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.

Account Executive, Accountant Partnerships

Company: Bluevine

Location: Peninsula

Posted Apr 03, 2024

Bluevine is a dynamic fintech company seeking an experienced Account Executive to scale referrals from its network of Accountant and Bookkeeping partners. The role involves conducting high-velocity sales outreach, pitching Bluevine's banking solution, and cultivating relationships with accounting firms. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of inside sales experience, excellent pitch and presentation skills, and a strong internal drive. Bluevine offers competitive benefits including health coverage, 401K, PTO, mental health benefits, and more.

Head of Product

Company: Subspace Labs

Location: Peninsula

Posted Apr 03, 2024

Subspace is seeking a Head of Product to lead the development and execution of its product vision, transforming groundbreaking technology into user-centric solutions. The role involves collaborating with the CEO and CTO, managing a high-performing team, and engaging with the community. Requirements include a passion for AI, product experience in AI technologies and Web3/blockchain, blockchain proficiency, leadership skills, user-centric design, and an analytical mindset. The company offers remote work, competitive salary, equity, insurance, and global team off-sites.

Software Engineer, Computer Vision/Deep Learning

Company: Waymo

Location: Peninsula

Posted Apr 03, 2024

Waymo, an autonomous driving technology company, is seeking a machine learning expert to join their Perception Team. The role involves applying machine learning techniques to build multi-modal multi-task sensor fusion architectures for autonomous driving problems. The ideal candidate should have a BS degree in Computer Science or a similar discipline, 3+ years of experience, and expertise in Computer Vision and Machine Learning. Waymo offers competitive benefits including health and wellness, financial wellness, flexibility and time off, supporting families, community and personal development, and cool perks.

Sr. Director, Total Rewards

Company: Uniphore

Location: Peninsula

Posted Apr 03, 2024

Uniphore, a leading B2B AI-native company, is seeking a Sr Director of Total Rewards to define and execute compensation and benefits strategies. The role involves managing competitive pay, benefits, and recognition programs, ensuring compliance, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate should have deep global compensation and benefits expertise, strong analytical skills, and experience in AI or high-tech environments. Uniphore is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.

Technical Support Engineer

Company: Exabeam

Location: Peninsula

Posted Apr 03, 2024

Exabeam, a global cybersecurity leader, is seeking a Technical Support Engineer. The role involves managing critical situations, triaging escalations, and collaborating with various teams to drive resolution and improve product quality. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of technical support experience, preferably in cybersecurity, and knowledge of Linux. Familiarity with Perl, shell scripting, Docker, ELK, Hadoop, MongoDB, CentOS, Docker, Virtualization, Kafka, GCP, Salesforce, JIRA, and Datadog is a plus. The role is hybrid, requiring 2-3 days at the Foster City, CA HQ. Exabeam offers competitive benefits and is backed by prominent investors.

Senior FP&A Manager

Company: Skydio

Location: Peninsula

Posted Apr 03, 2024

Skydio, a leading US drone company, is seeking a talented FP&A professional for a hybrid role in San Mateo, CA. The role involves budgeting, financial analysis, and management reporting, with a focus on hardware development and manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate should have 5-10 years of experience in FP&A, Strategic Finance, or Operational Finance in a technology company, with a deep understanding of hardware business models and cost accounting fundamentals.

Head of Product Marketing

Company: Contrast Security

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 29, 2024

Contrast Security is seeking a Head of Product Marketing to lead global product marketing activities for their innovative application security solutions. The role involves defining product positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies, as well as developing sales enablement programs and content. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of enterprise product marketing experience, strong communication skills, and a business acumen. Contrast Security offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Manager, Accounting

Company: Bluevine

Location: Peninsula

Posted Apr 03, 2024

Bluevine, a dynamic fintech company with a mission to empower small business owners, is seeking a Manager, Accounting. The role involves leading the compensation and benefits accounting function, contributing to the month-end close, and collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate should have a CPA, 8+ years of relevant experience, and strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Bluevine offers competitive benefits including health coverage, 401K, PTO, mental health benefits, and more.

Principal Software Engineer, ML Platform

Company: Liftoff

Location: Peninsula

Posted Apr 03, 2024

Liftoff, a leading growth acceleration platform for the mobile industry, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for its Machine Learning Platform team. The role involves designing, engineering, and implementing reliable, scalable, and cost-efficient systems for deep learning models. The ideal candidate should have strong coding abilities, core CS fundamentals, 10+ years of industry experience, and 5+ years of experience in ML tooling or platforms. The position offers a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work remotely in select US locations. Liftoff is committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment.

Sales Representative - Higher Education (HE)

Company: swivl

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 29, 2024

<p>Swivl is a reflective tools company Were a passionate distributed team of technologists educators and innovators committed to improving our education system to meet the needs of the present and the future Over 75000 schools use our awardwinning tools and we are about to launch new productcategory defining tools We are a distributed team with offices in California and Kiev Ukraine This position can be remote but must be within the US <p> <p>Together with the sales lead the <strong>Sales Representative HE<strong> will develop proactive territory plans utilizing analytics and regional trends to create target lists and partnering with Sales Operations to build outbound campaigns This person will be responsible for developing and closing new sales opportunities within the Eastern territory This includes full sales life cycle development to existing customers and prospects After an initial training and upskilling period this role qualifies and develops both inbound and outbound sales activities and is responsible for penetrating and closing large educational institutions<p> <p><strong>What Youll Do<strong><p> <ul><li>Utilize a consultative approach to build and leverage deep multilevel relationships with key decisionmakers and influencers at universities and colleges<li> <li>Leverage established relationships to understand the customers goals and objectives and align Swivls offerings and value proposition to best meet those goals<li> <li>Work with the customer success team and the sales lead to develop strategic plans to address customerprospects priorities and pain points<li> <li>Learn to be an expert in Salesforce and other sales software tools<li> <li>Executes outbound sales initiatives for both existing upsell and dormant customers<li> <li>Hold virtual and facetoface sales activities to achieve quarterly and annual objectives<li> <li>Travel at least 25 of the time or as necessary to develop consultative relationships with leadership<li> <ul><p><strong>What Youll Need<strong><p> <ul><li>At least 5 years of prior HE experience preferably at the district level<li> <li>Proficiency in educational and classroom technology EdTech<li> <li>Confidence in communicating and collaborating with executivelevel personnel<li> <li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively convey insights and reports to management<li> <li>A collaborative mindset with the ability to work crossfunctionally and coordinate efforts with the sales and marketing team<li> <li>Selfmotivation to be resultsdriven with a passion for generating highquality leads and contributing to business growth<li> <li>Flexibility and enthusiasm about experimenting with new methodologies products and approaches<li> <li>Comfortability and excitement adapting to an everchanging and dynamic environment <li> <li>Bachelors degree in marketing business or a related field or equivalent work experience<li> <ul>

Senior Staff Security Engineer, Network & Cloud

Company: Groq

Location: Peninsula

Posted Apr 03, 2024

<div> <p><strong>At Groq <strong>We believe in an AI economy powered by human agency We envision a world where AI is accessible to all a world that demands processing power that is better faster and more affordable than is available today AI applications are currently constrained by the limitations of the Graphics Processing Unit GPU a technology originally developed for the gaming market and soon to become the weakest link in the AI economy<p> <p><strong>Enter Groqs LPU™ Inference Engine<strong> Specifically engineered for the demands of large language models LLMs the Language Processing Unit outpaces the GPU in speed power efficiency and costeffectiveness The quickest way to understand the opportunity is to watch the following talk <strong>groqlinkscspdemo<strong><p> <p><strong>Why join Groq<strong> AI will change humanity forever and we believe preservation of human agency and self determination is only possible if AI is made affordably and universally accessible Groqs LPUs will power AI from an early stage and you will get to leave your fingerprint on civilization<p> <div> <p><strong>Senior Staff Security Engineer Network amp Cloud<strong><p> <p><strong>About this role <strong><p> <p><span>As a Security Engineer focused on Networking and Google Cloud you will be responsible for designing implementing and maintaining security controls that protect the organizations networks and cloud infrastructure You will work closely with other security team members to ensure that security is integrated into all aspects of the organizations infrastructure<span><p> <p><span>This position will work across all areas of security but will be primarily responsible for architecture and leadership of network and cloud security improvements and processes<span><p> <p><span>Successful candidates work across team boundaries building infrastructure driving cultural adoption and reducing friction through automation <span><p> <p><strong>Responsibilities amp opportunities in this role<strong><p> <ul><li>Work effectively with other security team members to implement and maintain Groqs security program<li> <li>Design implement and maintain security controls to protect the organizations networks and cloud infrastructure<li> <li>Ensure security is integrated into all aspects of Groqs network engineering and cloud infrastructure<li> <li>Conduct periodic security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and recommend solutions to mitigate security risks<li> <li>Implement and manage network security devices such as firewalls intrusion detectionprevention systems and virtual private networks VPNs<li> <li>Analyze network traffic and logs to detect and respond to security incidents<li> <li>Identify areas of friction that are suitable for automation and develop and deploy automation to reduce grind<li> <li>Stay uptodate with the latest security threats vulnerabilities and industry best practices<li> <li>Drive a culture of security through security training and awareness efforts<li> <li>Participate in incident response and recovery efforts as needed<li> <li>Create and maintain effective and useful documentation<li> <ul><p><strong>Ideal candidates haveare<strong><p> <ul><li><span>Ability to build strong working relationships<span><li> <li><span>Highly selfmotivated and directed selfconfident and selfstarter<span><li> <li><span>Experience working in a fun fast paced and dynamic startup environment<span><li> <li><span>Ability to effectively prioritize and execute while working on multiple projects<span><li> <ul><p><strong>Qualifications for this role<strong><p> <p><em><span>At minimum<span><em><p> <ul><li><span>Bachelors degree in Computer Science similar technical field of study or equivalent practical experience<span><li> <li><span>Strong knowledge of networking protocols and technologies including TCPIP DNS DHCP VPN and routing protocols<span><li> <li><span>Experience with cloud security technologies and services such as Google Cloud Platform GCP security tools and services IAM and VPC<span><li> <li><span>Experience with security tools such as vulnerability scanners IDSIPS and SIEM<span><li> <li><span>Strong problemsolving and analytical skills<span><li> <li><span>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills<span><li> <li><span>Ability to work independently and as part of a team<span><li> <li><span>Ability to automate routine tasks and reduce general friction in operations processes<span><li> <li><span>Experience architecting and developing distributed systems design<span><li> <ul><p><em><span>Highly valued not required<span><em><p> <ul><li><span>Relevant certifications such as CISSP CCNP Security or Google Cloud Security Engineer are helpful but knowledge amp experience are essential<span><li> <li><span>Experience with administration and security of selfhosted Gitlab Enterprise Edition a plus<span><li> <li><span>Configuration management tooling such as Ansible Salt Chef and Puppet<span><li> <ul><p><strong>Attributes of a Groqster<strong><p> <ul><li>Humility Egos are checked at the door<li> <li>Collaborative amp Team Savvy We make up the smartest person in the room together<li> <li>Growth amp Giver Mindset Learn it all versus know it all we share knowledge generously<li> <li>Curious amp Innovative Take a creative approach to projects problems and design<li> <li>Passion Grit amp Boldness no limit thinking fueling informed risk taking<li> <ul><p>If this sounds like you wed love to hear from you<p> <p><span><strong>Compensation<strong> At Groq a competitive base salary is part of our comprehensive compensation package which includes equity and benefits For this role the base salary range is $189900 to $332300 determined by your skills qualifications experience and internal benchmarks<span><p> <div> <p><strong>Location <strong>Groq is a geoagnostic company meaning you work where you are Exceptional candidates will thrive in asynchronous partnerships and remote collaboration methods Some roles may require being located near our primary sites as indicated in the job description <p> <p><strong>At Groq <strong>Our goal is to hire and promote an exceptional workforce as diverse as the global populations we serve Groq is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity inclusion and belonging in all aspects of our organization We value and celebrate diversity in thought beliefs talent expression and backgrounds We know that our individual differences make us better<p> <p><br ><p><div> <div> <p><p> <div> <div> <p><em><span>Groq is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity disability or protected veteran status We also take affirmative action to offer employment opportunities to minorities women individuals with disabilities and protected veterans<span><em><p> <p><em><span>Groq is committed to working with qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities Applicants who would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or who need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact us at hrgroqcom<span><span><span><span> <span><span>This contact information is for accommodation requests only Evaluation of requests for reasonable accommodations will be determined on a casebycase basis <span>LIRemote<span><span><em><p> <div>

Senior Software Engineer - Cloud Data Platform

Company: Guidewire Software

Location: Peninsula

Posted Apr 03, 2024

Guidewire is seeking a passionate and experienced data platform engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate should have expertise in building cloud-native data platforms and analytics SaaS services using modern Big Data stack (Kafka, Hadoop, Spark, Flink, Hive) and Java/Scala. The role involves designing and building large-scale real-time stream processing systems, micro-services, and analytics SaaS solutions. The candidate will work in a collaborative environment, using cutting-edge technologies, and have hands-on coding experience. The position requires strong technical communication skills, system design skills, and understanding of microservices architecture patterns. Guidewire values autonomy, empowerment, and inclusivity, and offers opportunities for skill development and career growth.

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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