectivity...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive AI-native software development by architecting systems, guiding AI agents, and ensuring quality. Collaborate closely with users to transform business needs into reliable, efficient solutions whi...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower clinical trial design by architecting robust data infrastructures that streamline insights extraction from diverse clinical documents, enhancing decision-making through advanced data pipelines...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of high-paying jobs can I find in Missouri?question toggle

    Missouri listings may include professional roles in technology, healthcare, finance, engineering, manufacturing, logistics, operations, and executive leadership. Available positions depend on current employer hiring needs.

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    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review the individual listing for its compensation information and requirements.

  • Where in Missouri can I search for jobs?question toggle

    Explore opportunities in cities such as Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, and Columbia, as well as other locations across Missouri. Availability varies by role and employer.

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    Browse current listings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation with your experience and career goals. Apply to positions that align with your background.