COO Jobs in California

COO jobs in California represent one of the most active executive markets in the country, concentrated in technology, healthcare, biotech, and venture-backed consumer brands, with openings ranging from early-career operational leaders to senior executives overseeing thousands of employees. The heaviest hiring is in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Salesforce, Kaiser Permanente, and Qualcomm maintain deep operational leadership teams. The most in-demand specialties are scaling operations for high-growth startups, healthcare system administration, and supply chain optimization. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles487+
Top employerABM Industries
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring144
Work type53% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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BlueSprig
Director of Clinical Operations - SoCal
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BlueSprig
New 20h ago
Director of Clinical Operations - SoCal
BlueSprig
San Bruno, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$115k - $132k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Trumpet Behavioral Health
Director of Clinical Operations - SoCal
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Trumpet Behavioral Health
New 20h ago
Director of Clinical Operations - SoCal
Trumpet Behavioral Health
San Bruno, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$115k - $132k/yr
501-1,000

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Rize Beyond Banking
Director, Infrastructure & Security Operations
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Rize Beyond Banking
New 22h ago
Director, Infrastructure & Security Operations
Rize Beyond Banking
Irwindale, California
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$140k - $180k/yr
Hybrid
ITIL Certification
51-200

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UCLA Health
Director, Access Strategy and Operations- Patient Access Organization
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UCLA Health
New 22h ago
Director, Access Strategy and Operations- Patient Access Organization
UCLA Health
Los Angeles, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$111k - $246k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
5,001-10,000

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Kaiser Permanente
Executive Director, Continuum Administrative Operations
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Kaiser Permanente
New 22h ago
Executive Director, Continuum Administrative Operations
Kaiser Permanente
Pleasanton, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$252k - $315k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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COO Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Oakland
13 jobs
Redwood City
12 jobs
Sacramento
10 jobs

COO Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

ABM Industries
ABM Industries9 open roles
Revolution Medicines
Revolution Medicines9 open roles
California State University
California State University7 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals19
  • Technology & Software17
  • Healthcare & Medical Services12
  • Education9
  • Electronics & Hardware9

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in COO jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations, or a related field required
  • Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience in operations or a related function
  • Demonstrated experience scaling teams and processes inside a California-based high-growth organization
  • Proficiency with enterprise resource planning systems and operational performance metrics
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across finance, product, and people teams
  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred by most mid-to-large California employers

COO Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a coo in California?

Becoming a coo in California typically starts with a bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a closely related field, followed by progressive leadership roles in operations, finance, or product management. California employers, particularly in technology and healthcare, strongly favor candidates who have an MBA from an accredited institution. There is no state-issued license specific to the coo role, but healthcare sector coos working within licensed facilities must understand California Department of Public Health compliance requirements.

Which companies hire coos in California?

Employers hiring coos in California right now include ABM Industries, Revolution Medicines, and California State University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of venture-backed technology firms, large integrated health systems, and global consumer brands makes it one of the broadest markets for operational leadership roles in the country.

Which California cities have the most coo jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego account for the largest share of coo openings in California. San Francisco leads because of its density of technology and fintech headquarters, Los Angeles draws demand from media, healthcare, and consumer brands, and San Diego's biotech and defense sectors generate consistent need for operational leaders across mid-size and enterprise organizations.

Are there remote coo jobs in California?

Yes, though they are less common than in purely analytical roles because coos are typically expected to be present for cross-functional decision-making and culture leadership. About 47% of coo openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with the fully remote roles most often found in software and SaaS companies that operate distributed teams. Strategic and board-facing responsibilities are most likely to be performed remotely.

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

The most realistic entry path is building operational leadership experience through director or VP-level roles in functions like finance, product, or people operations before stepping into a coo position. Large California health systems such as Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health run administrative fellowship programs that prepare candidates for executive operational roles. Technology companies in the Bay Area frequently promote from within, making head of operations or chief of staff roles natural stepping stones. Earning an MBA from a California business school also accelerates the timeline significantly.

Where can I find and apply to coo jobs in California?

You can find and apply to coo 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 target market, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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