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CEO jobs in California are among the most competitive and sought-after executive openings in the country, concentrated in technology, entertainment, biotech, and financial services across seniority levels from startup founder-level leaders to seasoned corporate executives. The heaviest hiring activity centers on San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Apple, Alphabet, and Kaiser Permanente maintain major operations and regularly seek senior leadership. Organizations across California's innovation economy consistently look for ceos with expertise in technology strategy, healthcare administration, and consumer brands. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Ceribell
Ceribell is a medical technology company focused on transforming the diagnosis and management of patients with serious neurological conditions. The Ceribell System is a novel, point-of-care electroencephalography ("EEG") platform specifically designed to address the unmet needs of patients in the acute care setting, and is being used in hundreds of community hospitals, large academic facilities and major IDN's across the country. Our entire team is driven by a shared commitment to transforming the landscape of critical care through our rapid seizure detection technology, come join the movement!
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly analytical and experienced Chief of Staff to serve as a critical partner to the CEO and the leadership team. This high-impact individual contributor role will be responsible for defining and driving key strategic initiatives, optimizing internal operational effectiveness, and supporting the company's next phase of growth by partnering closely with other team members on strategic partnerships. Your capacity to thrive within a fast-paced and dynamic landscape, coupled with your strategic foresight, will be instrumental in steering our expansion. This is a unique opportunity for a technically proficient leader to drive both operational excellence and long-term corporate development within the acute neurological care space.
What you'll achieve
Strategic Initiatives
- Partner closely with the CEO to lead and manage strategic projects, developing detailed work plans, conducting market analysis, and preparing final recommendations for the executive leadership team (ELT) and the Board of Directors.
- Support company-level strategic decision-making (e.g., new market entry, capital allocation, M&A) by providing data-driven analysis on market access, competitive landscape, and pricing strategy, in partnership with the Product team's market and portfolio analysis.
- Coordinate and drive high-priority multifaceted ad hoc projects that demand cross-functional cooperation, guaranteeing punctual completion and alignment with overarching objectives.
Executive Support
- Facilitate and organize critical day-to-day operations of the CEO's office, including planning and structuring CEO staff meetings, tracking key decisions, and ensuring timely execution of executive priorities.
- Support executive processes such as QBRs, AOP planning and budgeting.
- Serve as a dependable advisor to the CEO, providing insights and recommendations on strategic decisions.
- Function as a conduit between departments, expediting information exchange and collaborative issue resolution.
- Assist in managing external partnerships and stakeholders, exemplifying the company with the utmost professionalism.
Strategic Partnerships Support:
- Partner with other team members to help identify and evaluate potential partners for co-commercialization collaborations in the neurology space, bringing an executive/strategic lens to prioritization.
- Partner with Finance on financial modeling and market sizing analysis to support board- and executive-level strategic decision-making.
- Support the Executive Leadership Team's due diligence and negotiation of complex strategic alliance and license agreements, particularly on board- and executive-level framing and decision points.
- Develop clear, high-impact presentations and communication materials for internal stakeholders and external partners, translating complex technical and business risks into clear executive recommendations.
Leadership & Culture Support:
- Partner with the People team on executive and leadership-level hiring, onboarding, and development.
- Foster a constructive and inclusive company culture, aligned with our values and mission.
What you'll need to be successful
- Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master's) in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) is strongly preferred. Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields are highly valued.
- 8 years business experience, of which >3 years experience with management consulting, investment banking, or similar roles.
- Familiarity with business development or licensing processes in pharmaceutical or medtech companies is a plus.
- Demonstrated track record in a senior management capacity, preferably within the medical device or healthcare sector.
- Strong strategic analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization.
- Proven ability to lead complex projects and drive results within a fast-paced, high-growth MedTech environment.
- Demonstrated experience in project management and process improvement.
- Ability to navigate an evolving environment and oversee competing priorities adeptly. Exceptional ethical standards, professionalism, and discretion.
A candidate's final salary offer will be based on their skills, education, work location and experience, and thus it may differ from the posted range. Compensation may also include bonuses consistent with Ceribell's corporate compensation plan. Note, the above description is not all-encompassing and Ceribell reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time.
In addition to your base compensation, Ceribell offers eligible employees the following:
- Performance-based incentive compensation (varies by role)
- Equity opportunities
- 100% Employer paid Health Benefits for Employees
- 50% - 70% Employer paid Health, Dental & Vision for dependents (depending on plan selection)
- 100% paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with a generous company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with a discount
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Flexible paid time off
- 13 Paid Holidays + 3 Company Wellness Days
- Excellent parental leave policy
- Fantastic culture with tremendous career advancement opportunities
- Joining a mission-minded organization!
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Other Job Details
Ceribell reports transfers of value to health care providers (HCPs) as required by federal and state transparency laws. These laws and implementing regulations require Ceribell to provide government agencies with HCPs' names, addresses and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. If you are an HCP and we pay or reimburse your recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Ceribell, your name, address and the amount of payments made may be reported to the government.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ceribell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Ceribell complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Ceribell is an E-Verify employer. Any applicant with a disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact talent@ceribell.com to request reasonable accommodation.
Privacy Statement
For information on how Ceribell processes personal data of job applicants, please review our Privacy Policy.
Compliance Disclaimer
If you believe this job posting is non-compliant, please submit a report to legal@ceribell.com. Please note that we will not respond to inquiries unrelated to job posting compliance.
About Ceribell
Ceribell is a medical technology company focused on transforming the diagnosis and management of patients with serious neurological conditions. The Ceribell System is a novel, point-of-care electroencephalography ("EEG") platform specifically designed to address the unmet needs of patients in the acute care setting, and is being used in hundreds of community hospitals, large academic facilities and major IDN's across the country. Our entire team is driven by a shared commitment to transforming the landscape of critical care through our rapid seizure detection technology, come join the movement!
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly analytical and experienced Chief of Staff to serve as a critical partner to the CEO and the leadership team. This high-impact individual contributor role will be responsible for defining and driving key strategic initiatives, optimizing internal operational effectiveness, and supporting the company's next phase of growth by partnering closely with other team members on strategic partnerships. Your capacity to thrive within a fast-paced and dynamic landscape, coupled with your strategic foresight, will be instrumental in steering our expansion. This is a unique opportunity for a technically proficient leader to drive both operational excellence and long-term corporate development within the acute neurological care space.
What you'll achieve
Strategic Initiatives
- Partner closely with the CEO to lead and manage strategic projects, developing detailed work plans, conducting market analysis, and preparing final recommendations for the executive leadership team (ELT) and the Board of Directors.
- Support company-level strategic decision-making (e.g., new market entry, capital allocation, M&A) by providing data-driven analysis on market access, competitive landscape, and pricing strategy, in partnership with the Product team's market and portfolio analysis.
- Coordinate and drive high-priority multifaceted ad hoc projects that demand cross-functional cooperation, guaranteeing punctual completion and alignment with overarching objectives.
Executive Support
- Facilitate and organize critical day-to-day operations of the CEO's office, including planning and structuring CEO staff meetings, tracking key decisions, and ensuring timely execution of executive priorities.
- Support executive processes such as QBRs, AOP planning and budgeting.
- Serve as a dependable advisor to the CEO, providing insights and recommendations on strategic decisions.
- Function as a conduit between departments, expediting information exchange and collaborative issue resolution.
- Assist in managing external partnerships and stakeholders, exemplifying the company with the utmost professionalism.
Strategic Partnerships Support:
- Partner with other team members to help identify and evaluate potential partners for co-commercialization collaborations in the neurology space, bringing an executive/strategic lens to prioritization.
- Partner with Finance on financial modeling and market sizing analysis to support board- and executive-level strategic decision-making.
- Support the Executive Leadership Team's due diligence and negotiation of complex strategic alliance and license agreements, particularly on board- and executive-level framing and decision points.
- Develop clear, high-impact presentations and communication materials for internal stakeholders and external partners, translating complex technical and business risks into clear executive recommendations.
Leadership & Culture Support:
- Partner with the People team on executive and leadership-level hiring, onboarding, and development.
- Foster a constructive and inclusive company culture, aligned with our values and mission.
What you'll need to be successful
- Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master's) in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) is strongly preferred. Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields are highly valued.
- 8 years business experience, of which >3 years experience with management consulting, investment banking, or similar roles.
- Familiarity with business development or licensing processes in pharmaceutical or medtech companies is a plus.
- Demonstrated track record in a senior management capacity, preferably within the medical device or healthcare sector.
- Strong strategic analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization.
- Proven ability to lead complex projects and drive results within a fast-paced, high-growth MedTech environment.
- Demonstrated experience in project management and process improvement.
- Ability to navigate an evolving environment and oversee competing priorities adeptly. Exceptional ethical standards, professionalism, and discretion.
A candidate's final salary offer will be based on their skills, education, work location and experience, and thus it may differ from the posted range. Compensation may also include bonuses consistent with Ceribell's corporate compensation plan. Note, the above description is not all-encompassing and Ceribell reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time.
In addition to your base compensation, Ceribell offers eligible employees the following:
- Performance-based incentive compensation (varies by role)
- Equity opportunities
- 100% Employer paid Health Benefits for Employees
- 50% - 70% Employer paid Health, Dental & Vision for dependents (depending on plan selection)
- 100% paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with a generous company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with a discount
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Flexible paid time off
- 13 Paid Holidays + 3 Company Wellness Days
- Excellent parental leave policy
- Fantastic culture with tremendous career advancement opportunities
- Joining a mission-minded organization!
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Other Job Details
Ceribell reports transfers of value to health care providers (HCPs) as required by federal and state transparency laws. These laws and implementing regulations require Ceribell to provide government agencies with HCPs' names, addresses and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. If you are an HCP and we pay or reimburse your recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Ceribell, your name, address and the amount of payments made may be reported to the government.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ceribell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Ceribell complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Ceribell is an E-Verify employer. Any applicant with a disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact talent@ceribell.com to request reasonable accommodation.
Privacy Statement
For information on how Ceribell processes personal data of job applicants, please review our Privacy Policy.
Compliance Disclaimer
If you believe this job posting is non-compliant, please submit a report to legal@ceribell.com. Please note that we will not respond to inquiries unrelated to job posting compliance.
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CEO Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- FutureSight Ventures35F
- Sutter Health4
- Pallet2
- CEO Life2
- Alpha Hire2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Technology & Software
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Medical Devices
- Electronics & Hardware
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in CEO jobs across California.
- Extensive executive leadership experience managing large organizations or business units in California
- Proven ability to drive revenue growth and set strategic vision at board level
- Advanced degree in business administration, finance, or a relevant industry field
- Experience working with California-regulated industries such as healthcare, finance, or utilities
- Strong background in stakeholder management, investor relations, and California market dynamics
- Demonstrated ability to build and retain high-performing leadership teams in competitive California markets
CEO Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a ceo in California?
Becoming a ceo in California typically requires a combination of advanced education, most often an MBA or relevant graduate degree, and a track of progressive leadership roles. California does not require a state-issued license specifically for ceos, but roles in regulated sectors such as healthcare, banking, or insurance require executives to operate within California's regulatory frameworks. Building a career in senior management, serving in VP or COO roles, and developing a network within California's industry clusters are the most reliable paths to the top position.
How much do CEOs make in California?
CEOs in California earn a median of about $218,600 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $85,790 for the lowest 10% to over $486,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire ceos in California?
Employers hiring ceos in California right now include FutureSight Ventures, Sutter Health, and Pallet, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's deep concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major health systems, and high-growth technology companies means demand for executive leadership is consistent across a broad range of industries and organization sizes.
Which California cities have the most ceo jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Irvine have the most ceo openings in California, reflecting the state's distribution of corporate headquarters, venture-backed companies, and large public institutions. San Francisco's technology and financial sectors and Los Angeles's entertainment, media, and consumer brand industries drive the bulk of executive demand, while San Diego's biotech and defense ecosystems account for strong hiring in that region.
Are there remote ceo jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 66% of ceo openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects the hands-on, board-facing nature of the role. The functions most amenable to remote or hybrid arrangements tend to be at smaller startups or holding companies, where the ceo's primary work is strategic oversight rather than daily on-site operations.
How can I get hired as a ceo in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is to build a record in senior functional leadership, such as a VP of operations, CFO, or COO role at a California-based company, before moving into a chief executive position. California's startup ecosystem offers pathways for founders who take on the ceo title from the beginning, and organizations like the California Association of Nonprofits offer executive director roles that serve as a practical proving ground. Completing an MBA at a California institution with strong industry ties and engaging with local executive leadership programs can accelerate visibility with boards and search committees.
Where can I find and apply to ceo jobs in California?
You can find and apply to ceo jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and interests, and apply directly to each position through the listing.
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