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.
Senior Technical Program Manager, Marketing
Company: Synopsys Inc
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 26, 2024
The job description is for a strategic leader to lead the digital transformation of Synopsys' Global Marketing & Communications department. The role requires a seasoned professional with a strategic mindset and a keen understanding of the digital marketing landscape. The job involves providing strategic leadership, collaborating with technical teams, and directing projects that optimize processes and amplify system capabilities.
Strategic Sourcing Manager (Charging Infrastructure Partnerships)
Company: Zoox
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 26, 2024
Zoox is seeking a leader for charging infrastructure and partnerships to support its robotaxi fleet. The role involves planning, developing, and executing charging infrastructure, managing utility partnerships, conducting research, identifying charging sites, and negotiating contracts. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree, at least 5 years of experience in charging infrastructure projects, and technical abilities in data analysis. Preferred qualifications include a master's degree, expertise in EVSE, strategic sourcing skills, and excellent communication abilities. The compensation package includes salary, RSUs, and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, with a range of $140,000 to $190,000. Zoox offers comprehensive benefits and is committed to diversity and innovation.
Chassis Engineer - Actuators/Foundation Brake
Company: Zoox
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 26, 2024
Zoox is seeking a mechanical engineer to lead the design and release of components for its innovative brake system. The role involves working with tier-one suppliers, managing component specifications, conducting failure mode analysis, and overseeing validation tests. The ideal candidate should have experience with CATIA V6, foundation brake and hydraulic distribution hardware designs, and supplier management. Zoox offers a competitive compensation package including salary, RSUs, and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The company is developing a fully autonomous vehicle fleet and aims to provide mobility-as-a-service in urban environments.
Research Lead
Company: Pika
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 24, 2024
Pika is seeking a Research Lead with expertise in developing AI solutions, particularly in large-scale models for visual or textual content. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of hands-on experience in machine learning model development, a history of publishing research at top conferences, and strong problem-solving skills. Pika aims to make video creation seamless and accessible using AI, and values efficiency, collaboration, and creativity. The company is based in Palo Alto, CA.
Staff Security Analyst, Customer Trust
Company: Navan
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 25, 2024
Navan, a leading corporate travel and expense management app, is seeking a Staff Security Analyst of Customer Trust. This role is crucial in maintaining and growing the Navan Customer Trust Program, ensuring high standards of security and compliance. The successful candidate will act as a point of contact for security enquiries, partner with internal teams, and develop customer-facing security documentation. They will also drive automation efforts to improve the program and engage with product engineering teams. Requirements include 5+ years of security and compliance experience, understanding of common certification requirements, and strong analytical and communication skills. Preferred qualifications include Big 4 experience and Information Security designations. The pay range is $127,500—$236,000 USD.
Senior Staff Physical Design Engineer
Company: Groq
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 26, 2024
Groq is a company that believes in an AI economy powered by human agency. They are working on a new technology called LPU Inference Engine that is designed to make AI more accessible and affordable. The company is looking for a Senior Physical Design Engineer to join their team and work on building high-performance, power-efficient chips for AI applications.
Evergreen: New College Grad Software Engineer (Front-End)
Company: Navan
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 24, 2024
The job posting describes a unique opportunity for an engineer to join a team of talented professionals in designing and building future payment and expense management applications. The role offers a startup-like environment with the benefits of a large company. Key responsibilities include building customer-facing UI, creating modular code, improving user experience, collaborating with global teams, and ensuring web performance. Required skills include knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and frontend framework experience. The pay range is $101,250—$175,000 USD.
Principal Data Software Engineer
Company: Match Group
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 25, 2024
Tinder, a global dating platform, is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to design and optimize their data platform. The role involves architecting a unified data platform, designing a scalable data lake, and implementing data governance and security protocols. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in data architecture, engineering solutions, and big data technologies. Tinder offers comprehensive benefits, including unlimited PTO, health coverage, and a 401(k) match. The company values diversity and inclusion.
(Senior) Medical Director, Physician and Translational Lead for Metabolism
Company: Insitro
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 25, 2024
The job posting is for a Senior Medical Director position at insitro, a drug discovery and development company. The role involves leading clinical trials for metabolic diseases and working with machine learning and data science teams to develop predictive disease models. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a target starting salary of $260,000-$350,000, equity incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Account Executive, Scribe (CA)
Company: Athelas
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 25, 2024
Commure aims to refocus healthcare on patient care by using AI and automation to streamline processes, reduce administrative burdens, and enhance safety. Their suite of solutions includes patient engagement tools, workflow automation, staff safety measures, remote monitoring, billing solutions, and automated dictation. Commure has experienced significant growth, supporting over 250,000 clinicians and patients, and is backed by leading investors. They seek a sales professional to drive new business, close deals, and align solutions with customer needs.
Data Science Manager - Supply Chain & Manufacturing
Company: ZS
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 24, 2024
ZS is a global healthcare transformation firm that values its employees and their unique identities. The company offers opportunities to lead end-to-end development of innovative ML-based enterprise products, architect AI-enabled data products, and engage with senior client leaders. The ideal candidate should have 9-14 years of experience in building AI/ML products, a degree from a Tier-1 institute, and a Masters or PhD in Comp. Sci. or allied areas. ZS provides a comprehensive total rewards package, flexible work arrangements, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Applications Engineer, GenAI Apps
Company: Workato
Location: Peninsula
Posted May 25, 2024
Workato is a powerful, low-code/no-code integration and automation platform trusted by top global brands. They foster a flexible, trust-oriented culture, offering a dynamic work environment and numerous benefits. As an Applications Engineer for Growth Products, you'll architect and develop AI-driven solutions, contributing to their GenAI app marketplace. Requirements include proven experience in building GenAI-based bots, expertise in prompt engineering for leading LLMs, strong communication skills, and 3-6 years of software engineering experience.