Development Manager Jobs in California

Development Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, life sciences, real estate development, and nonprofit sectors with openings at every level from associate development manager through senior director. The largest hiring markets are San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where anchor employers such as Salesforce, Kaiser Permanente, and Alexandria Real Estate Equities consistently recruit development managers across product, fundraising, and community development functions. California's most in-demand specialties include software product development management, clinical program development, and philanthropic development for large mission-driven organizations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles3,798+
Top employerAmazon
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring220
Work type73% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Micron Technology
Principal Business Development Manager
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Micron Technology
New 1h ago
Principal Business Development Manager
Micron Technology
San Jose, California
Partnerships & Business Development
Strategy & Corporate Development
Project & Program Management
Product Management
Business Development
Business Strategy
Project Management
$141k - $319k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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GreenbergFarrow
Development Manager
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GreenbergFarrow
New 6h ago
Development Manager
GreenbergFarrow
Newport Beach, California
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
Business Development
$100k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Structural Group
Business Development Manager
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Structural Group
New 19h ago
Business Development Manager
Structural Group
Los Angeles, California
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Account Management
Business Development
$100k - $125k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Amazon.com
Software Development Manager
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Amazon.com
Added 2d ago
Software Development Manager
Amazon.com
Santa Clara, California
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Program Management
DevOps
Cloud Engineering
$213k - $288k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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ZS Associates
Partner Development Manager
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ZS Associates
Added 3d ago
Partner Development Manager
ZS Associates
South San Francisco, California
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Project & Program Management
Business Development
Project Management
Account Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Development Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
912 jobs
Los Angeles
406 jobs
San Jose
275 jobs
Santa Clara
199 jobs
San Diego
170 jobs
Irvine
134 jobs
Sunnyvale
120 jobs
Mountain View
109 jobs
Cupertino
67 jobs

Development Manager Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon
    Amazon92
  • TikTok
    TikTok90
  • Apple
    Apple81
  • Google
    Google69
  • Adobe
    Adobe67

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software1,269
  • Consulting & Professional Services441
  • Electronics & Hardware322
  • Banking & Financial Services252
  • Manufacturing164

What California Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business, urban planning, public administration, or a related field required
  • Five or more years of progressive experience managing development projects or teams
  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams through full project lifecycles
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Salesforce, Jira, or equivalent platforms
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder and executive-level reporting
  • Experience working within California's regulatory environment including CEQA or applicable permitting processes

Development Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a development manager in California?

Most development manager roles in California require a bachelor's degree in a related field such as business administration, urban planning, computer science, or nonprofit management, followed by several years of hands-on project or program experience. California does not issue a single universal license for the title, but roles in real estate development may require a California real estate license through the Department of Real Estate, while construction-focused positions often expect a Project Management Professional credential or similar certification.

How much do development managers make in California?

Development managers in California earn a median of about $174,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $98,280 for the lowest 10% to over $303,680 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire development managers in California?

Employers hiring development managers in California right now include Amazon, TikTok, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, major health systems, and large nonprofit foundations means demand for development managers cuts across a wider range of industries here than in most other states.

Which California cities have the most development manager jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Jose currently have the most development manager openings in California. The distribution reflects the state's major economic clusters: the Bay Area's density of technology and venture-backed companies drives high volume in San Francisco, while Los Angeles concentrates hiring in entertainment, real estate, and large nonprofits, and San Diego's life sciences corridor generates steady demand for clinical and research development managers.

Are there remote development manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most management fields, because development management in technology and nonprofit sectors is heavily planning, communication, and systems-based work. About 27% of development manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the role's adaptability outside of construction or on-site project contexts. Strategic planning, donor relations, and product roadmap functions transfer most readily to distributed arrangements.

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

The most realistic entry path is through an adjacent coordinator or analyst role at a California employer who promotes from within. Large technology companies such as Salesforce and Adobe run associate program manager tracks designed for career changers and recent graduates, while major California health systems including Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health hire development associates for their foundation teams. Completing a Project Management Professional certification or a Certified Fund Raising Executive credential signals readiness and gives candidates a concrete edge over peers with similar work histories.

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

You can find and apply to development manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring for the role. Search by city or specialty to narrow results to positions that match your background, then apply directly to the roles that fit.

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