Tech Jobs in Pasadena
Pasadena is a hidden gem in Southern California’s tech ecosystem. The city’s proximity to research powerhouses like Caltech and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory fuels a steady stream of talent and investment, making it an ideal spot for engineers, data scientists, and product managers looking for growth and innovation.
Aerospace and defense firms dominate the local landscape, with companies such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon Technologies maintaining sizable facilities. Life‑science leaders like Thermo Fisher Scientific and Medtronic also have regional offices, while a growing cohort of AI and software startups—such as Syntiant and Lattice Semiconductor—tap Pasadena’s collaborative environment for rapid prototyping and talent acquisition.
The cost of living in Pasadena is high—median home prices exceed $1.2 million and rent for a two‑bedroom apartment averages $2,500/month. With housing, commute, and dining expenses climbing, salary transparency is crucial for candidates to evaluate whether a role truly compensates for local living costs and to negotiate effectively.
Resource Management Specialist
Company: HCVT
Location: Pasadena
Posted Nov 17, 2023
Use available scheduling tool to update and forecast hours for projects, track actual utilization, and monitor individual schedules Make staffing decisions based on job skill requirements, timing and personnel continuity. Fill open needs on engagements. This will involve assessing the engagement needs, reviewing available options, and recommending people that meet client requirements. Proactively identify assignments for these people. Resolve conflicts with engagement team members. As a Resource Management Specialist, you will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Assign appropriate client service personnel to engagements. As needed, challenge the schedule to confirm the most efficient utilization of resources. Anticipate availability of people and proactively decrease the time that staff/seniors spend available, while balancing the workload of all client-serving individuals. Identify over or under-utilized personnel, and work to balance their workload with their peers Negotiate with client-service teams to meet staffing priorities Consult with management to resolve any outstanding issues or conflicts Prepare, analyze and distribute scheduling and utilization reports to management as needed Assist in other office/firm projects as needed Set up, prepare and run staffing meetings with the management group on a regular basis To be successful, these are the skills and experience you will need: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience A minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience in a professional services firm Strong analytical skills, with attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication Proficient at negotiating and managing conflict Ability to resolve issues quickly, with a sense of urgency Flexible in adapting to continually changing priorities and varied personalities Outstanding teamwork and interpersonal skills Confident at working independently, with an ability to be a self-starter Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environemnt, as well as demonstrates strong organizational skills Proven skills as an agent of change Strong excel skills is a must; proficient in other MS Office Applications Adept in analyzing information and making thoughtful decisions, quickly Prior experience at a professional services firm is preferred Connect with us: LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, HCVT Website The ordinance requires employers to state, in all job solicitations, postings and advertisements, that the employer will consider applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative. Proactively identify teams that may be able to release individuals to fill other urgent needs.
Manager - Mobility Funding and Partnerships
Company: CALSTART
Location: Pasadena
Posted Oct 29, 2023
CALSTART is hiring for a Manager - Mobility Funding and Partnerships position. The role involves providing business model and partnership development support for shared mobility projects, engaging with the Clean Mobility Options program Administration Team, and working closely with internal and external partners. The Manager will also review financial sustainability plans, coordinate with mobility project awardees, conduct research, promote mobility projects, and support the Innovative Mobility team in identifying new business opportunities. CALSTART is a nationally recognized clean transportation industry organization with a focus on advancing the clean transportation industry through various initiative areas. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related analytical discipline, 4+ years of project management and business model development experience, and knowledge of nonprofit accounting and shared mobility operating models.
Benefit Estimator
Company: Northwest Administrators, Inc
Location: Pasadena
Posted Nov 06, 2023
Northwest Administrators is seeking a detail-oriented, customer service-focused individual for a pension benefit estimator role. The position involves assisting customers in planning for retirement, determining eligibility, and generating estimates. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including union scale wages, medical benefits, a defined benefit pension, and a strong team environment. Northwest Administrators is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Field Service Representative (Bilingual)
Company: Northwest Administrators, Inc
Location: Pasadena
Posted Nov 06, 2023
Northwest Administrators Inc. is a company that prides itself on delivering superior client and customer service. They focus on exceeding expectations through flawless follow-through. Their Field Service Representatives act as trainers or teachers, helping participants understand the value of their benefits. The role involves regional travel, coordinating meetings, and communicating with participants in English and Spanish. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and a generous 401(k) plan. Northwest Administrators Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, prohibiting discrimination based on various characteristics.
Administrative Assistant
Company: Miso Robotics
Location: Pasadena
Posted Oct 31, 2023
Miso Robotics is a company that is transforming the food industry with its AI-powered kitchen robot, Flippy. The company has raised over $100 million and has successfully piloted its products with prominent global brands. It is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join its team.
Administrative Assistant (On-Site)
Company: CALSTART
Location: Pasadena
Posted Nov 06, 2023
CALSTART is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support its growing organization. The role involves maintaining the Pasadena office, handling clerical tasks, managing events and travel logistics, and providing general support to key business areas. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience in a mid-size organization, strong communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. Preferred skills include MS suite proficiency and 5 years of administrative experience. CALSTART offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth. The company is committed to diversity and equal opportunity.
Receiving Specialist
Company: Comoto
Location: Pasadena
Posted Nov 10, 2023
Comoto Holdings, America's largest omnichannel platform in the powersports aftermarket-products industry, is seeking a Receiving Specialist. The role involves managing backroom operations, receiving products, maintaining inventory, and ensuring proper display of merchandise. The company values employee wellness, diversity, and career growth, offering benefits like 401K, volunteer time off, and a generous employee discount. Previous retail or inventory management experience is preferred.
Mechanical Engineer
Company: Miso Robotics
Location: Pasadena
Posted Oct 31, 2023
Miso Robotics, a pioneer in food AI, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, prototype, and commercialize mechanical components of their robotic kitchen assistants. The role involves working closely with product managers, software engineers, and other mechanical engineers to optimize designs for customer needs, reliability, and ease of deployment. The ideal candidate should have a BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of experience in designing and testing mechanical systems or robots, proficiency in CAD, PLM systems, FEA, GD&T, and various manufacturing processes. The company offers company equity, flexible vacation, comprehensive benefits, 401K plan, and accelerated growth opportunities.
Finance Manager
Company: Miso Robotics
Location: Pasadena
Posted Nov 18, 2023
Miso Robotics, a pioneer in food AI, is seeking a Finance Manager to join their team. The company, known for its AI-powered kitchen robot Flippy, has raised over $100 million and is looking to commercialize its products further. The Finance Manager will focus on financial modeling, planning, and reporting, with experience in fundraising being a plus. The ideal candidate should have a finance degree, 7+ years of experience, and advanced skills in NetSuite, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite. They should also have a professional finance background in a startup or technology-driven company, understanding of GAAP accounting, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Sales Specialist
Company: WelbeHealth
Location: Pasadena
Posted Nov 08, 2023
WelbeHealth is a rapidly growing PACE program in California, providing life-extending health care to seniors. The company's unique model of care supports participants in staying in their homes rather than going into skilled nursing facilities. The Marketing, Outreach, & Enrollment (MOE) team, led by Outreach Specialists, is crucial to the program's success. These specialists are high achievers who independently generate leads and enrollments. They coordinate outreach activities, collaborate with community organizations, and establish relationships with referral sources. The job requires a Bachelor's degree, at least two years of sales and marketing experience, and bilingual English/Spanish skills. WelbeHealth offers competitive benefits, including medical insurance, work/life balance, and a 401k match. The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and has a vaccination policy for all employees.
Resource Management Specialist
Company: HCVT
Location: Pasadena
Posted Nov 17, 2023
Use available scheduling tool to update and forecast hours for projects, track actual utilization, and monitor individual schedules Make staffing decisions based on job skill requirements, timing and personnel continuity. Fill open needs on engagements. This will involve assessing the engagement needs, reviewing available options, and recommending people that meet client requirements. Proactively identify assignments for these people. Resolve conflicts with engagement team members. As a Resource Management Specialist, you will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Assign appropriate client service personnel to engagements. As needed, challenge the schedule to confirm the most efficient utilization of resources. Anticipate availability of people and proactively decrease the time that staff/seniors spend available, while balancing the workload of all client-serving individuals. Identify over or under-utilized personnel, and work to balance their workload with their peers Negotiate with client-service teams to meet staffing priorities Consult with management to resolve any outstanding issues or conflicts Prepare, analyze and distribute scheduling and utilization reports to management as needed Assist in other office/firm projects as needed Set up, prepare and run staffing meetings with the management group on a regular basis To be successful, these are the skills and experience you will need: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in a professional services firm Strong analytical skills, with attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication Proficient at negotiating and managing conflict Ability to resolve issues quickly, with a sense of urgency Flexible in adapting to continually changing priorities and varied personalities Outstanding teamwork and interpersonal skills Confident at working independently, with an ability to be a self-starter Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environemnt, as well as demonstrates strong organizational skills Proven skills as an agent of change Strong excel skills is a must; proficient in other MS Office Applications Adept in analyzing information and making thoughtful decisions, quickly Prior experience at a professional services firm is preferred Connect with us: LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, HCVT Website The ordinance requires employers to state, in all job solicitations, postings and advertisements, that the employer will consider applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative. Proactively identify teams that may be able to release individuals to fill other urgent needs.
Senior Software Engineer - Full Stack
Company: Futronics (NA) Corporation
Location: Pasadena
Posted Nov 04, 2023
PhD degree in STEM field (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or related field) Good understanding of digital signal processing (DSP), analog circuits and system hardware Knowledge in IoT services Location: Pasadena, CA, working on-site is required for this position. Responsibilities: Work closely with the product team to define Software Requirement Specification that is well aligned with the Product Requirement Description Define, architect, develop, and implement high quality software solutions for existing and new product lineups from back end to front end Be responsible for all production builds deployed on an integrated system of robots, IoT devices, and cloud system Collaborate with agile cross-functional teams (Product, UX/UI, Mechatronics, other disciplines listed above) in product development projects Design and implement new features and frameworks for service robots in healthcare domains Design protocols and API’s between system components including server/client interactions and API’s Build reliable systems by performing design reviews, component and module reviews, CI/CD, testing and new product introductions, document good practices and generate technical reports in different project execution phases Be responsible for the software full life-cycle activities to ensure highest level of system performance, availability and compliance Engineer sound solutions that are safe and robust for robotic platforms that interact with humans Collaborate with team to build an effective software team through shaping best-practices, mentor relationships with peers, and advocating for positive change Minimum Qualifications: (Those that do not meet the criteria, need not apply) Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems or related field 3+ years of industrial experience working on interactive software development and building commercially available customer-facing products Ability to work in fast paced environment to deliver well-designed high-quality code on time Strong knowledge/experience with full stack application development Experience in Robotic Application Development or Autonomous Systems Hands-on Experience with ROS systems Programming languages: Python is required (5+ years under working environment), Javascript (required), C++ (Plus) Experience in Cloud Database Schema, OpenAPI, Django, Docker, Websocket, and CLI Expertise in Object Oriented Design, Database Design, and XML Schema Experience with Agile or Scrum software development methodologies Experience with connecting Cloud platform with hardware Passion for Robotics Principal positions available based on experience Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrable experience in app development and deployment (Android, iOS, cross-platform) Experience building medical devices or customer-facing products and services in Consumer Electronics or Consumer Goods Programming languages: JavaScript (Node, REACT, Angular), HTML, CSS, C, Swift, Android Development, Ruby Knowledge of cloud service infrastructure and operations Technical Acumen - strong understanding of software development concepts, procedures, and technologies utilizing Agile Methodology Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and communication skills – ability to understand complex situations, develop and implement a logical approach to a problem solution Experience with industry development standards and their implementation Experience in developing applications for healthcare, life sciences, or medical domains. The Research and Development team is made up of a diverse set of skilled researchers and engineers with different areas of expertise including Autonomous Navigation, Perception and Computer Vision, Manipulation and Control, Mechatronics and Cloud Computing. Senior Software Engineer – Full Stack Futronics, a global AI robotics company in stealth mode, is looking for a talented Software Architect to join the team in Pasadena, CA. The ideal candidate has a successful track record in developing commercially available products or applications and will be able to work hand in hand with the team to deliver the newest cutting-edge AI robotic ecosystems. You will have the unique opportunity to work on our innovative next-generation service robots and deliver impactful integrated solutions for the healthcare domain.