Compliance Program Manager Jobs in California

Compliance Program Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with demand concentrated in financial services, healthcare, technology, and defense contracting at levels from entry-level compliance analyst through senior program director. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego account for the largest share of openings, where major employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Wells Fargo, and Northrop Grumman maintain significant compliance operations. The most sought-after specialties in California are healthcare regulatory compliance, financial crimes and anti-money-laundering programs, and privacy and data governance under the California Consumer Privacy Act. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles462+
Top employerAmazon
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring103
Work type74% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Apple
Technology Compliance Program Manager
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Technology Compliance Program Manager
Apple
Sunnyvale, California
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Risk
Audit
Project Management
$172k - $259k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Ramp
Product Compliance Program Manager
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Ramp
Added 1mo ago
Product Compliance Program Manager
Ramp
San Francisco, California
Compliance & Legal
Partnerships & Business Development
Business Development
$144k - $220k/yr
On-Site
None
51-200

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SCAN Health Plan
Medicare Compliance Program Manager
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SCAN Health Plan
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Medicare Compliance Program Manager
SCAN Health Plan
Long Beach, California
Compliance & Legal
Healthcare Administration
Compliance & Risk
$92k - $134k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Amazon.com
Sr. HW Compliance Technical Program Manager
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Amazon.com
Added 6d ago
Sr. HW Compliance Technical Program Manager
Amazon.com
Sunnyvale, California
Project & Program Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Compliance & Legal
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$171k - $231k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Adobe
Compliance Senior Program Manager
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Adobe
Added 3w ago
Compliance Senior Program Manager
Adobe
San Jose, California
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
$203k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Compliance Program Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
105 jobs
Los Angeles
49 jobs
San Jose
25 jobs
San Diego
22 jobs
Sunnyvale
17 jobs
Irvine
16 jobs
Santa Clara
13 jobs
Menlo Park
12 jobs
Redwood City
11 jobs

Compliance Program Manager Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon
    Amazon15
  • Meta
    Meta15
  • TikTok
    TikTok10
  • Apple
    Apple9
  • Anthropic
    Anthropic7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software128
  • Consulting & Professional Services43
  • Electronics & Hardware29
  • Construction & Real Estate26
  • Banking & Financial Services24

What California Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in law, business, healthcare administration, or a related field
  • Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) or equivalent professional certification preferred
  • Five or more years of compliance, regulatory affairs, or risk management experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge of California-specific regulations including CCPA and HIPAA requirements
  • Experience designing, implementing, and auditing enterprise-wide compliance programs
  • Strong written communication skills for policy development and regulatory reporting

Compliance Program Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a compliance program manager in California?

The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in business, law, healthcare administration, or a related field followed by several years in a compliance analyst or regulatory affairs role. California does not issue a state-specific compliance license, but hiring managers strongly favor the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional credential issued by the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics. Candidates targeting healthcare employers should also pursue the Certified in Healthcare Compliance designation, which carries real weight with California hospital systems and medical groups.

How much do compliance program managers make in California?

Compliance program managers in California earn a median of about $96,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,530 for the lowest 10% to over $158,280 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire compliance program managers in California?

Employers hiring compliance program managers in California right now include Amazon, Meta, and TikTok, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's dense concentration of regulated industries, including large health systems, major banks, defense contractors, and technology firms subject to CCPA, makes it one of the most consistent states for compliance program manager hiring year-round.

Which California cities have the most compliance program manager jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose account for the most compliance program manager openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco drive volume through their large financial services, entertainment, and technology sectors, while San Diego's strength in defense contracting, biotech, and military healthcare generates consistent compliance demand that keeps it competitive with the larger metros.

Are there remote compliance program manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields, because compliance program management is fundamentally a desk, policy, and documentation role that translates well to remote work. About 26% of compliance program manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how widely employers have adopted flexible arrangements for this function. Roles focused on policy writing, training program development, and regulatory reporting are the most consistently offered as fully remote.

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

The most realistic entry point is moving into a compliance analyst or regulatory coordinator role from an adjacent position such as paralegal, internal auditor, quality assurance specialist, or healthcare billing coordinator. Large California employers including Kaiser Permanente, UC Health systems, and major Bay Area financial institutions run rotational compliance and risk associate programs that accept candidates without dedicated compliance experience. Earning the CCEP candidate designation while still building hours demonstrates commitment and gives California hiring managers a concrete credential to anchor an otherwise thin compliance resume.

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

You can find and apply to compliance program manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.

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