Business Process Optimization Jobs in California
Business Process Optimization jobs in California are open across San Jose, Los Angeles, and Sunnyvale and other California metros, with employers like Adobe, BioMarin Pharmaceutical, and Apple hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As a Process Risk Manager, you will get the opportunity to grow and contribute to our clients' business needs by helping them understand their business risks, and assist in addressing risk in both proactive and responsive contexts for the Risk, Compliance & Controls Practice – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel.
From day one, you’ll be empowered by the greater Risk team to help clients make the moves that will help them achieve their vision and help you achieve more, confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:
- Review operational, financial, and technology processes to provide management with an individual assessment of business risk, internal control, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the process as well as the risks associated with Sarbanes Oxley as it pertains to internal controls over financial reporting
- Manage internal audit outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements for clients
- Manage the risk identification process and evaluation and testing of business processes and related controls
- Maintain a good working relationship with clients and work effectively with client management and staff at all levels
- Work closely with clients and staff to develop client and project risk assessments, implement opportunities, and recommendations regarding business and IT process optimization, profit improvement, cost reduction, fraud prevention, internal control, and compliance
- Perform engagement management responsibilities, including performance reviews, task delegation, project scheduling, project financials, quality review and client management
- Manage business development activities, such as proposals, capture, account teams, whitepapers, conferences, and/or other thought leadership material
- Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals
- Manage, develop, train, coach and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews
- Other duties as assigned
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, MIS, or a related field is required
- Minimum 5+ years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing cross-industry clients at a national level
- Certification required, CPA, CISA, CISSP, CIA or CISM preferred
- Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience preferred
- Experience performing financial, operational, and system audits, as well as business process control reviews
- Ability to execute multiple engagements and completing priorities in a rapidly growing team environment
- Knowledge of audit-preparation software and an understanding of the impact of technology
- Exceptional client service, communication, analytical, organizational and project management skills
- Can travel as needed
The base salary range for this position is between $138,000 and $172,500. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
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Business Process Optimization Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Adobe4

- BioMarin Pharmaceutical3

- Apple2

- Boehringer Ingelheim2

- City National Bank2

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software19
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals8
- Consulting & Professional Services7
- Banking & Financial Services5
- Insurance4
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business process optimization jobs across California.
- Lean or Six Sigma certification at Green Belt level or above
- Experience mapping and redesigning end-to-end business processes using tools like Visio or Lucidchart
- Proficiency with process automation platforms such as ServiceNow, Pega, or Power Automate
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, industrial engineering, or a related field
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams through change management initiatives
- Strong data analysis skills using SQL, Excel, or business intelligence tools like Tableau
Business Process Optimization Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How many business process optimization jobs are there in California?
There are 53+ business process optimization openings in California on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in San Jose, Los Angeles, and Sunnyvale. New positions post regularly as employers across California hire.
How much do business process optimizations make in California?
Business process optimizations in California earn a median of about $87,570 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,410 for the lowest 10% to over $169,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which California cities have the most business process optimization jobs?
San Jose, Los Angeles, and Sunnyvale have the most business process optimization openings in California right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire business process optimizations in California?
Employers hiring business process optimizations in California include Adobe, BioMarin Pharmaceutical, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote business process optimization jobs in California?
Yes. About 30% of business process optimization openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in California metros.
How do I apply for business process optimization jobs in California?
You can apply to business process optimization jobs in California directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred California location, then apply to each one that fits.
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