Solution Engineer Jobs in California
Solution Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and semiconductor technology across every level from associate to principal. The heaviest hiring happens in San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles, where companies like Salesforce, Cisco, and Oracle have deep California roots and consistently post solution engineer openings. In-demand specialties include cloud solutions, pre-sales engineering, and systems integration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Salesforce is looking for a motivated Platform Solution Engineer to join our extremely talented Pre-Sales Solution Engineering team, who are instrumental to MuleSoft’s growth.
As a Platform Solution Engineer , you will be the trusted technical expert in showing and proving how the Anypoint Platform can meet the customers technical requirements. You will partner closely with Account Solution Engineers and Account Executives to qualify sales opportunities using your technical and product expertise throughout the end-to-end sales cycle. You will be an integral part of the success for our customers by performing technical discovery qualification, making architectural recommendations for the solution, building complex product demonstrations and POCs.
As a passionate technologist and customer advocate, you will connect the dots between the technical solution to business value for the customer.
These are the core skills you’ll need to be successful:
- 4 years or more in solutions architecture, pre-sales engineering or technical consulting for enterprise software, with time spent on the selling side of complex deals.
- A passion for technology and translating that passion into business impact for customers
- Excellent verbal communication, presentation abilities and composure in front of all levels of technical audiences
- Hands-on application development experience in Java, API, cloud-native application development either in an enterprise environment
- Working knowledge of cloud technologies - iPaaS, SaaS applications, cloud infrastructure, etc. is preferred
- Experience of scoping, managing and building complex Proof of Concepts (PoCs) and responding to functional & technical elements of RFIs/RFPs independently and effectively
- Current hands on experience with some or all of the following: middleware, integration architecture patterns, enterprise messaging patterns, cloud platforms i.e., hyperscalers, APIs, AI technologies like LLMs.
- Hands-on depth in at least one of AWS, Azure or Google Cloud, and in enterprise integration: APIs, identity and single sign-on, data platforms and networking.
- A working understanding of large language models, retrieval, and how AI agents are built, orchestrated and governed in production.
- Experience with SaaS, private cloud and on-premises deployment, and the trade-offs a client weighs between them. The ability to draw an architecture and explain it to a CIO, a CISO and an engineer in the same meeting, and to write a clear technical answer to a deadline.
What you’ll achieve:
3 months:
- Become certified in MuleSoft’s Developer trainings
- Complete MuleSoft’s sales onboarding program
- Begin to build your architecture reframe and whiteboarding skills through shadowing and customer-scenario role playing
- Create a demonstration on a MuleSoft technical topic of interest
6 months:
- Become certified in all Product, Architecture, and Sales Messaging trainings
- Deliver product presentations and demonstrations that are tailored to the client’s technical requirements and audience
- Develop Proofs of Concept (PoCs) as part of an account team to demonstrate the art of the possible
- Put all the pieces together to “perfect your craft” by helping to close deals
12 months:
- Participate in the continuous improvement of MuleSoft products by making technical contributions and by providing feedback from the field to Product Marketing and Engineering
- Partner with the Account team on account planning and strategy and support marketing with evangelism activities (writing blogs, participating in demo-driven webinars, speaking at industry events, etc.)
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The typical base salary range for this position is $113,330 - $180,250 annually

There is a different range applicable to specific work locations. In California and New York, and select cities in the metropolitan areas of Boston, Chicago, Seattle, and Washington DC, the base pay range for this role in those locations is $124,670 - $198,170 per year. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.See All 49 Solution Engineer Jobs in California
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in solution engineer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with enterprise software platforms or cloud infrastructure solutions
- Proven ability to deliver technical product demonstrations to enterprise customers
- Strong communication skills for translating complex technical concepts to business audiences
- Familiarity with CRM or CPQ tools commonly used in California technology sales cycles
- Relevant vendor certifications such as AWS, Salesforce, or Cisco preferred by California employers
Solution Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a solution engineer in California?
Most solution engineer roles in California require a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or engineering, though some employers accept equivalent technical experience. California does not require a state-issued license for this role. The typical path is through a technical support, systems analyst, or software developer position, followed by a move into pre-sales or solutions consulting. Earning a vendor certification from Salesforce, AWS, or Cisco strengthens a candidate's profile significantly with California employers.
How much do solution engineers make in California?
Solution 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 solution engineers in California?
Employers hiring solution engineers in California right now include Salesforce, TikTok, and Snowflake, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's dense concentration of enterprise software headquarters and regional offices means hiring activity is consistent year-round, particularly in the Bay Area and Greater Los Angeles technology corridors.
Which California cities have the most solution engineer jobs?
San Jose, San Francisco, and Menlo Park account for the most solution engineer openings in California. San Francisco and San Jose dominate because of the Bay Area's concentration of enterprise software and cloud technology headquarters, while Los Angeles reflects a growing enterprise technology market anchored by media, aerospace, and fintech companies that rely heavily on solutions-oriented technical staff.
Are there remote solution engineer jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most technical roles, since a significant portion of solution engineer work involves remote product demonstrations, virtual customer discovery calls, and cloud-based collaboration. About 50% of solution engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well the pre-sales cycle translates to distributed work. The most remote-friendly parts of the role are customer presentations and proof-of-concept delivery, while onsite presence is sometimes expected for enterprise account kickoffs.
How can I get hired as a solution engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a technical support or inside sales role at a California enterprise software company, where exposure to product demonstrations and customer workflows builds the foundation for a solutions role. Companies like Salesforce, ServiceNow, and Cisco run associate solutions engineer and sales development programs at their California offices that accept recent graduates. A relevant vendor certification and a portfolio of demo environments or technical write-ups can close the experience gap when applying to these programs.
Where can I find and apply to solution engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to solution engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring. Find a role that fits and apply directly through the listing.
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