As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Sr Devops Engineer in Oakland, CA is $196,076, equivalent to $94 per hour, $3,771 weekly, or $16,340 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Sr Devops Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Sr Devops Engineer in Oakland, CA vary widely, spanning from $169,799 to $221,312. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($182,321) and 75th percentile ($209,285), while top earners (90th percentile) make $221,312 per year. This $26,964 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Open Source, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Oakland Sr Devops Engineer often earn 10.7% higher than national averages. However, Oakland currently ranks 6 statewide for Sr Devops 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
Sr Devops Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $169,799 Oakland, CA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $182,321 Oakland, CA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $196,076 Oakland, CA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $209,285 Oakland, CA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $221,312 Oakland, CA February 01, 2026
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