Field Sales Engineer Jobs in California
Field Sales Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in semiconductor equipment, industrial automation, medical devices, and enterprise technology hardware across the full range from entry-level application engineers through senior territory managers. The largest hiring centers are the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where established employers like Lam Research, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Cisco Systems maintain deep field sales operations. Demand is strongest for engineers who specialize in capital equipment sales, SaaS-adjacent hardware, and life sciences instrumentation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Field Sales Engineer – AI Data Center Networking (OEM Accounts)
Role Overview
This Field Sales Engineer (FSE) will be responsible for driving technical design wins and revenue growth for our next-generation AI and Data Center networking solutions within a Tier-1 System OEM account. In this role, you will act as both the trusted technical advisor and business leader to the OEM, driving continued growth for our joint Data Center networking partnership.
Key Responsibilities
- OEM Design Win Leadership: Partner with the global account team to secure complex technical design wins, embedding our networking silicon solutions into the OEM’s next-generation AI and Data Center Networking portfolios.
- AI Architecture Collaboration: Facilitate deep-dive technical workshops with OEM product managers and system architects to optimize our joint solutions.
- Joint GTM Technical Enablement: Enable the OEM’s internal systems engineers, solution architects, and sales teams to help drive downstream sales to tier 1 and tier 2 service providers.
- Internal Product Orchestration: Act as the vital link between the OEM's platform engineering teams and our internal Product Management and Engineering teams to align product roadmaps, feature requests, and hardware validation schedules.
- Supply Chain & Operations: Oversee complex supply chain, forecasting and demand planning.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Experience: 10+ years of experience in OEM Account Management, Technical Sales, or Field Application Engineering (FAE), with a proven track record of selling to or working within major hardware OEMs.
- Domain Expertise: Dedicated experience in AI data center networking architectures. Deep technical knowledge of server architecture, Ethernet switching, high-speed signal integrity, and optical interconnects.
- Track Record: Proven history of securing major component or subsystem design wins inside complex OEM server/networking/storage platforms.
- Network: Existing relationships within the engineering, architecture, or product management organizations of major enterprise systems OEMs are highly preferred.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional ability to bridge the gap between low-level hardware engineering and high-level business value; strong consultative problem-solving skills and experience navigating OEM platform release cycles.
- Education: B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (Master’s degree preferred).
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Compensation and Benefits
The On Target Earnings (OTE) range for this position is $168,800 - $270,000.
OTE includes Sales Incentive Commission in accordance with relevant plan documents and salary. In addition, as a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible to receive a competitive new hire equity grant and annual equity awards, directly connecting your success to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.
Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.
If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.
INTRODUCTION
Field Sales Engineer – AI Data Center Networking (OEM Accounts)
Role Overview
This Field Sales Engineer (FSE) will be responsible for driving technical design wins and revenue growth for our next-generation AI and Data Center networking solutions within a Tier-1 System OEM account. In this role, you will act as both the trusted technical advisor and business leader to the OEM, driving continued growth for our joint Data Center networking partnership.
Key Responsibilities
- OEM Design Win Leadership: Partner with the global account team to secure complex technical design wins, embedding our networking silicon solutions into the OEM’s next-generation AI and Data Center Networking portfolios.
- AI Architecture Collaboration: Facilitate deep-dive technical workshops with OEM product managers and system architects to optimize our joint solutions.
- Joint GTM Technical Enablement: Enable the OEM’s internal systems engineers, solution architects, and sales teams to help drive downstream sales to tier 1 and tier 2 service providers.
- Internal Product Orchestration: Act as the vital link between the OEM's platform engineering teams and our internal Product Management and Engineering teams to align product roadmaps, feature requests, and hardware validation schedules.
- Supply Chain & Operations: Oversee complex supply chain, forecasting and demand planning.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Experience: 10+ years of experience in OEM Account Management, Technical Sales, or Field Application Engineering (FAE), with a proven track record of selling to or working within major hardware OEMs.
- Domain Expertise: Dedicated experience in AI data center networking architectures. Deep technical knowledge of server architecture, Ethernet switching, high-speed signal integrity, and optical interconnects.
- Track Record: Proven history of securing major component or subsystem design wins inside complex OEM server/networking/storage platforms.
- Network: Existing relationships within the engineering, architecture, or product management organizations of major enterprise systems OEMs are highly preferred.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional ability to bridge the gap between low-level hardware engineering and high-level business value; strong consultative problem-solving skills and experience navigating OEM platform release cycles.
- Education: B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (Master’s degree preferred).
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Compensation and Benefits
The On Target Earnings (OTE) range for this position is $168,800 - $270,000.
OTE includes Sales Incentive Commission in accordance with relevant plan documents and salary. In addition, as a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible to receive a competitive new hire equity grant and annual equity awards, directly connecting your success to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.
Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.
If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.
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Field Sales Engineer Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Siemens4
- Baya Systems2
- Broadcom2
- Molex2
- Amax Engineering1
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware13
- Manufacturing7
- Aerospace & Defense3
- Energy3
- Technology & Software2
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in field sales engineer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, or a related technical discipline recognized in California
- Demonstrated ability to manage a defined sales territory across California accounts
- Hands-on experience with technical product demonstrations and proof-of-concept engagements
- Familiarity with California-based industries such as semiconductor, medtech, or enterprise IT
- Proficiency with CRM platforms and a disciplined pipeline management process
- Willingness to travel regularly within an assigned California region or multi-state territory
Field Sales Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a field sales engineer in California?
The standard path into field sales engineering in California starts with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related discipline, since California employers consistently use it as a baseline requirement. No state-issued license is required for the role itself. Most candidates build credibility through two to four years in a technical support, applications engineering, or inside sales role at a California manufacturer or technology company before moving into a field-facing position.
How much do field sales engineers make in California?
Field 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 field sales engineers in California?
Employers hiring field sales engineers in California right now include Siemens, Baya Systems, and Broadcom, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of semiconductor fabs, biotech campuses, and enterprise technology headquarters means the field sales engineering market here draws from some of the largest and most technically demanding employers in the country.
Which California cities have the most field sales engineer jobs?
San Jose, Fremont, and San Diego account for the largest share of field sales engineer openings in California. The Bay Area dominates because of its dense cluster of semiconductor, cloud hardware, and life sciences companies, while San Diego's strength in wireless technology and biomedical devices drives significant demand there, and Los Angeles anchors aerospace and industrial automation hiring in the south.
Are there remote field sales engineer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're limited. Field sales engineering is inherently a territory-based, customer-facing role that requires on-site product demonstrations, equipment installations, and in-person relationship management, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 23% of field sales engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. Where flexibility does exist, it tends to apply to pre-sales consulting and technical scoping calls rather than the hands-on field work.
How can I get hired as a field sales engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an applications engineer or technical sales support role at a California-based manufacturer or distributor, where you learn the product line and customer base before moving into a field quota-carrying position. Large California employers in semiconductor equipment and medical devices regularly bring on new graduates as sales development engineers or associate field application engineers. Earning a Certified Sales Professional designation or completing a manufacturer's sales certification gives candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to field sales engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to field sales engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries including semiconductor equipment, life sciences, enterprise technology, and industrial automation. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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