Quality Assurance Associate Jobs in California

Quality Assurance Associate jobs in California are concentrated in the state's pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, food and beverage, and technology manufacturing sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level inspector through senior QA specialist. The highest volume of hiring centers on the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where companies like Genentech, Abbott, and Thermo Fisher Scientific maintain major California operations. The most in-demand specialties are GMP compliance, software QA testing, and regulated industries quality systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles189+
Top employerEvalve
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring47
Work type81% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Aditi Consulting
QA Associate
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Aditi Consulting
Added 3w ago
QA Associate
Aditi Consulting
San Diego, California
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$33.00 - $33.00/hr
On-Site
Associate's

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BD
Quality Assurance Associate
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BD
Added 1mo ago
Quality Assurance Associate
BD
Temecula, California
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$81k - $133k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
In Process QA Associate
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Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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In Process QA Associate
Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Sacramento, California
Quality Control
Compliance & Legal
Manufacturing Operations
Compliance & Risk
$70k - $80k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
In Process QA Associate
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Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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In Process QA Associate
Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Sacramento, California
Quality Control
Compliance & Legal
Healthcare Administration
Compliance & Risk
$70k - $80k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Exelixis
Associate QA Operations Director
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Added 6d ago
Associate QA Operations Director
Exelixis
Alameda, California
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
$176k - $251k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Quality Assurance Associate Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
18 jobs
San Diego
17 jobs
Santa Clara
15 jobs
Alameda
13 jobs
San Jose
13 jobs
Los Angeles
11 jobs
Redwood City
8 jobs
Sunnyvale
8 jobs
Milpitas
7 jobs

Quality Assurance Associate Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • Evalve
    Evalve7
  • Revolution Medicines
    Revolution Medicines7
  • E-Technologies Group
    E-Technologies Group6
  • Palo Alto Networks
    Palo Alto Networks6
  • Broadcom
    Broadcom5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software64
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals39
  • Electronics & Hardware19
  • Manufacturing18
  • Healthcare & Medical Services9

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance associate jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, chemistry, engineering, or a related technical field
  • Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and FDA regulatory requirements
  • Experience with quality management systems such as ISO 13485 or ISO 9001
  • Proficiency reviewing documentation, writing deviation reports, and completing CAPAs
  • Familiarity with software QA tools, test case writing, or automated testing frameworks
  • Strong written communication skills for audit-ready records and compliance reporting

Quality Assurance Associate Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality assurance associate in California?

Most quality assurance associate roles in California require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as biology, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or engineering, and no state-issued license is required for the role itself. Employers in California's regulated industries, particularly biotech and medical devices, prioritize candidates with coursework or hands-on lab experience in quality systems, GMP principles, or software testing methodologies depending on the sector they are hiring for.

How much do quality assurance associates make in California?

Quality assurance associates in California earn a median of about $128,740 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,890 for the lowest 10% to over $201,070 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire quality assurance associates in California?

Employers hiring quality assurance associates in California right now include Evalve, Revolution Medicines, and E-Technologies Group, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's dense concentration of FDA-regulated biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies means hiring is sustained across the state year-round, especially in the Bay Area and San Diego corridors.

Which California cities have the most quality assurance associate jobs?

San Francisco, San Diego, and Santa Clara consistently post the most quality assurance associate openings in California. The Bay Area leads because of its concentration of biotech and pharmaceutical headquarters, San Diego's volume reflects its established life sciences cluster anchored by firms along the Torrey Pines corridor, and Los Angeles draws from a mix of aerospace, food manufacturing, and medical device companies spread across the greater metro.

Are there remote quality assurance associate jobs in California?

Yes, but they're limited, because much of the role involves hands-on inspection, document control in regulated environments, and in-person audit support that requires being on site. About 19% of quality assurance associate openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in software QA, test documentation, and systems compliance functions rather than manufacturing floor or laboratory settings.

How can I get hired as a quality assurance associate in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an internship or contract role at one of California's large pharmaceutical or biotech employers, many of which run structured new-grad programs specifically designed to develop QA talent from scratch. Companies like Genentech, Gilead, and Edwards Lifesciences hire associate-level candidates who hold relevant degrees even without prior QA titles, and roles such as manufacturing technician, laboratory assistant, or quality control analyst are common stepping stones. A certificate in GMP fundamentals or completion of an ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate credential strengthens any application significantly.

Where can I find and apply to quality assurance associate jobs in California?

You can find and apply to quality assurance associate jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly without creating a profile or signing up first.

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