Learning Development Manager Jobs in California

Learning Development Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, healthcare, financial services, and entertainment, with openings at every level from program coordinator to director. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego account for the largest share of postings, and established employers like Kaiser Permanente, Apple, and Salesforce maintain consistent learning and development functions across the state. Instructional design, leadership development, and learning technology integration are the most sought-after specialties right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles268+
Top employerCHANEL
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring87
Work type80% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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KARL STORZ
Regional Learning and Development Manager
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KARL STORZ
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Regional Learning and Development Manager
KARL STORZ
El Segundo, California
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Human Resources
Learning & Development
Corporate Training
$102k - $132k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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RIDE Mobility
Learning and Development Manager
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RIDE Mobility
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Learning and Development Manager
RIDE Mobility
Lancaster, California
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Corporate Training
Instructional Design
$90k - $120k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Brio Water Technology, Inc.
Talent Development & Learning Manager
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Brio Water Technology, Inc.
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Talent Development & Learning Manager
Brio Water Technology, Inc.
Glendale, California
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Project & Program Management
Learning & Development
Project Management
$125k - $140k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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Coinbase
Sr. Program Manager, Learning & Development
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Coinbase
Added 2w ago
Sr. Program Manager, Learning & Development
Coinbase
San Francisco, California
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Project & Program Management
Learning & Development
Program Management
$166k - $196k/yr
Hybrid
None

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Zoox
Manager, Learning & Development
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Zoox
Added 1mo ago
Manager, Learning & Development
Zoox
Foster City, California
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
$184k - $221k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Learning Development Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
68 jobs
San Diego
17 jobs
Santa Clara
13 jobs
Los Angeles
12 jobs
San Jose
10 jobs
Mountain View
9 jobs
Irvine
8 jobs
San Mateo
6 jobs
Sunnyvale
6 jobs

Learning Development Manager Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • CHANEL
    CHANEL10
  • Adobe
    Adobe9
  • Rippling
    Rippling7
  • Amazon
    Amazon5
  • Intuit
    Intuit5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software94
  • Healthcare & Medical Services19
  • Education15
  • Electronics & Hardware14
  • Medical Devices13

What California Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in education, organizational development, instructional design, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience designing and delivering enterprise-wide training programs or curricula
  • Proficiency with learning management systems such as Workday Learning, Cornerstone, or SAP SuccessFactors
  • Strong project management skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams across large California organizations
  • Experience applying adult learning theory and instructional design frameworks like ADDIE or SAM
  • Familiarity with e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, or similar platforms

Learning Development Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a learning development manager in California?

Most California employers require a bachelor's degree in instructional design, organizational development, human resources, or education, with a master's degree preferred at larger companies. California has no state-issued license for this role, but certifications such as the ATD Certified Professional in Talent Development or the CPLP credential meaningfully strengthen applications. The typical path moves from training coordinator or instructional designer roles into management, often within large California technology, healthcare, or financial services organizations.

How much do learning development managers make in California?

Learning development managers in California earn a median of about $156,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $96,900 for the lowest 10% to over $274,960 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire learning development managers in California?

Employers hiring learning development managers in California right now include CHANEL, Adobe, and Rippling, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of large technology headquarters, major health systems, and global financial institutions means demand for learning development managers remains steady throughout the year.

Which California cities have the most learning development manager jobs?

San Francisco, San Diego, and Santa Clara have the most learning development manager openings in California right now. The distribution reflects the state's major economic centers: the San Francisco Bay Area's density of technology headquarters, Los Angeles's mix of entertainment studios and healthcare systems, and San Diego's growing biotech and defense sectors all generate consistent demand for professionals who can build and scale learning programs.

Are there remote learning development manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 20% of learning development manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how much of the work, including curriculum design, LMS administration, and virtual facilitation, can be done fully online. Roles that involve in-person onboarding programs or hands-on leadership workshops are more likely to require on-site presence at least part of the week.

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

The most realistic entry path is securing a training coordinator, learning specialist, or instructional designer role first, then moving into management after building a portfolio of programs. Large California employers like Kaiser Permanente, Wells Fargo, and major UC system campuses run rotational HR and talent development programs that accept candidates with limited direct experience. A completed ATD certification or a strong portfolio of e-learning modules built with Articulate or Adobe Captivate can substitute meaningfully for years of experience in California hiring conversations.

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

You can find and apply to learning development manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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