Data Manager Jobs in California
Data Manager jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in technology, healthcare, entertainment, and financial services, with openings ranging from entry-level data coordinator roles through senior and director-level positions. The heaviest hiring activity is in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Salesforce, and Apple maintain large data operations and consistently bring on data management professionals. In-demand specialties include healthcare data management, cloud data governance, and enterprise analytics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Do you love understanding every detail of how new technologies work? Join the team that serves as Apple’s nerve center, our Information Systems and Technology group. There are countless ways you’ll contribute here, whether you’re coordinating technology needs for product launches, designing music solutions for retail locations, or ensuring the strength of in-store Wi-Fi connections. From Apple Pay to the Apple website to our data centers around the globe, you’ll help design and manage the massive systems that countless employees and customers rely on every day. You’ll also build custom tools for employees, empowering them to solve complex problems on their own. Join our team, and together we’ll explore all the ways to improve how Apple operates, freeing our employees to do what they do best: craft magical experiences for our customers.
You will be a member of Apple’s organization responsible for driving Generative AI and Data Platforms for Apple enterprise. The enterprise data warehouse manages petabytes of data, processes billions of rows of data to provide insights and enable informed business decisions. This team provides data analytics, machine learning, and data science solutions to various Apple business groups. Our team champions enterprise Generative AI by providing innovative platforms and solutions to transform how we work. We do this with an outstanding group of engineers, data scientists, engineering managers, and product and program managers.
AI & Data Platforms (AiDP) is IS&T's engine for AI-powered innovation. The team brings together data, application development, and machine learning - including generative AI - along with data services and customer success functions, to help IS&T build solutions more efficiently and streamline the adoption and embedding of generative AI across Apple.
Description
We are looking for an Engineering Project Manager (EPM), who will be instrumental in orchestrating the successful delivery of complex, cross-functional initiatives that drive significant business impact.
Are you a project manager that thrives on working on new technologies and fast-paced application and product development? Do you like to lead a multidisciplinary team working on the future of enterprise data analytics? Then we want to hear from you!","responsibilities":"You will be joining a team of highly-skilled and entrepreneurial team members working on groundbreaking and rapidly evolving technological transformation of a lifetime. You will lead large cross-functional platforms and solutions to deliver value to Apple teams.
Lead high visibility enterprise generative AI programs, responsible for roadmapping, establishing OKRs and reporting statuses to executives regularly and succinctly
Drive consensus across multiple groups with varying opinions & needs. Influence entire teams around a common purpose and drive conference on the plan of execution
Create and manage project schedules with clear dependencies, critical path and systematic methodology to communicate status
Contribute to product definition, identifying and understanding customer needs and priorities, and developing roadmap.
Build and run processes that allow for the maximum agility and adaptation across AiDP teams.
Build relationships across the AiDP organization and across Apple facilitate communication between cross-divisional groups around Apple.
Preferred Qualifications
Ideally, you have one-plus years experience exposure to AI or ML programs in an enterprise environment
Your ability to navigate ambiguity in a high-stakes, fast-moving environment with efficiency, discretion, integrity, and confidentiality is recognized by peers and teams
A self-motivated, independent, and proactive person with exceptional interpersonal skills; demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities; can quickly triage, prioritize, and lead under pressure.
Outstanding communication and presentation skills, written and verbal, to all levels of an organization.
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of industry experience in an engineering role.
2+ years of managing engineering programs, bringing multiple teams together and marching towards common objectives.
BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a technical related field, or international degree equivalent
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,500 and $263,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Data Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Meta28

- Apple18

- Google16

- TikTok USDS Joint Venture8

- Adobe6

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software52
- Electronics & Hardware14
- Consulting & Professional Services10
- Banking & Financial Services7
- Science & Research5
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in information management, computer science, or a closely related field
- Three or more years of experience managing relational databases and data pipelines
- Proficiency with SQL and at least one major cloud platform such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Experience with data governance frameworks, data quality standards, and compliance requirements
- Familiarity with California Consumer Privacy Act requirements and data privacy best practices
- Strong communication skills for presenting data findings to non-technical stakeholders
Data Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a data manager in California?
Most data manager roles in California require a bachelor's degree in information management, computer science, or a related field, though employers in healthcare often prefer candidates familiar with health informatics standards. California has no state-issued license specific to data management, but professionals working in healthcare data may pursue credentials such as the Registered Health Information Administrator through the American Health Information Management Association, which carries strong recognition among California hospital systems and health networks.
How much do data managers make in California?
Data managers in California earn a median of about $113,060 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,410 for the lowest 10% to over $178,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire data managers in California?
Employers hiring data managers in California right now include Meta, Apple, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of tech headquarters, large health systems, and entertainment studios means demand cuts across multiple industries rather than clustering in a single sector.
Which California cities have the most data manager jobs?
San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles have the most data manager openings in California. San Francisco leads because of its dense concentration of technology companies and financial services firms, Los Angeles draws significant volume from entertainment, healthcare, and media organizations, and San Diego's biotech and defense sectors generate consistent demand for professionals who manage research and operational data.
Are there remote data manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 57% of data manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how naturally the work fits a distributed environment. Roles focused on cloud data governance, analytics platform management, and enterprise data strategy tend to have the highest remote availability, while positions requiring hands-on database administration within regulated industries like healthcare are more likely to require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a data manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a data coordinator, data analyst, or junior database administrator role and building toward management from there. Large California employers like Kaiser Permanente, UC Health systems, and major tech firms in the Bay Area regularly hire associate-level candidates and offer internal advancement programs. A portfolio demonstrating SQL proficiency, a cloud certification from AWS or Google Cloud, or a health informatics credential gives candidates a measurable edge when competing for first-role openings.
Where can I find and apply to data manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to data manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer. No profile creation is required to view or apply to listings.
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