Open listings by city first, then pay and what the profession is.
By AtiveSite · Published 07/11/2026 · Updated 10/11/2026 · Every figure is linked to its source below.
6 open private-sector listings for sales engineers in California from 5 employers. Cities with the most openings first.
| City ⇅ | Open jobs now ⇅ | Employers hiring ⇅ | Jobs ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 3 | 2 | see jobs → |
| San Diego | 1 | 1 | see jobs → |
| Redwood City | 1 | 1 | see jobs → |
| Long Beach | 1 | 1 | see jobs → |
| Measure ⇅ | California ⇅ | United States ⇅ |
|---|---|---|
| Jobs | 6,310 | 51,790 |
| Median pay | $139,160 | $124,900 |
| Entry (10th percentile) | $78,850 | $73,870 |
| Top (90th percentile) | $213,370 | $195,270 |
| Location quotient | 1.04 | 1.00 |
Estimate for a wage earner: 2026 federal brackets and standard deduction (IRS), Social Security 6.2% up to $184,500, Medicare 1.45% (+0.9% above $200,000 single / $250,000 married), and a state rate you set. It ignores credits, pre-tax deductions, local taxes and benefits. Sources: IRS: tax year 2026 inflation adjustments · SSA wage base per Federal Register notice 2025-19763.
Sales engineers (SOC 41-9031): national median pay $124,900 a year, 51,790 jobs in the US, +2.8% growth projected 2025–35, typical entry education: Bachelor's degree (BLS).
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6 open private-sector listings from 5 employers on Jobs Private USA today (updated several times a day).
The median is $139,160 a year; entry level (10th percentile) $78,850 and top (90th) $213,370 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).