u/Difficult-Exit3063

I work for a medium to large size software Company in California. My job is entirely software related. I am classified as exempt. However, I am being paid less than California Software Workers specific minimum pay rate for exemption.

Is it possible that even though I have 1000% meet the definition of a software employee they are using some workaround? How would i find this out?

What do y’all think is the best way for me to start approaching this topic with my manager? Or with HR? My manager and I have a very buddy buddy relationship, but I’m well aware that my manager is not my friend. Just looking for advice or other people who’ve navigated the same situation.