Explore $100K+ Jobs in Virginia

Find vetted professional opportunities in Virginia with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. From the technology and federal contracting hubs of Northern Virginia to the business, healthcare, and government employers in Richmond and the Hampton Roads region, the state offers career paths for experienced professionals across a range of industries.

Where to Find Professional Jobs in Virginia

Virginia’s job market spans major metro areas and growing regional centers. Northern Virginia is known for technology, cybersecurity, consulting, and government-related work. Richmond offers opportunities in finance, healthcare, insurance, and corporate operations, while Hampton Roads has demand across defense, logistics, healthcare, and maritime industries. Employers and roles vary by location, experience, and current market needs.

Industries and Roles

Qualified candidates may find leadership and specialist positions in technology, finance, healthcare, engineering, sales, operations, consulting, and other professional fields. Senior roles can include director, vice president, principal, and executive positions, as well as experienced individual-contributor jobs. Review each listing for the responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

Find the Right Virginia Opportunity

Use Ladders to explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more in Virginia. Narrow your search by location, job title, industry, or work arrangement, and compare opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. New listings may be added as employers’ hiring needs change.

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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data platforms by building and operating high-scale distributed systems. Collaborate with engineers to enhance analytics capabilities and empower organizations...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $350K *

Transform complex AI research into scalable, reliable systems. Collaborate across teams to architect and enhance backend services, ensuring robust infrastructure for model training and data collection...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $213K *

Engage with us to design, build, and maintain cutting-edge cloud infrastructure. You'll enhance our Kubernetes platform, drive GitOps practices, and empower developers through automation and infrastru...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $206K *

Build innovative backend systems to enhance batch development and testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows, improve reliability, and support operational excellence in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize data pipelines, ensuring quality and security for analytics and AI capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative data solutions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $190K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines using Azure, PySpark, and Airflow. Collaborate with teams to ensure data quality and performance while mentoring engineers and drivi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $237K *

Shape secure, scalable cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, OCI, and GCP. Collaborate with teams to automate deployments, enhance cloud operations, and mentor engineers while supporting mission-critical...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$239K - $298K *

Discover a pivotal role in shaping the future of our engineering function. Lead a small team to enhance our GTM engine, integrating product and marketing efforts while driving innovation in technology...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $229K *

Elevate infrastructure reliability and performance by architecting scalable solutions, collaborating across teams, and driving end-to-end software delivery to enhance user experience and system resili...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$197K - $276K *

Lead the charge in developing high-reliability embedded avionics software for spacecraft, overseeing the full lifecycle from concept to mission operations while mentoring engineers and ensuring techni...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $172K *

Innovate your career as you design and maintain mission-critical software for defense financial systems. Lead a growing team, integrate AI capabilities, and ensure compliance in both classified and un...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $210K *

Transform issue management by leading a team to develop AI-assisted solutions, ensuring quality and accountability in remediation processes across GRC. Drive engineering excellence while fostering ind...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$168K - $285K *

Elevate the future of software planning by leading a team that integrates human and AI collaboration. Shape product direction, connect work to business priorities, and drive strategic decisions in a d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate by leading the development of AI foundation services at scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, cloud-native solutions while enhancing operational readiness and driv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining full-stack applications. Collaborate in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality, scalable software that meets crit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $201K *

Elevate your career by leading complex technical programs across network services, ensuring security, availability, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excell...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $181K *

Lead the development of innovative software solutions for aerospace modeling and simulation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance system design and integration, ensuring compliance with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Deliver innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and debugging complex applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and scalability while ensuring quality and user satisf...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $130K *

Join a team that's developing innovative software solutions for national security. Leverage your full stack expertise and QA focus to enhance user experience and ensure high-quality applications in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$241K - $322K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable search technologies. Collaborate with engineers and product partners to enhance reliability and performance while guiding complex projects from concept to deliver...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Champion data excellence by designing and optimizing scalable data platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive innovation in data processing, ensuring alignment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$184K - $356K *

Elevate the future of autonomous software systems by building and optimizing AI agent evaluation frameworks, enhancing usability, reliability, and performance with a collaborative engineering team ded...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $157K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise AI solutions through innovative design and deployment. Leverage your expertise to build secure, scalable AI platforms that enhance business processes and dri...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $200K *

Transform the future of data-driven solutions by collaborating with clients to tackle complex challenges. Leverage your engineering expertise to design impactful software, driving innovation across cr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$141K - $190K *

Lead the charge in delivering mission-critical software solutions for the Intelligence Community. Collaborate with Agile teams to enhance applications, troubleshoot issues, and support modernization e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of $100K+ jobs can I find in Virginia?question toggle

    Virginia listings may include professional, specialist, management, and executive roles in fields such as technology, finance, healthcare, engineering, consulting, sales, and operations. Availability depends on employers’ current hiring needs.

  • Which Virginia areas have high-paying professional jobs?question toggle

    Opportunities can be found throughout the state, including Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Hampton Roads. The industries and roles available differ by region and employer.

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    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its specific compensation information and any stated salary range.

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