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 Manager, Strategic Finance - Travel

Company: Navan

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 03, 2024

<p>We are seeking a seasoned finance leader to manage the planning for our travel business This person will be responsible for endtoend financial support of the travel business including the planning process defining and tracking key financial metrics and supporting the development of the overall business strategy for travel This role will also be responsible for driving scale and process optimization into the work we do to effectively support our travel business as it continues to grow<p> <p><strong>What Youll Do<strong><p> <ul><li>Act as the Strategic Finance lead providing centralized support for our travel business working closely with the CEO of Travel Head of Travel Sales Head of Account Management and other crossfunctionalexternal partners<li> <li>Own financial reporting including BOD materials monthly business reviews benchmarking and other analyses with a focus on driving actionable insights<li> <li>Go deep and understand the business drivers to develop insights across segments and cohorts proactively identifying areas of opportunity and risk<li> <li>Lead financial planning for our travel business eg Annual and Long Range Planning partnering across the Strategic Finance team and the business to define the calendar standardized templates and support consolidation<li> <li>Help define and deliver the strategy for our travel product and answer key questions business leaders are wrestling with including GTM plans pricing partnerships customer profitability and MampA opportunities where needed<li> <li>Partner with Data Science and Operations on requirements to identify and improve systems and tools needed to effectively scale with business growth<li> <li>Develop a high caliber team to scale with the business<li> <ul><p><strong>What Were Looking For<strong><p> <ul><li>8+ years of progressive professional experience in Strategic Finance or related field experience operating in a rapidly scaling business andor advanced certification eg MBACFACPA a plus<li> <li>Be a strategic partner to the business and influence the overall product strategy<li> <li>Finance minded with strong operational focus to drive process systems and execution in a scalable and repeatable way<li> <li>Prior Strategic Finance experience combined with business unitoperationalstrategic roles is a plus <li> <li>Able to roll up sleeves and go deep into the business analytics understanding details while managing executive level communication<li> <li>Proven ability to build strong collaborative working relationships with the business while effectively working cross functionally to drive alignment<li> <li>Exceptional analytical capabilities and business acumen with the ability to simplify and distill complex business information in a consumable way <li> <li>Ability to deal effectively with ambiguity and thrive in an unstructured fastpaced environment <li> <li>Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills including verbal and written communication skills<li> <li>Must be able to work in a Matrix leading both direct and indirect reports<li> <ul><div> <div> <div> <p>The posted pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the compensation for this position and is subject to change based on business need To determine a successful candidates starting pay we carefully consider a variety of factors including primary work location an evaluation of the candidates skills and experience market demands and internal parity<br >For roles with ontargetearnings OTE the pay range includes both base salary and target incentive compensation Target incentive compensation for some roles may include a ramping draw period Compensation is higher for those who exceed targets Candidates may receive more information from the recruiter<p> <div> <p>Pay Range<p> <p><span>$138750<span><span><span><span>$249000 USD<span><p> <div> <div>

Device Engineer I

Company: Gilead Sciences, Inc

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 03, 2024

Gilead Sciences is seeking a self-motivated and organized individual with a degree in chemical engineering, bioengineering, mechanical engineering, or a related scientific field to conduct testing of drug delivery devices, contribute to test method development, and author technical reports. The role involves working on regulatory filing content, technology transfer, and supporting product quality investigations. The company offers a competitive salary range, benefits, and a work environment that respects individual differences and promotes diversity.

Fleet Data Engineer - Compute Performance

Company: Zoox

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 04, 2024

Zoox is seeking an experienced automation engineer to join the Software Core Performance team. The role involves creating automated monitoring and analysis for performance tooling, building tools for performance data storage and analysis, and working cross-functionally to integrate performance tooling with Zoox's continuous integration and release management processes. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in software development, proficiency in Python and C++, and experience with continuous integration systems. Zoox offers a competitive compensation package including salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units, and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Senior Manager, Strategic Finance - GTM

Company: Navan

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 03, 2024

<p>The Strategic Finance team at Navan is looking for a leader to own the operational and financial planning process across our GotoMarket organization This person will help to identify and refine key drivers and metrics that are fundamental to sustainable growth This role will help automatescale our critical metricsreporting while partnering with the business and providing actionable insights to move the business forward<p> <p><strong>What Youll Do<strong><p> <ul><li>Partnering with GTM leadership and the broader executive team to <li> <ul><li>Plan and manage operational resourcing and budgets across GTM eg Sales and Marketing spend<li> <li>Evaluate strategic initiatives and risks and opportunities to grow the business<li> <li>Keep a pulse on develop an independent point of view and report on performance while providing recommendations to drive results<li> <li>Help build an efficient high growth company by focusing on the right investments for the GTM organization as we scale eg LTV to CAC analysis and tracking<li> <ul><li>Working with our operating teams to<li> <ul><li>Ensure sufficient sales capacity and demand generation to support our sales growth<li> <li>Manage financial processes such as close quarterlyannual planning and external reporting as required<li> <li>Provide financial guidance on business critical topics such as revenue forecasting sales compensation sales capacity demand generation planning and pricing<li> <li>Develop and mentor a team and crossfunctional relationships as our business and organization grows<li> <ul><ul><p><strong>What Were Looking For<strong><p> <ul><li>Have 6+ years of work experience in Strategic Finance or related field experience operating in a rapidly scaling business andor advanced certification eg MBACFACPA a plus<li> <li>Have experience managing a team with a track record of being able to retain coach and recruit top finance talent<li> <li>Have extensive competency in building and auditing sophisticated financial models and large data sets<li> <li>Be able to build trust with stakeholders and leaders across the organization and drive results<li> <li>Be entrepreneurial and have an enthusiastic get stuff done mentality<li> <li>Thrive in ambiguous and fastmoving environments while providing accurate data and insights that drive focused action<li> <ul><div> <div> <div> <p>The posted pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the compensation for this position and is subject to change based on business need To determine a successful candidates starting pay we carefully consider a variety of factors including primary work location an evaluation of the candidates skills and experience market demands and internal parity<br >For roles with ontargetearnings OTE the pay range includes both base salary and target incentive compensation Target incentive compensation for some roles may include a ramping draw period Compensation is higher for those who exceed targets Candidates may receive more information from the recruiter<p> <div> <p>Pay Range<p> <p><span>$138750<span><span><span><span>$249000 USD<span><p> <div> <div>

PreSales Solutions Engineer

Company: Moveworks

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 03, 2024

Moveworks, a leading copilot platform for automating employee support, is seeking a Presales Solutions Engineer. The role involves acting as a product champion and technical consultant, demonstrating the value of the Moveworks platform, and partnering with customers to document their requirements. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of pre-sales or post-sales experience, a solid understanding of cloud architecture, and the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences. The role offers a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology.

Senior Epic Cogito Palette Administrator (Hybrid)

Company: Stanford Health Care

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 03, 2024

Stanford Health Care is seeking a Senior Epic Cogito Palette Admin to join their team. The role involves configuration, operation, and upgrade of Epic Cogito tools, including SlicerDicer, Reporting Workbench, Epic Metrics, and Radar Dashboards. The candidate will develop Cogito solutions, provide user support, and collaborate with Epic application teams. The ideal candidate should have a BS/BA in information or business, four years of BI solution design and development experience, two years of Epic SlicerDicer administration, and five years of healthcare experience. The role requires expertise in SQL, Lean concepts, and effective communication skills. Stanford Health Care values diversity and offers a competitive pay scale.

Senior Accountant

Company: Imply

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 03, 2024

Imply, a company revolutionizing the analytics market with its Apache Druid-based database, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant. The role involves managing international subsidiaries' accounting operations, ensuring timely and accurate accounting, and supporting the US accounting team. The ideal candidate should have 8+ years of accounting experience, be a CPA, and have a strong understanding of US GAAP. Imply offers comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation, ranging from $90,000 to $225,000. The company values diversity and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every requirement.

Full Stack Software Engineer

Company: Celonis

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 03, 2024

<p>Were Celonis the global leader in Process Mining technology and one of the worlds fastestgrowing SaaS firms We believe there is a massive opportunity to unlock productivity by placing data and intelligence at the core of business processes and for that we need you to join us<br ><strong>The Team<strong><br >Celonis USA is the fastest growing division of one of the worlds fastest growing companies Come join us on the ground floor with a friendly team led by experienced coworkers to design and build new simplified highly functional frontends Youll encounter a variety of technical challenges and work closely with PM and UX partners to build best in class user experiences Youll present big data in creative and insightful ways while scaling the product to 100x its current user base<br >Join us if you want to grow in your engineering knowledge career and leave your mark on a rapidly growing company<br ><strong>The Role<strong><br >As a Full Stack Engineer youre responsible for delivering beautiful experiences to Celonis EMS users You will be at the frontier of frontend development pushing the boundaries of product UX and engineering to quickly grow our EMS platform with easy to use experiences<br >Users desire to explore and identify insights to optimize their unique business processes using complex internal data To help them we are building a suite of simple and compelling analysis workflows that deliver rich visualizations enable collaboration provide actionable insights and save time and money<br >If you are looking to be challenged in frontend and build solutions that scale Celonis is the environment for you to thrive There are a variety of tech stacks at Celonis including but not limited to Angular Typescript HTML5 SASS Java server Vertica DB and more We focus on building beautiful extensible performant and reliable frontend applications<br >Your work at Celonis will directly impact companies and people around the globe as they improve their processes to save money reduce waste improve automation and generally become more efficient For example Celonis can help a company understand their carbon footprint in order to reduce CO2 emissions and deliver a healthier planet for future generations<br ><strong>The work youll do<strong><br ><p><ul><li>Design and implement new userfacing features visual components and performant and scalable microservices<li> <li>Write clean understandable and testable code<li> <li>Provide feedback on the designs and code of peers <li> <li>Manage individual project priorities deadlines and deliverables<li> <li>Document development procedures concepts and knowledge<li> <li>Build launch and maintain features in production<li> <li>Help define a fun and inclusive engineering culture <li> <ul><p> <br ><strong>The qualifications you need<strong><br ><p><ul><li>Bachelors degree or equivalent practical experience<li> <li>3+ years of experience in frontend server development eg <ul><li>Frontend Angular TypeScriptJavaScript HTML5 CSSSCSS<li> <li>Server Java CC++ Python NodeJS<li> <ul><li> <li>Strong communication and collaboration skills<li> <li>Passion and motivation to learn and grow as a software engineer<li> <ul><p> <br >Visa sponsorship is not offered for this role<br >The base salary range below is for the role in the specified location based on a Full Time Schedule <br >Total compensation package will include base salary + bonuscommission + equity + benefits health dental life 401k and paid time off Please note that the base salary range is a guideline and that the actual total compensation offer will be determined based on various factors including but not limited to applicants qualifications skills experiences and location <br >The base salary range below is for the role in California based on a Full Time Schedule <br >$150000 $183000 USD <br ><strong>What Celonis can offer you<strong><br ><p><ul><li>The unique opportunity to work with industryleading process mining technology<li> <li>Investment in your personal growth and skill development clear career paths internal mobility opportunities LampD platform mentorships and more<li> <li>Great compensation and benefits packages equity restricted stock units life insurance time off generous leave for new parents from day one and more<li> <li>Physical and mental wellbeing support subsidized gym membership access to counseling virtual events on wellbeing topics and more<li> <li>A global and growing team of Celonauts from diverse backgrounds to learn from and work with<li> <li>An openminded culture with innovative autonomous teams<li> <li>Business Resource Groups to help you feel connected valued and seen BlackCelonis WomenCelonis ParentsCelonis PrideCelonis ResilienceCelonis and more<li> <li>A clear set of company values that guide everything we do Live for Customer Value The Best Team Wins We Own It and Earth Is Our Future<li> <ul><p> <br ><strong>About Us<strong><br >Since 2011 Celonis has helped thousands of the worlds largest and most valued companies deliver immediate cash impact radically improve customer experience and reduce carbon emissions Its Process Intelligence platform uses industryleading process mining technology and AI to present companies with a living digital twin of their endtoend processes For the first time everyone in an organisation has a common language about how the business works visibility into where value is hidden and the ability to capture it Celonis is headquartered in Munich Germany and New York USA and has more than 20 offices worldwide<br >Join us as we make processes work for people companies and the planet<br >Celonis is an equal opportunity employer We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees Different makes us better <br >Accessibility and Candidate Notices<p>

Misfit Mammoth (I don't see the right role)

Company: Mammoth Biosciences

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 03, 2024

Mammoth Biosciences, founded by CRISPR pioneers, is developing innovative gene editing therapies and diagnostics. They are seeking talented individuals to join their team, emphasizing equal opportunity and vaccination requirements. The company's mission is to transform patient lives through CRISPR technologies.

People Operations Analyst (Mountain View)

Company: Lightmatter

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 03, 2024

Lightmatter, a photonic computer company, is seeking a People Operations Specialist with 5-8 years of HR operations experience. The role involves managing HR systems, benefits planning, payroll processing, vendor relationships, and new employee onboarding. The company offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health care, 401k matching, and a flexible workplace model. The ideal candidate should have a human-first approach, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for operational excellence.

Infrastructure Manager

Company: Zuora

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 03, 2024

Zuora is a company that specializes in the Subscription Economy, helping businesses transition to recurring relationships and sustainable growth. The Infrastructure Manager role is crucial in managing and optimizing Zuora's IT infrastructure, systems, and technology uptime, availability, and security. The role involves strategic planning, design, deployment, maintenance, team leadership, vendor management, security and compliance, disaster recovery, budgeting, documentation, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in IT infrastructure management, strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and a proven track record in managing IT infrastructure projects.

Fullstack Software Engineer, Applications

Company: Haus.io

Location: Peninsula

Posted May 03, 2024

The job posting is for a Backend engineer or similar role at Haus, a startup recognized as one of 2024's exceptional startups. The role involves building and maintaining APIs, user experiences, and monitoring tools to enhance user experience and increase ROI. The company values diversity, experimentation, and direct communication.

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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