Enterprise Sales Engineer Jobs in California

Enterprise Sales Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and hardware, with openings at every level from associate through principal and staff engineer. The largest hiring hubs are San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles, where companies like Salesforce, Cisco, and Oracle maintain major California presences and consistently recruit for this role. Demand is especially strong in technical sales covering SaaS platforms, networking solutions, and AI-driven tooling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles130+
Top employerEsri
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring26
Work type49% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Sr. Software Engineer, Security Server Applications, Enterprise Technology Services
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Sr. Software Engineer, Security Server Applications, Enterprise Technology Services
Apple
Sunnyvale, California
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$185k - $278k/yr
10,000+

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Sr. Site Reliability Engineer, Enterprise Technology Services
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Sr. Site Reliability Engineer, Enterprise Technology Services
Apple
Sunnyvale, California
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$185k - $278k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Security Server Application Engineer, Enterprise Technology Services
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Security Server Application Engineer, Enterprise Technology Services
Apple
Sunnyvale, California
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$150k - $225k/yr
10,000+

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Enterprise Solutions Engineer - SoCal
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Enterprise Solutions Engineer - SoCal
NetApp
Los Angeles, California
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$197k - $255k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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Enterprise Sales Engineer
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Enterprise Sales Engineer
Box
Los Angeles, California
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$193k - $241k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Enterprise Sales Engineer Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Redlands
12 jobs
San Jose
11 jobs
Los Angeles
10 jobs
Sunnyvale
7 jobs
Palo Alto
6 jobs
San Diego
4 jobs
San Mateo
4 jobs
Santa Clara
4 jobs

Enterprise Sales Engineer Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • Esri10
  • OpenAI7
  • Google6
  • Handshake5
  • Anthropic4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software22
  • Energy2
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
  • Automotive1
  • Cybersecurity1

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in enterprise sales engineer jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
  • Five or more years of enterprise software or technology sales engineering experience
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver technical product demonstrations to C-level audiences
  • Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce and enterprise solution architectures
  • Experience working cross-functionally with product, engineering, and account teams
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for complex technical proposals

Enterprise Sales Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a enterprise sales engineer in California?

Most enterprise sales engineers in California enter through a technical undergraduate degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or information systems, followed by experience in a technical or customer-facing role such as solutions architect, systems engineer, or software developer. California employers, particularly in the Bay Area and Los Angeles tech corridors, typically look for candidates who can bridge deep product knowledge with a consultative sales approach. No state-issued license is required, but vendor certifications from companies like Salesforce, Cisco, or AWS carry real weight in California hiring decisions.

How much do enterprise sales engineers make in California?

Enterprise sales engineers in California earn a median of about $139,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,850 for the lowest 10% to over $213,370 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire enterprise sales engineers in California?

Employers hiring enterprise sales engineers in California right now include Esri, OpenAI, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's density of enterprise software headquarters and regional offices for global technology firms means hiring stays active year-round across both established companies and fast-growing scale-ups.

Which California cities have the most enterprise sales engineer jobs?

San Francisco, Redlands, and San Jose account for the most enterprise sales engineer openings in California. San Francisco and San Jose dominate because of the Bay Area's concentration of enterprise software and cloud infrastructure companies, while Los Angeles reflects growing demand from media technology, fintech, and healthcare IT firms that have expanded their enterprise sales teams in Southern California.

Are there remote enterprise sales engineer jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most technical roles. About 63% of enterprise sales engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves digital product demonstrations and virtual discovery calls. The portions most commonly performed remotely are pre-sales technical presentations and proposal development, while on-site client visits and executive briefings tend to require in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a enterprise sales engineer in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a technical support, solutions consultant, or junior systems engineer role at a California-based technology company. Large employers like Salesforce, Cisco, and ServiceNow run associate or development programs in California that place candidates with strong technical foundations into pre-sales tracks with structured mentorship. Building a portfolio of sandbox product demonstrations and earning a vendor certification, such as a Salesforce Certified Technical Architect associate credential, provides a concrete signal of readiness that California hiring managers recognize.

Where can I find and apply to enterprise sales engineer jobs in California?

You can find and apply to enterprise sales engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and target location, and apply directly to each position through the listing.

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