VP of Engineering Program Management Salary in California

How much does a VP of Engineering Program Management make in California?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a VP of Engineering Program Management in California is $267,134 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $128.

However, a VP of Engineering Program Management's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $307,846
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $249,629 to $288,444
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $233,691
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75th Percentile $288,444 $24,037 $5,547 $139
Average $267,134 $22,261 $5,137 $128
25th Percentile $249,629 $20,802 $4,801 $120
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Key Factors That Influence VP of Engineering Program Management Salaries

A VP of Engineering Program Management's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects VP of Engineering Program Management Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a VP of Engineering Program Management's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Engineering Program Management Supervisor (12+ years): $137,026
  • Engineering Program Management Manager (12+ years): $158,778
  • Engineering Program Management Senior Manager (12+ years): $195,982
  • Engineering Program Management Director (12+ years): $231,573
  • VP of Engineering Program Management (12+ years): $267,134
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Engineering Program Management Supervisor12+ years$137,026
Engineering Program Management Manager12+ years$158,778
Engineering Program Management Senior Manager12+ years$195,982
Engineering Program Management Director12+ years$231,573
VP of Engineering Program Management12+ years$267,134
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Top Paying Cities for VP of Engineering Program Managements

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $268,273
  • West Hollywood: $268,273
  • Dodgertown: $268,273

VP of Engineering Program Management Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a VP of Engineering Program Management's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$249,629
Average $267,134/year
$288,444
$20,802
Average $22,261/month
$24,037
$4,801
Average $5,137/week
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Average $128/hour
$139
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $288,444 $24,037 $5,547 $139
Average $267,134 $22,261 $5,137 $128
25th Percentile $249,629 $20,802 $4,801 $120

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