Director Of Demand Generation Jobs in California

Director Of Demand Generation jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in enterprise SaaS, fintech, and consumer technology sectors with demand at the senior director, VP, and head-of-demand levels. The largest hiring hubs are San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Salesforce, Adobe, and Qualcomm maintain established demand generation teams. The most sought-after specialties are account-based marketing leadership, pipeline analytics, and full-funnel campaign strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles25
Top employerCi&T
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring15
Work type47% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Genesys
Senior Demand Generation Operations Manager
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Senior Demand Generation Operations Manager
Genesys
California
Procurement & Purchasing
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
$131k - $230k/yr
Remote (US)
5,001-10,000

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TapClicks
Growth Architect / Demand Generation Hacker
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TapClicks
Added 1w ago
Growth Architect / Demand Generation Hacker
TapClicks
San Jose, California
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Cloud Architecture
Software Engineering
Solutions Architecture
51-200

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EPIC Kids
Demand Generation Manager - Epic School Plus (Contract)
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Demand Generation Manager - Epic School Plus (Contract)
EPIC Kids
San Jose, California
Business Strategy
Data Analytics
Data Science
$40 - $60/hr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in communications

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Ci&T
[Job-28760] B2B Demand Generation Manager
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[Job-28760] B2B Demand Generation Manager
Ci&T
San Francisco, California
Brand Marketing
Event Planning
Marketing
$147k - $155k/yr
Remote (US)
5,001-10,000

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Tesla
Demand Generation Manager, Tesla Energy
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Demand Generation Manager, Tesla Energy
Tesla
Palo Alto, California
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$88k - $162k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in communications
10,000+

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Director Of Demand Generation Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
9 jobs
San Jose
2 jobs
Irvine
1 job
Oakland
1 job
Carlsbad
1 job
Cupertino
1 job
Los Altos
1 job
Palo Alto
1 job
San Mateo
1 job

Director Of Demand Generation Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

Ci&T
Ci&T1 open role
Apple
Apple1 open role
Pendo
Pendo1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Manufacturing
  • Renewable Energy
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Banking & Financial Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in director of demand generation jobs across California.

  • Eight or more years of B2B demand generation experience with at least three in a leadership role
  • Demonstrated ability to build and manage pipeline programs tied to measurable revenue outcomes
  • Deep expertise with marketing automation platforms such as Marketo, HubSpot, or Pardot
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams across paid media, content, and marketing operations
  • Proficiency in CRM and attribution tools including Salesforce, Bizible, or similar platforms
  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field from an accredited institution

Director Of Demand Generation Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a director of demand generation in California?

The director of demand generation role has no state-issued license or California-specific credential requirement. Most California employers expect a progression from marketing manager or demand generation manager roles through increasing ownership of pipeline targets, team management, and cross-channel strategy. A bachelor's degree in marketing or business is the standard baseline, and certifications from platforms like Marketo or Google are common differentiators among candidates competing for roles at California's technology and enterprise software companies.

Which companies hire director of demand generations in California?

California director of demand generation roles are posted by Ci&T, Apple, and Pendo and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. California's density of enterprise SaaS, cloud infrastructure, and fintech headquarters means ongoing demand from established teams that have budget and pipeline goals tied to dedicated demand generation leadership.

Which California cities have the most director of demand generation jobs?

San Francisco, San Jose, and California account for the largest share of director of demand generation openings in California. San Francisco leads because of its concentration of enterprise SaaS and cloud company headquarters, Los Angeles draws from a broad mix of media, e-commerce, and health tech employers, and San Diego's biotech and defense technology sectors generate steady demand for senior marketing leadership roles.

Are there remote director of demand generation jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 80% of director of demand generation openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytically driven nature of the role. Strategic planning, campaign oversight, and performance reporting translate well to remote work, while some companies require on-site presence for cross-functional leadership and executive alignment.

How can I get hired as a director of demand generation in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving from a marketing operations manager or demand generation manager role into a director position once you've owned a pipeline number directly. California technology companies including mid-stage SaaS firms in the Bay Area and Los Angeles frequently promote from within or hire from adjacent roles like growth marketing or product marketing. Building a portfolio of measurable pipeline contribution, earning a Marketo Certified Expert credential, and targeting companies with defined marketing leadership tracks accelerates the transition.

Where can I find and apply to director of demand generation jobs in California?

You can find and apply to director of demand generation jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and hiring companies. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.

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