Applications Programming Director Salary in California

How much does an Applications Programming Director make in California? The average Applications Programming Director salary in California is $218,068 as of February 27, 2023, but the range typically falls between $195,262 and $242,868. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. View the Cost of Living in California

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Job Description

Directs all activities and develops policies and procedures related to the design, analysis, testing, coding, and implementation of applications. Enhances operations by establishing metrics, analyzing processes, and implementing standard methodologies, tools, and best practices to ensure high-quality deliverables. Oversees review of development proposals, projects, timelines, resources, and costs. Develops feedback processes for peer reviews, code reviews, and design reviews. Establishes a performance culture by incorporating individual and team coaching and mentoring to achieve excellence. May develop and manage outsourcing budgets, vendor relationships, or off-shore resources. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $212,167 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $222,078 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $210,987 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $201,882 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $218,252 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $211,670 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $198,179 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $242,750 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $242,193 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Albany, CA Avg. Salary $242,750 Date Updated February 27, 2023

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