Full Stack Product Engineer Jobs in California
Full Stack Product Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, fintech, enterprise software, and consumer applications, with openings at every level from junior engineer through staff and principal. The largest hiring metros are San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where established employers like Google, Salesforce, and Intuit consistently staff full stack product teams. The most in-demand specialties in California listings include React and Node.js development, API design, and cloud-native product engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive and iterative delivery environment? At Capital One, you'll be part of a big group of makers, breakers, doers and disruptors who solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Full-stack Software Engineers who are passionate about leveraging cutting-edge open source frameworks and emerging technologies. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of driving a major transformation across Capital One.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with deep experience in distributed microservices, and full stack systems to create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company
- Share your passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting with and learning new technologies, participating in internal & external technology communities, mentoring other members of the engineering community
- Collaborate with digital product managers, and deliver robust cloud-based solutions that drive powerful experiences to help millions of Americans achieve financial empowerment
- Utilize programming languages like Java, Scala, Python, Go, Node.js, JavaScript and TypeScript, Open Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of AWS tools and services
- Provide technical leadership and direction across Agile teams, setting standards for design, development, and operational excellence
- Partner with architects to define service boundaries, integration patterns, and reusable frameworks
- Proactively identify areas for improvement, implementing targeted refactoring and contributing to efforts that reduce technical debt and enhance system performance
- Influence long-term technology strategy through evaluation of emerging tools and practices in a ‘you build it, you own it’ environment
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science or a related quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Engineering)
- At least 4 years of experience in software engineering (Internship experience does not apply)
- At least 2 years of experience with public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), cloud-based productivity tools, or virtualization technologies
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field
- 7+ years of experience coding with more than two of the following: Go, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Rust, C#, Scala
- 3+ years of experience with database and database management systems
- 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or cloud-based productivity tools or virtualization technologies
- 4+ years of experience contributing to open source frameworks
- 3+ years of experience with front-end JavaScript or TypeScript frameworks
- 4+ years of experience creating synchronous and asynchronous APIs
- 3+ years of experience with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automated testing frameworks
- 3+ years of experience using Git-based version-control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub, Bitbucket)
- 3+ years of experience troubleshooting technical issues within cloud environments
- Experience leveraging modern AI-based coding tools and IDE copilots
- 1+ year of experience mentoring engineers and driving professional development within technical teams
- 1+ year of experience leveraging observability to identify and optimize performance bottlenecks in distributed systems
- Experience with interactive AI tooling to accelerate productivity, utilizing capabilities beyond basic code completion
- Experience leading cross-functional engineering efforts or large-scale technical initiatives
- Experience establishing and enforcing coding standards and design patterns across teams
At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (e.g. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-3, and O-1, or any other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.
Sales Territory: $179,400 - $204,700 for Full-stack Engineer 4Cambridge, MA: $197,300 - $225,100 for Full-stack Engineer 4
McLean, VA: $197,300 - $225,100 for Full-stack Engineer 4
New York, NY: $215,200 - $245,600 for Full-stack Engineer 4
San Jose, CA: $215,200 - $245,600 for Full-stack Engineer 4
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.
Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.
This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com
Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.
Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in full stack product engineer jobs across California.
- Proficiency in a full stack JavaScript framework such as React, Angular, or Vue
- Experience building and consuming RESTful or GraphQL APIs in production environments
- Hands-on work with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure
- Demonstrated ability to ship product features end-to-end across frontend and backend layers
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, version control via Git, and agile development workflows
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
Full Stack Product Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a full stack product engineer in California?
Full stack product engineering in California has no state-issued license, so the path runs through education and demonstrated product experience. Most California employers look for a bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering, though strong candidates also come from accredited coding programs at institutions like UC Berkeley Extension or General Assembly's San Francisco campus. Building a portfolio of shipped product work, contributing to open-source projects, and completing internships at California technology companies are the most effective ways to enter the field.
How much do full stack product engineers make in California?
Full stack product engineers in California earn a median of about $174,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $105,060 for the lowest 10% to over $272,670 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire full stack product engineers in California?
Employers hiring full stack product engineers in California right now include OpenAI, Discord, and Capital One, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's density of technology headquarters and high-growth startups, particularly in the Bay Area and Los Angeles, keeps demand for full stack product engineering talent consistently high across both established firms and venture-backed companies.
Which California cities have the most full stack product engineer jobs?
San Francisco, San Jose, and California have the most full stack product engineer openings in California. San Francisco and the broader Bay Area dominate because of their concentration of technology headquarters and enterprise software companies, while Los Angeles draws significant volume from its fast-growing fintech, media technology, and e-commerce sectors, and San Diego's defense technology and biotech software ecosystem generates steady demand.
Are there remote full stack product engineer jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 62% of full stack product engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how naturally the role fits distributed work. The parts of the role most often offered remotely are feature development, API integration, and frontend engineering, while roles that require close collaboration with hardware or on-site product teams tend to stay in-office.
How can I get hired as a full stack product engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a junior or associate software engineering role, then demonstrating full stack contributions within the first year. Large California employers like Salesforce, Intuit, and Oracle run new-graduate rotational and associate engineer programs specifically built for candidates without industry experience. Lateral moves from quality assurance engineering, technical support, or front-end development are common. A portfolio showing end-to-end product features, combined with open-source contributions verified on GitHub, consistently gives California candidates an edge in entry-level screening.
Where can I find and apply to full stack product engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to full stack product engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Find a role that fits and apply directly from the listing.
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