Yes, you have to file a CA income tax return.
Per
CA Department of Revenue: You are required to file a Nonresident or Part-Year Resident Income Tax Return (Long or Short Form 540NR) with California if you have income from California sources.
Compensation: Wages and salaries have a source where the services are performed. The source of this income is not affected by either of the following:
- The location of the employer where the payment is issued
- Your location when you receive payment
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Nonresidents of California are Taxed only on income from California sources.
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