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Design Developer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Image Engineering

Mechanical Design Engineer

Valencia, CA · On-site

$77K - $104K/yr

Image Engineering was founded as a company that pushes boundaries, develops new ideas through design, engineering and fabrication, and is a leader in the visual display and special effects industry.

Cartesia

Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

They are seeking a Design Engineer to enhance their web surfaces through design systems and product polish, ensuring a high-quality user experience. Responsibilities : • Own the appearance of our ...

Innogrit

Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

Drive OVM/UVM design verification and support FPGA engineers for early prototyping. * Execute RTL-to-GDS development flow, including synthesis, schematics design, and supervising custom layout.

ControlsJobs

BAS Design Engineer

San Jose, CA

$85K - $140K/yr

BAS Design Engineer - San Jose, CA - $85,000 to $140,000 + Excellent Benefits + Office-Based RoleAbout the Opportunity: A long-standing, stable Building Automation contractor is seeking a skilled BAS ...

Infotech Sourcing

Design Engineer V

Sunnyvale, CA · Hybrid

Core Engineering - Design Engineer V Duration:6 months with possible extension Location: US - CA - Sunnyvale Hybrid Role: ASIC Power Engineer DUTIES ASIC Power Engineer to perform power analysis and ...

Console

Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

As a Design Engineer, you will enhance the product's user experience by collaborating with product and design teams to develop the front-end infrastructure. Responsibilities : • Build a smooth and ...

Cal Solar Inc

Design Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

Design Engineer Supervisor:Engineering Manager Classification:Full -time, exempt Location: San Diego, CA. Office The Design Engineer is responsible for the design coordination, planset production ...

Infotech Sourcing

Design Engineer V

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Core Engineering - Design Engineer V Duration:6 months with possible extension Location: US - CA - Sunnyvale Hybrid Role: ASIC Power Engineer DUTIES ASIC Power Engineer to perform power analysis and ...

CalSolar Inc

Design Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$85K - $120K/yr

Design Engineer Supervisor: Engineering Manager Classification: Full-time, exempt Location: San Diego, CA. Office The Design Engineer is responsible for the design coordination, planset production ...

CalSolar Inc

Design Engineer

San Diego, CA

$85K - $120K/yr

Design Engineer Supervisor:Engineering Manager Classification:Full-time, exempt Location: San Diego, CA. Office The Design Engineer is responsible for the design coordination, planset production, and ...

Ventura Solutions LLC

Design Engineer

Union City, CA

The Design Engineer should understand user needs and requirements, balance individual product-level requirements with system-level requirements, resolve complex mechanical design issues, and commit ...

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How much do design developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for design developer in California is $127,654.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,600.00 and $154,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Design Developer vs Graphic Designer?

AspectDesign DeveloperGraphic Designer
CredentialsTypically holds a degree in design, computer science, or related fields; may have coding certificationsUsually has a degree or diploma in graphic design or visual arts
Work EnvironmentWorks on digital interfaces, websites, and applications, often collaborating with developersFocuses on visual content creation for print and digital media
Industry UsageCommon in tech, web development, and digital product companiesPrevalent in advertising, publishing, and branding agencies

Design Developers combine design skills with coding knowledge to create functional digital products, while Graphic Designers focus on visual aesthetics and branding. Both roles require creativity, but Design Developers are more involved in the technical implementation of designs for digital platforms.

What cities in California are hiring for Design Developer jobs? Cities in California with the most Design Developer job openings:
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Infographic showing various Design Developer job openings in California as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 41% Full Time, 49% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,654 per year, or $61.4 per hour.
Design Engineer III - Civil Engineering

Design Engineer III - Civil Engineering

Sherwood Design Engineers

Petaluma, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Design Engineer III - Civil Engineer
CA | GA | NY | CR
About Sherwood
Sherwood is a civil and environmental engineering firm that is committed to investing in and embracing people, communities and the environment.
Our team has delivered net zero energy and net zero carbon systems, net positive water systems, resilient coastlines, natural resource protection, green streets, living roofs and more for thousands of clients in the region and across the globe. We specialize in sustainable infrastructure, water management strategies, green building design, and systems based solutions for infrastructure and landscapes. Our focus is on the conservation and management of the consumption of all site resources - carbon, energy, water, and waste. We've worked on over thirty award-winning projects, and our work has been published locally and internationally.
Founded in 2003, our award-winning projects include Hudson Yards in New York (the largest private real estate development in U.S. history), San Francisco Better Streets Plan, Greater New Orleans Urban Water Plan, revitalization of the iconic waterfront Brooklyn Bridge Park, and the 35 square-km Baietan Urban Area Plan in the heart of Guangzhou, China.
Our mission is to engineer an environmentally and socially regenerative planet. Will you join us?
The Role
At Sherwood Design Engineers, we value collaboration that incorporates multiple perspectives, and believe that diverse ideas produce more robust and equitable solutions. We have an amazing opportunity for a driven and curious Design Engineer focused on site civil design to support our team.
Minimum skills
  • Typically 4+ years of industry experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering - Civil and/or Environmental
  • Experience with Site Grading, Earthwork Calculations, Road Design, Drainage (Calculations & Reports), Utility Layout & Sizing, Technical Report Writing
  • Ability to research and interpret technical documents
  • Experience in preparing and advancing plan set packages through all project phases including providing redlines for drafter
  • Exercise sound judgment on design decisions and in application of standard methods
  • Work with multiple site base files oriented in different coordinate frames and varying units
  • Knowledge of civil design programs (Civil 3D, LDT, Hydro CAD, Flowmasters, StormCAD, etc)
  • Knowledge of Graphics programs (Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
  • Proficient in AutoCAD

Preferred Skills
  • Certifications or other sustainability-oriented accreditation preferred (LEED,PE, etc.)
  • Knowledge of natural systems, green infrastructure, hydrology, GIS principles
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

What We Offer
  • Own a part of the firm with ESOP eligibility after one year
  • Flexible working - with every other Friday off
  • Competitive Health plans, including PPO and HMO options, Dental and Vision plans
  • Learning and Development stipend to use as you see fit
  • Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays
  • Automatic 401k enrollment
  • Fun team events, lunches and happy hours to get to know colleagues outside of work
  • A tangible opportunity to truly help the environment!

Compensation:
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $97,592 to $119,280.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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