Tech Jobs in Peninsula

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Peninsula sits between San Francisco and Silicon Valley, offering a unique blend of urban convenience and tech innovation. The region hosts over 300 high‑growth startups, from fintech leaders like Braintree in San Mateo to AI pioneers such as Petal. With climate‑friendly coastal breezes and easy access to major transit hubs, Peninsula draws talent who want both career momentum and a high quality of life.

Tech roles span software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and product management across diverse sectors. Fintech firms like Braintree and Stripe (nearby Redwood City) dominate, while biotech powerhouses such as Gilead Sciences in South San Francisco and Seagen in Sunnyvale drive research and development. SaaS companies—Salesforce in San Mateo and Evergreen Software—and e‑commerce platforms like Petal keep the ecosystem thriving.

Living costs in Peninsula are some of the highest in the country; the median rent for a two‑bedroom apartment in San Mateo tops $3,200/month, and the median home price exceeds $1.5 million. Because of this, salary transparency helps candidates negotiate roles that match their financial expectations. With a median tech salary around $155,000, knowing the exact pay band can save years of uncertainty and ensure you get a package that reflects your experience and the local market.

Software Development Manager, Backend Engineering

Company: Coupang

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Coupang is a leading e-commerce company that is reimagining the shopping experience. The Pricing team is responsible for determining the price of every product sold on Coupang and is seeking a leader to build and maintain highly scalable and extensible platforms. The ideal candidate will have at least 8+ years of experience in software design and development, 5+ years of leading teams, and a strong track record of delivering mission-critical systems.

Sr. Director, Partner Marketing

Company: Klaviyo

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Klaviyo is looking for a world-class Partner Marketing Leader to build and drive their marketing strategy, developing and executing campaigns to accelerate partner engagement, recruitment, and revenue. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in building partner marketing strategies, leading high-performing teams, and driving partner recruitment and brand awareness.

Senior Product Designer

Company: Intuit

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Intuit is looking for a Senior Product Designer to create customer and developer experiences, contribute to platform capabilities, and deliver innovative end-to-end user experiences across web and mobile platforms.

Senior Backend Engineer (Cloud)

Company: Aerospike

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Aerospike is a real-time data platform company that helps companies tackle complex problems and develop innovative solutions. The company is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to develop its cloud platform, with responsibilities including communicating with stakeholders, writing code, and optimizing backend services for performance and scalability.

Senior Product Designer-Visual

Company: Intuit

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Join Intuit's Brand & Transformation team as a Senior Visual Designer to deliver end-to-end brand creative visual solutions, utilizing strategic visual thinking, industry design standards, and collaboration with various team members.

Sr. Manager, Biostatistics

Company: Gilead Sciences, Inc

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Gilead Sciences is seeking a Senior Manager Biostatistics to work on clinical trial design, statistical analysis, and reporting. The role requires a strong background in statistics, programming, and data analysis, with experience in trial design, conduct, and analysis. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Biostatistics or equivalent, and 4+ years of industry experience in clinical trials.

Director of Software Engineering

Company: Coupang

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 14, 2024

Coupang is reimagining the shopping experience with a goal of wowing each customer. The Platform Services team is responsible for creating platforms that serve user requests from all frontend pages, including Search and Category. The team is looking for a senior leader to establish a roadmap for the next 5 years for the backend serving infrastructure, lead a team to deliver an extensible and scalable backend platform, and drive the highest quality of architecture and design of data pipeline and system.

Electromagnetics/Signal Integrity Power Integrity Engineer, Pixel Watch

Company: Google

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 15, 2024

The job is for an Electromagnetic Signal Integrity Power Integrity engineer to work on the development of custom silicon solutions for Google's direct-to-consumer products. The engineer will be responsible for EM simulations, signal integrity and power integrity analysis, and correlation between simulation and lab measurement.

Staff Backend Engineer

Company: Coupang

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Coupang is a leading e-commerce company that is reimagining the shopping experience. The company is looking for a Pricing team member to help determine the price of every product sold on Coupang. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in computer science, experience with Java, and a passion for building scalable and extensible platforms.

Senior Engineering Manager, Multiplayer Networking

Company: Roblox

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Roblox is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead the Engine Distributed Systems team, responsible for developing cutting-edge software for world simulation synchronization, multiplayer networking, and more. The role is based in San Mateo, CA, and requires a technically adept leader with experience in building high-performing teams and fostering innovation.

Sr. Manager, Partner Enablement

Company: Snowflake

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Snowflake is looking for a Partner Enablement Senior Manager to drive internal enablement for PartnerGlobal Account Managers and work with the Alliances team to make available existing content to partner sellers. The role requires a strong understanding of technical sales cycles, enablement tooling, and domain expertise in data warehouse, data engineering, and data science.

Logs Infrastructure TLM

Company: Waymo

Location: Peninsula

Posted Jul 15, 2024

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company seeking a software engineer to lead and manage a team for developing Waymo Logs and Data Acquisition infrastructure. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of professional software engineering experience, experience in people management, and a proven track record of driving collaboration across organizational boundaries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Peninsula?
The Peninsula hosts a wide array of tech roles, including software engineering, front‑end and back‑end development, data science, machine learning, cybersecurity, product management, user experience design, and DevOps. Positions range from junior to senior levels, with many companies offering both full‑time and contract opportunities.
How do remote and on‑site trends look in Peninsula tech jobs?
While Peninsula companies increasingly adopt hybrid models, many still prioritize on‑site presence due to collaborative culture and proximity to headquarters. Remote roles are common in larger firms like Salesforce, but most startups prefer on‑site or hybrid arrangements to foster teamwork and rapid iteration.
Which are the major employers for tech talent in Peninsula?
Key employers include <strong>Braintree</strong> (San Mateo), <strong>Petal</strong> (San Mateo), <strong>Gilead Sciences</strong> (South San Francisco), <strong>Seagen</strong> (Sunnyvale), <strong>Salesforce</strong> (San Mateo), and <strong>Stripe</strong> (Redwood City). Additionally, biotech and AI firms such as <strong>Seagen</strong> and <strong>Petal</strong> drive significant hiring.
What are the salary expectations for tech roles in Peninsula?
Median base salaries for tech positions in Peninsula hover around $155,000, with senior engineers earning $180,000–$220,000 and product managers ranging from $140,000 to $190,000. Compensation packages often include bonuses, equity, and comprehensive benefits, reflecting the high cost of living and market demand.
What should I know about relocating to Peninsula for tech work?
When moving to Peninsula, budget for premium housing—average rent for a two‑bedroom apartment exceeds $3,200/month. Explore neighborhoods like San Mateo, Foster City, and South San Francisco for a mix of affordability and commute options.

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