Technical Operations Manager Jobs in California

Technical Operations Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in technology, aerospace, semiconductor manufacturing, and logistics across experience levels from associate manager through senior director. The largest hiring metros are the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where established employers like Northrop Grumman, Salesforce, and Kaiser Permanente consistently maintain technical operations teams. The most sought-after specializations in California include cloud and infrastructure operations, supply chain systems management, and regulated manufacturing environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles170+
Top employerH&R Block
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring118
Work type56% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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NVIDIA
Business Operations Technical Program Manager — DGX Cloud
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NVIDIA
New 5h ago
Business Operations Technical Program Manager — DGX Cloud
NVIDIA
Santa Clara, California
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$200k - $380k/yr
Master's degree in business
10,000+

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Tacit
Technical Program Manager, Operations & Manufacturing
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Tacit
New 7h ago
Technical Program Manager, Operations & Manufacturing
Tacit
San Francisco, California
Account Management
Business Operations
Customer Service
$160k - $200k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
2-10

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Stanford University
Assistant Athletics Director, Broadcast & Technical Operations
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Stanford University
New 10h ago
Assistant Athletics Director, Broadcast & Technical Operations
Stanford University
Stanford, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$127k - $138k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Palo Alto Networks
Technical Data Operations Analyst
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Palo Alto Networks
New 10h ago
Technical Data Operations Analyst
Palo Alto Networks
Santa Clara, California
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$106k - $171k/yr
10,000+

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Lam Research
Technical Program Manager - Operations, GOPs AI
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Lam Research
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Technical Program Manager - Operations, GOPs AI
Lam Research
Livermore, California
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$146k - $311k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree
10,000+

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Technical Operations Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
9 jobs
Los Angeles
7 jobs
Costa Mesa
5 jobs
Livermore
4 jobs
Palo Alto
4 jobs
Sunnyvale
4 jobs
Foster City
4 jobs
Santa Clara
4 jobs

Technical Operations Manager Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • H&R Block
    H&R Block101
  • Anduril
    Anduril6
  • Travere Therapeutics
    Travere Therapeutics4
  • Lam Research
    Lam Research3
  • Zoox
    Zoox2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Trucking

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in technical operations manager jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, information technology, or a related technical field
  • Five or more years of experience in technical operations or engineering management roles
  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in a California technology or manufacturing environment
  • Proficiency with ITIL frameworks, ERP systems, or lean manufacturing methodologies
  • Familiarity with California environmental health and safety regulations affecting operations sites
  • Strong analytical and project management skills, often evidenced by PMP or Six Sigma certification

Technical Operations Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a technical operations manager in California?

Most technical operations managers in California follow a path that begins with a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or operations management, then builds several years of hands-on technical or engineering experience before moving into a management role. California employers in regulated sectors such as aerospace, medical devices, and utilities often expect familiarity with California-specific compliance standards. Advancing from a senior engineer or operations analyst role into a team lead position is the most common stepping stone.

How much do technical operations managers make in California?

Technical operations managers in California earn a median of about $218,290 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $129,970 for the lowest 10% to over $325,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire technical operations managers in California?

Employers hiring technical operations managers in California right now include H&R Block, Anduril, and Travere Therapeutics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, defense contractors, and large health systems means demand for this role is spread across multiple industries rather than a single sector.

Which California cities have the most technical operations manager jobs?

San Francisco, San Diego, and Los Angeles account for the most technical operations manager openings in California. The Bay Area's density of technology and semiconductor companies drives the largest share of postings, while Los Angeles draws demand from aerospace, entertainment technology, and logistics firms, and San Diego's biotech and defense clusters consistently add to the count.

Are there remote technical operations manager jobs in California?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based roles because technical operations management often requires on-site oversight of infrastructure, facilities, or production environments. About 44% of technical operations manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The portions of the role most frequently offered remotely involve vendor coordination, metrics reporting, and strategic planning responsibilities.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving into the role from an adjacent position such as operations analyst, IT systems administrator, or production supervisor, where you already oversee processes or small teams. Large California employers in tech and healthcare, including major Bay Area companies and health systems like Kaiser Permanente, run associate manager and rotational operations programs that accept candidates with limited direct management experience. Earning a PMP certification or completing a Six Sigma Green Belt course strengthens an application considerably in California's competitive market.

Where can I find and apply to technical operations manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to technical operations manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings by city or specialty to narrow results to roles that match your background, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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