Account Manager Jobs in California

Account Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, SaaS, media, financial services, and life sciences across a seniority range from entry-level to senior and strategic accounts. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego lead hiring volume, with well-established employers like Salesforce, Google, and Kaiser Permanente maintaining consistent demand. The most in-demand specialties are enterprise software, digital advertising, and healthcare accounts. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles364+
Top employerAmgen
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring112
Work type48% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Senior Account Manager (Semiconductor) (CA/YM)
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Senior Account Manager (Semiconductor) (CA/YM)
Activ8 Chicago
Fremont, California
Account Management
Customer Service
Public Relations (PR)
Sales
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in business
51-200

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Senior Account Manager, Engineering Consulting and Outsourcing
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Senior Account Manager, Engineering Consulting and Outsourcing
Sigma Group
San Francisco Bay Area, California
Product Management
Program Management
Project Management
$175k - $230k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
51-200

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Biosciences Account Manager, Inside Sales
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Biosciences Account Manager, Inside Sales
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Carlsbad, California
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
$24.49 - $36.51/hr
Bachelor's degree in biology
10,000+

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Account Manager / Specialty Account Manager - Tavneos (Rare Disease)
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Account Manager / Specialty Account Manager - Tavneos (Rare Disease)
Amgen
Burbank, California
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
$145k.91 - $215k/yr
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Senior Account Manager - Personal Care (Open to Remote within US)
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Senior Account Manager - Personal Care (Open to Remote within US)
Cargill
Los Angeles, California
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$130k - $150k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Account Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
14 jobs
Ontario
8 jobs
Riverside
7 jobs

Account Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Amgen18
  • Fortinet8
  • White Cap7
  • HUB International7
  • Brightview5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Insurance
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical Devices

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in account manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field
  • Proven ability to manage and grow a book of client accounts
  • Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing work
  • Ability to meet or exceed quarterly revenue retention and growth targets
  • Familiarity with California's technology, media, or healthcare industry verticals

Account Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a account manager in California?

Account manager roles in California do not require a state-issued license, but employers consistently expect a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Most California employers want candidates who have experience in client-facing roles, strong CRM skills, and familiarity with their specific industry vertical, whether that is technology, healthcare, or financial services. Building a portfolio of client outcomes and getting experience in inside sales or customer success are the most practical entry paths.

How much do account managers make in California?

Account managers in California earn a median of about $80,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,240 for the lowest 10% to over $168,720 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire account managers in California?

Employers hiring account managers in California right now include Amgen, Fortinet, and White Cap, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of SaaS, media, and healthcare companies means account manager demand stays consistent across the state throughout the year.

Which California cities have the most account manager jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose have the most account manager openings in California. San Francisco and the broader Bay Area drive volume through the tech and SaaS sector, Los Angeles through entertainment, media, and advertising, and San Diego through life sciences and defense technology, each anchored by large regional employer bases that keep account manager hiring active.

Are there remote account manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 76% of account manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the role's inherently communication-driven nature. Strategic and enterprise account work tends to be the most remote-compatible, while field-based territory roles covering physical retail or on-site clients are more likely to require in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a account manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a business development representative or customer success associate role at a California-based technology or SaaS company, which frequently promote from within into account management. Large California employers like Salesforce, Adobe, and Oracle run structured associate programs for recent graduates. A bachelor's degree, demonstrated CRM proficiency, and any client-facing internship experience give candidates a clear edge when applying to these entry-level pipelines.

Where can I find and apply to account manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to account manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and target industry, then apply directly to each one.

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