Cutting-Edge Technology Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Staff Software Engineer

Company: Intuit

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Excellent communication and presentation skills: Demonstrated ability to explain complex issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Sign Production Specialist & Installer / Graphic Designer

Company: FASTSIGNS #69301

Location: Lemon Grove, CA

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Complete or modify designs from customer drawings, files, or exact output of customer-provided design for output to media. Operate and maintain printer(s).

Sr. GIS Solution Engineer – Natural Resources

Company: Esri

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 10, 2025

Bachelor's in geography, computer science, or a related field. Master's in geography, computer science, or a related field.

Construction Worker General

Company: Vaughn Construction

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 10, 2025

Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.

Game Engineer, Platform Architecture

Company: Apple

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 09, 2025

As Game Engineer on the Tools & Technology team, you will develop and maintain the bespoke engine, requiring architectural design, implementation, debugging and…

SECURITY GUARD

Company: Department of Education - School for the Blind

Location: Alameda County, CA

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Duties include Guard and protect State property; control traffic around the Day bus area both morning and afternoon, assist bus drivers in maintaining safety…

Elite Security Officer - Armed Mall Patrol

Company: Allied Universal

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 10, 2025

Possess a valid driver's license and meet Allied Universal driver policy requirements for driving positions. Hold a Level III armed certification if required by…

GIS Solution Engineer - Natural Resources

Company: Esri

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 10, 2025

Successfully design presentations for technical and non-technical customers. Bachelor's in geography, computer science, or a related field.

Armed Security Officer - Government Site - Full Time

Company: Allied Universal

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 10, 2025

Must have a valid driver's license in the state where the job is located and meet Allied Universal driver policy requirements for driving positions only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for Cutting‑Edge Technology roles?
Entry‑level AI/ML engineers earn $90k–$120k, mid‑level $120k–$160k, senior $160k–$210k, and principal/lead roles $210k–$280k. Quantum developers follow a similar scale but start at $110k–$140k, mid at $140k–$190k, and senior at $190k–$250k, often with a 10%–15% equity component.
Which skills and certifications are most demanded in this category?
Core languages: Python, C++, Rust, and Q# for quantum. Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX, and Qiskit. Cloud expertise: AWS SageMaker, Azure AI, and GCP Vertex. Certifications: TensorFlow Developer, AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty, IBM Quantum Developer, and Certified Blockchain Developer (CBDE). Hands‑on projects on Kaggle, Hackathon participation, and published research elevate a candidate’s profile.
Is remote work common for Cutting‑Edge Technology positions?
Yes. Over 70% of listed roles offer full‑remote or hybrid options. Companies provide cloud‑based development environments, virtual lab access for quantum simulators, and remote‑first collaboration tools (e.g., GitHub Codespaces, JupyterHub, and Discord/Slack). Support for home‑office budgets and flexible schedules is standard.
What career progression paths exist in this field?
Technical tracks: Junior → Mid → Senior → Principal → Staff Engineer. Managerial tracks: Team Lead → Engineering Manager → Director of Engineering → VP of Technology. Lateral moves to product, data science, or research labs are common. Clear performance metrics, mentorship programs, and promotion criteria are published on job listings.
What industry trends should candidates monitor in Cutting‑Edge Technology?
Quantum advantage is moving from simulation to real‑world problem solving, demanding expertise in error correction and hardware‑software co‑design. Edge AI is expanding into autonomous drones and IoT, requiring low‑power inference and on‑device learning. AI democratization tools (AutoML, LLM fine‑tuning) lower barriers but increase demand for model governance. 5G and edge computing convergence fuels new network‑edge AI services.

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