Application Engineer Jobs in California

Application Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise software, semiconductor manufacturing, industrial automation, and life sciences across a seniority range from entry-level field support through senior pre-sales and solutions engineering. The largest hiring hubs are the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Cisco, Applied Materials, and Qualcomm maintain deep engineering workforces and consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties right now are solutions engineering for SaaS platforms, embedded systems support for chip design, and technical pre-sales for industrial and medtech equipment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles252+
Top employerSpaceX
Top citySan Jose, CA
Cities hiring46
Work type56% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Super Micro Computer, Inc.
Application Engineer
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Application Engineer
Super Micro Computer, Inc.
San Jose, California
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$80k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Software Engineer, AI Data Application – USDS
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Software Engineer, AI Data Application – USDS
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San Jose, California
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$137k - $360k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Lumentum Operations
Field Application Engineer
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Field Application Engineer
Lumentum Operations
San Jose, California
Cloud & DevOps
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$150k - $214k/yr
1,001-5,000

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CVS Health
Staff Application Security Engineer – AI & Agentic Systems
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Staff Application Security Engineer – AI & Agentic Systems
CVS Health
Sacramento, California
Compliance & Risk
Engineering (Non-Software)
Quality Control
$107k - $284k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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CVS Health
Staff Application Security Engineer – Threat Research
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Staff Application Security Engineer – Threat Research
CVS Health
Sacramento, California
Cloud Architecture
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
$107k - $284k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Application Engineer Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Sunnyvale
14 jobs
Fremont
11 jobs
Palo Alto
11 jobs
San Diego
8 jobs
Hawthorne
7 jobs

Application Engineer Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • SpaceX
    SpaceX10
  • Siemens
    Siemens9
  • Advantest
    Advantest7
  • Apple
    Apple6
  • NVIDIA
    NVIDIA6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware41
  • Technology & Software36
  • Manufacturing13
  • Aerospace & Defense6
  • Consulting & Professional Services6

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in application engineer jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience with the product line or technology stack the role supports
  • Ability to conduct technical demonstrations and present solutions to engineering and procurement teams
  • Experience reading and interpreting technical specifications, schematics, or system architecture documents
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with sales and product teams
  • Familiarity with CRM and technical documentation tools such as Salesforce or Confluence

Application Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a application engineer in California?

Most application engineer roles in California require a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline such as electrical, mechanical, or computer engineering, though some SaaS-focused positions accept computer science or information systems degrees. California does not issue a state license specific to application engineering, but candidates entering manufacturing, semiconductor, or regulated medtech environments benefit from a Professional Engineer registration through the California Department of Consumer Affairs Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Practical product knowledge and prior technical support or field experience are consistently valued in California listings.

Which companies hire application engineers in California?

Employers hiring application engineers in California right now include SpaceX, Siemens, and Advantest, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's density of semiconductor firms, enterprise software companies, and medtech manufacturers means hiring tends to be consistent year-round rather than seasonal.

Which California cities have the most application engineer jobs?

San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco have the most application engineer openings in California. The Bay Area leads because of its concentration of semiconductor, enterprise software, and hardware companies, while Los Angeles draws from aerospace, defense, and industrial automation sectors, and San Diego's strong life sciences and wireless technology industry sustains steady demand there.

Are there remote application engineer jobs in California?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based roles because application engineers frequently need to demonstrate equipment, support installations, or visit customer sites. About 44% of application engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote work most prevalent in pre-sales and SaaS solutions engineering positions where product demonstrations happen over video rather than on-site.

How can I get hired as a application engineer in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a rotational or associate application engineer program at a large California-based company, where candidates start in technical support or inside sales engineering before moving into field-facing roles. Companies like Cisco, Agilent Technologies, and Applied Materials run structured new-graduate programs for engineering majors. Lateral moves from roles like technical support engineer, field service technician, or systems integration analyst are common stepping stones. Completing a Professional Engineer exam application with the California Board for Professional Engineers also signals commitment and gives candidates an edge in regulated industries.

Where can I find and apply to application engineer jobs in California?

You can find and apply to application engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries including semiconductor, enterprise software, life sciences, and industrial automation. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly through the listings.

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