Solutions Engineering Manager Jobs in California

Solutions Engineering Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with demand concentrated in enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and semiconductor technology across companies at every level from team lead to senior director. San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles are the largest hiring metros, home to anchor employers like Salesforce, Cisco, and Google that consistently maintain solutions engineering organizations. Pre-sales architecture, technical account management, and cloud solutions specializations see the most consistent demand. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerApple
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring10
Work type57% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Apple
Engineering Project Manager (Payments & Financial Eng), G&A Solutions Engineering (GSE)
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Engineering Project Manager (Payments & Financial Eng), G&A Solutions Engineering (GSE)
Apple
Sunnyvale, California
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
$145k - $218k/yr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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JPMorganChase
AI/ML Solutions Manager of Software Engineering
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AI/ML Solutions Manager of Software Engineering
JPMorganChase
Palo Alto, California
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Sales
$157k - $215k/yr
10,000+

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Marvell Technology
HSIO Test Solutions Engineering Lead
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HSIO Test Solutions Engineering Lead
Marvell Technology
Irvine, California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$138k - $205k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
5,001-10,000

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NVIDIA
Senior AI Solutions Architect - Industrial Engineering
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Senior AI Solutions Architect - Industrial Engineering
NVIDIA
California
Laboratory Research
Physics & Space Science
Research & Academia
$184k - $288k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Marvell Technology
Director, Test Solutions Engineering Manager (West Coast Region)
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Director, Test Solutions Engineering Manager (West Coast Region)
Marvell Technology
Santa Clara, California
Business Strategy
Data Analytics
Data Science
$185k - $278k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
5,001-10,000

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Solutions Engineering Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
8 jobs
Sunnyvale
4 jobs
Santa Clara
3 jobs
Irvine
1 job
Fremont
1 job
Redlands
1 job
San Jose
1 job
Cupertino
1 job
Palo Alto
1 job

Solutions Engineering Manager Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

Apple
Apple3 open roles
Amazon
Amazon2 open roles
Marvell Technology
Marvell Technology2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Retail
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in solutions engineering manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a closely related technical field
  • Five or more years of solutions engineering or pre-sales technical experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing and developing a team of solutions engineers
  • Hands-on expertise with enterprise software platforms, cloud infrastructure, or SaaS products
  • Strong track of translating complex technical concepts for executive and non-technical audiences
  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally with sales, product, and customer success teams

Solutions Engineering Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a solutions engineering manager in California?

Most solutions engineering managers in California move into the role after several years as an individual-contributor solutions engineer or sales engineer at a California-based technology company. There is no state-issued license required for this role. Employers typically expect a bachelor's degree in a technical field, internal promotion readiness, and demonstrated ability to coach a team. Completing a management certificate through a California community college or University of California extension program can strengthen a first-time manager candidacy.

How much do solutions engineering managers make in California?

Solutions engineering managers in California earn a median of about $210,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $137,900 for the lowest 10% to over $296,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire solutions engineering managers in California?

Employers hiring solutions engineering managers in California right now include Apple, Amazon, and Marvell Technology, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of enterprise software headquarters and hyperscale cloud providers means openings appear across a wide range of company sizes, from Series B startups in San Francisco to publicly traded firms in Silicon Valley and Los Angeles.

Which California cities have the most solutions engineering manager jobs?

The cities with the most solutions engineering manager openings in California are San Francisco, Sunnyvale, and Santa Clara. The distribution reflects California's technology industry geography, with Silicon Valley and San Francisco anchoring the largest share of enterprise software and cloud companies, while Los Angeles draws openings from its growing base of media technology, fintech, and cybersecurity employers.

Are there remote solutions engineering manager jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields, because solutions engineering work is desk-based and conducted largely through video calls, demos, and digital collaboration tools. About 71% of solutions engineering manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how normalized distributed teams have become in California's technology sector. The parts of the role most suited to remote work are pipeline reviews, team coaching, and customer discovery calls.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving into a solutions engineering manager role from a senior individual-contributor position as a solutions engineer, sales engineer, or technical account manager at a California-based company. Large California technology employers like Salesforce, Cisco, and Oracle run associate solutions engineering programs and structured internal promotion tracks that are the primary pipeline for first-time managers. Building a portfolio of successful proof-of-concept projects and leading a team project informally within your current role strengthens a promotion case significantly.

Where can I find and apply to solutions engineering manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to solutions engineering manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across the state's major technology hubs. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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