As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Operations Engineer in Los Angeles, CA is $108,153, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,080 weekly, or $9,013 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Operations Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Operations Engineer in Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $94,273 to $121,193. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($100,888) and 75th percentile ($114,978), while top earners (90th percentile) make $121,193 per year. This $14,090 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or API, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Los Angeles Operations Engineer often earn 0.4% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 76 statewide for Operations Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Operations Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $94,273 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $100,888 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $108,153 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $114,978 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $121,193 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
25% $100,888 10% $94,273 90% $121,193 75% $114,978 $108,153 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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