Software Asset Management Jobs in California
Software Asset Management jobs in California are in strong demand, concentrated in the technology, enterprise software, and financial services sectors, with openings at every level from analyst through senior SAM architect. The largest hiring markets are San Jose, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, where companies like Salesforce, Oracle, and Kaiser Permanente maintain significant California operations and regularly bring on software asset management professionals. The most in-demand specialties include software license compliance, SaaS spend optimization, and IT asset lifecycle management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Goldman Sachs, Asset & Wealth Management
Private Wealth Management | Los Angeles, CA
Administrative Assistant
Job Summary & Responsibilities:
- Provides dedicated administrative support to Top Private Wealth Advisors within the growing Los Angeles Region of Private Wealth Management in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment
- Maintains complex and extremely detailed calendars, including senior-level internal/external meetings and conference calls; prioritizes meeting requests and coordinates related logistics (including conference rooms, conferencing, and catering as needed).
- Handles highly confidential and sensitive client information with the utmost discretion.
- Manages a high volume of phone calls and interacts with high-level business leaders and clients in a professional and effective manner.
- Coordinates logistics for PWM client calls & meetings, including scheduling, materials preparation, and day-of support.
- Coordinates a high volume of domestic and international travel arrangements, including visa procurement; processes expense reports accordingly and in a timely manner.
- Prepares and distributes correspondence, agendas, letters, reports or other documents as requested.
- Supports the onboarding of new hires with the Business Unit Manager across the region.
- Supports general office administrative duties (ticket distribution, copying, filing, faxing, archiving, supplies, etc), ad-hoc projects, facilities management and/or event planning as requested.
- Organizes and ships materials to clients as needed; tracks delivery and confirms receipt when appropriate.
- Partners with conference, catering, and other event vendors to support client engagements as needed.
- Maintains understanding of firm policies and can handle certain issues independently.
Qualifications:
- Experience supporting high level executive(s) in a complex environment, preferably in financial services, private sector or government.
- Ability to exercise excellent judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential material or handling highly sensitive information.
- Requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written & verbal), with a consistently professional presence.
- Extreme attention to detail and organizational skills, with ability to prioritize tasks.
- Quick learner and self-starter who anticipates needs and plans ahead.
- Proactive problem solver and independent thinker with strong follow-through; appropriately escalates and closes loops as needed.
- Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining high standards, adapt to unexpected events, prioritize and multi-task in a dynamic but deadline driven environment.
- Highest degree of integrity, professionalism, and diplomacy is required.
- Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook is required.
- Familiar with expense platforms such as SAP Concur
- Supportive team player with a positive attitude.
- Ideal candidate has at least 5+ years of experience.
Candidate must be located in the Los Angeles area as this role is fully onsite in our Los Angeles GS Office.
Salary Range
The expected base salary for this Los Angeles, CA, United States-based position is $65000-$110000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.
Benefits
Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software asset management jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field required
- Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) or IAITAM certification strongly preferred by California employers
- Experience with major SAM tools such as ServiceNow, Flexera, or Snow Software
- Demonstrated knowledge of software license agreements, compliance audits, and vendor management
- Familiarity with SaaS subscription management and cloud licensing models including Microsoft, Adobe, and AWS
- Strong analytical and reporting skills using Excel, Power BI, or similar data tools
Software Asset Management Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a software asset management in California?
A bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or business is the standard starting point for software asset management roles in California. There is no state-issued license required, but earning the Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM) credential through IAITAM is widely recognized by California technology employers as the field's benchmark certification. Most California hiring managers also look for hands-on experience with enterprise SAM platforms and familiarity with software license compliance frameworks before extending offers.
Which companies hire software asset managements in California?
Employers hiring software asset managements in California right now include KPMG, JPMorganChase, and PwC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of enterprise technology headquarters, large healthcare systems, and financial institutions makes it one of the more active states for ongoing software asset management recruitment.
Which California cities have the most software asset management jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego account for the highest concentration of software asset management openings in California. The Bay Area's density of enterprise software companies and tech headquarters drives the strongest volume, while Los Angeles draws demand from entertainment, aerospace, and healthcare organizations that maintain large software portfolios requiring active license management and compliance oversight.
Are there remote software asset management jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields, because software asset management is inherently an analytical and systems-based role that does not require a physical presence. About 63% of software asset management openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how well the work translates to distributed teams. License compliance analysis, SaaS optimization, and vendor reporting are the functions most commonly offered on a fully remote basis.
How can I get hired as a software asset management in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an IT helpdesk, IT procurement, or systems administrator role at a mid-size or large California employer, then transitioning into asset management as you gain exposure to software inventory and vendor contracts. California technology companies and large healthcare systems like Kaiser Permanente often hire junior IT operations staff who move laterally into SAM roles. Earning the IAITAM Foundation certification and building familiarity with tools like ServiceNow ITAM or Flexera significantly strengthens an application with limited direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to software asset management jobs in California?
You can find and apply to software asset management jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and experience levels. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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