As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Sr Devops Engineer in San Diego, CA is $173,790, equivalent to $84 per hour, $3,342 weekly, or $14,483 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 San Diego, CA vary widely, spanning from $150,499 to $196,158. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($161,599) and 75th percentile ($185,498), while top earners (90th percentile) make $196,158 per year. This $23,899 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, San Diego Sr Devops Engineer often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, San Diego currently ranks 135 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 $150,499 San Diego, CA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $161,599 San Diego, CA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $173,790 San Diego, CA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $185,498 San Diego, CA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $196,158 San Diego, CA February 01, 2026
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