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.

Reliability Engineer

Company: Zoox

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Zoox is seeking a Reliability Engineer with a Masters-level engineering degree and 2+ years of experience. The role involves establishing reliability performance targets for ECUs, driving DFMEA processes, and developing test plans. The candidate will also pave the way for field deployment by identifying reliability performance improvement opportunities. Zoox offers competitive compensation, including salary, RSUs, and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, along with a comprehensive benefits package. The company is developing a fully autonomous vehicle fleet and is committed to diversity and innovation.

Senior Scientist/Staff Scientist, DMPK

Company: Septerna

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Septerna, a biotechnology company, is seeking a talented scientist for their Clinical Pharmcology and Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (CP&DMPK) group. The role involves designing and managing nonclinical studies, analyzing DMPK-related data, and collaborating cross-functionally. The ideal candidate should have a doctorate degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related discipline, experience in in vitro DMPK assays, and strong knowledge of drug metabolism, PK, and physicochemical property principles. The company offers a competitive salary range of $128,000 - $155,000, benefits, stock options, and annual target bonus.

Enterprise Architecture Leader

Company: Zuora

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Zuora is a company that specializes in the Subscription Economy, helping businesses transition to recurring relationships and sustainable growth. The Architecture Leader role is crucial in shaping and optimizing the organization's infrastructure, systems, and technology strategy. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in digital transformation, strategic leadership, and technology implementation, with a focus on SaaS & AI applications, rationalization, governance, and modern, secure, and scalable architecture. The role involves developing a forward-thinking technology architecture vision, aligning with business goals, and driving organizational change.

Sr. Sales Executive

Company: Visa Inc,

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

<p><b>Company Description<b> <p><p>Visa is a world leader in payments and technology with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers merchants financial institutions and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative convenient reliable and secure payments network enabling individuals businesses and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose to uplift everyone everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid<p> <p>Make an impact with a purposedriven industry leader Join us today and experience Life at Visa<p> <p><b>Job Description<b> <p><p>The Senior Director Small Business SMB Solutions Sales leads a team of Small Business sales leaders that serve as subject matter experts supporting key issuing clients within the US market The role is responsible for leading and driving sales thought leadership and client optimization efforts with an existing portfolio of clients focused on identifying ways to deepen our partnership through products platforms and services You are a seasoned collaborative sales executive with deep expertise in Small Business who can drive results in a matrixed environment This role reports into the VP Head of Small Business for North America<p> <p><br >Position Scope<p> <ul><li>Lead a team of sales specialists These sales specialists have an assigned portfolio of key Small Business credit and debit issuer clients In addition to leading the team you will also manage a set of assigned clients This team drives sales education and engagement including product offerings and initiatives across all market segments<li> <li>Deliver on targets sales goals and client portfolio purchase volume growth Manage a team of Sales Specialists focused on delivering a robust sales pipeline<li> <li>Identification through to close of new Small Business Sales opportunities within the clients including but not limited to new products new platforms new partnerships and new services These initiatives may be executed in the form of formal RFPs or adhoc sales conversations identified throughout the course of the ongoing engagement with the client<li> <li>Foster deep issuing client engagements through development and delivery of ongoing portfolio management and reviews including analysis of business metrics overview of portfolio level performances and provision of issuerspecific findings and recommendations based within the context of broader market and industry trends<li> <li>Drive further client engagement with Visa Consulting and Analytics and custom consulting engagements these include customer spend and behavioral profiles market segmentation competitive product and program assessment identification of new segment opportunities and championing relevant opportunities to improve issuers Small Business Visa strategy or offerings in the marketplace<li> <li>Work with internal stakeholders within Visa to provide input and voice of the customer to refine and build new Small Business product partnerships amp platform enhancements<li> <li>Manage internal relationships with Account Executive teams issuer merchant cobrand and work collaboratively and proactively lead across functional teams including marketing consulting benchmarking Client Services Visa Consulting amp Analytics Visa Research Government Engagement and others to develop and execute annual strategic plans and key initiatives<li> <li>Work collaboratively to lead the development and growth of strategic partnerships that complement our segment<li> <li>Lead as the SME on Cobrand related efforts including driving the value of Visa Small business with potential and existing merchant Cobrand partners and Visa Cobrand teams Activities include product launch or expansion exploration RFP responses product value proposition and portfolio optimization<li> <li>Lead a strategy that fosters relationships with critical industry stakeholders within the Small Business landscape such as industry partnerships and associations demonstrating the value of Visa Small Business Manage the strategy and execution plan for Visa Small Business presence at key events as well as developing and delivering presentations to senior and larger audiences<li> <li>Lead various adhoc internal projects as assigned<li> <li>Attract and retain a high performing diverse team of sales specialists <li> <ul><p>THIS ROLE DOES NOT SUPPORT IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP<p> <p>THIS ROLE DOES NOT SUPPORT RELOCATION<p> <p><strong>This is a hybrid position<strong> Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 23 set days a week determined by leadershipsite with a general guidepost of being in the office 50 or more of the time based on business needs<p> <p><b>Qualifications<b> <p><p> 10 years experience in card payments industry MBA or equivalent strongly preferred with 46+ years experience in small business product sales or portfolio management and product marketing disciplines<br > Experienced sales leader with a proven track record of exceeding goals<br > Form and lead a team of sales professionals<br > Ability to interpret data and translate findings into strategic insights and actionable recommendations<br > Strong analytical skills and business case development experience<br > Strong public speaking and presentation experience large and small groups<br > Experience presenting to and building relationships with senior management level audiences both internally and externally<br > Ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross functional areas to influence and achieve consensus on goals and objectives<br > Analytical factbased and the ability to synthesize and organize datainformation<br > Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to influence and communicate effectively across technical teams and business teams<br > Excellent planning organizational and critical thinking skills<br > Up to 25 travel<p> <p><b>Additional Information<b> <p><p><strong><u>Work Hours<u><strong> Varies upon the needs of the department<p> <p><strong><u>Travel Requirements<u><strong> This position requires travel 510 of the time<p> <p><strong><u>MentalPhysical Requirements<u><strong> This position will be performed in an office setting The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk communicate in person and by telephone frequently operate standard office equipment such as telephones and computers<p> <p>Visa is an EEO Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or protected veteran status Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law<p> <p>Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code<p> <p><strong>US APPLICANTS ONLY The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 19230000 to 25000000 USD per year which may include potential sales incentive payments if applicable Salary may vary depending on jobrelated factors which may include knowledge skills experience and location In addition this position may be eligible for bonus and equity Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical Dental Vision 401 k FSAHSA Life Insurance Paid Time Off and Wellness Program<strong><p>

Director of Marketing Operations

Company: Snorkel AI

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Snorkel AI is a company dedicated to democratizing AI by providing a data development platform. They aim to improve time to production and quality of AI results for enterprises. They are seeking a growth-oriented marketing operations leader to build a world-class team, improve marketing contribution, and streamline workflows. The role is hybrid and requires in-person work in Redwood City. The pay range is between $175,000 and $230,000.

Recruiting Coordinator (Contract)

Company: Applied Intuition

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Applied Intuition is a vehicle software supplier that accelerates the adoption of safe and intelligent machines worldwide. They are looking for Recruiting Coordinators to join their Recruiting Operations team on a contract.

Data Engineer

Company: Genentech

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is seeking a Data Engineering Lead to create a next-generation data engine for their Translational Genomics initiative. The role involves architecting and delivering scalable pipelines, frameworks, and platforms on AWS, working with a cross-functional team, and collaborating across the informatics organization. The successful candidate will have a BS in a computational discipline with 8 years of experience or a Masters with 5 years of experience, and exceptional communication skills. The position offers a highly collaborative research environment, access to large multimodal omic datasets, state-of-the-art technologies, and a healthy work-life balance. The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $130,100 - 241,500.

Senior Strategic Events Manager, Americas

Company: Alation

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

<p><b>Due to its remote and hybrid culture Alation conducts all of its interviewing and onboarding virtually<b><p> <p><br ><p> <p><span>Big Data isnt a problem Its an opportunity<span><p> <p><br ><p> <p><span>At Alation we help people find understand and trust data So they not only excel in their work they drive value for their enterprise team and role In the words of one customer Alation makes me look like a rockstar<span><p> <p><br ><p> <p><span>We help companies you know and trust empower their people with the best data every day Alation helps <span>Discover Financial Services<span> quickly generate value from their data to create the product and customer service innovations that help the iconic credit card company remain number one in customer satisfaction And real estate giant <span>Keller Williams<span> uses Alation to govern the more than 70 TB of data that empowers their global team of over 190000 agents<span><p> <p><br ><p> <p><span>With $340M in funding valued at over $17 billion and 550+ customers including 40 of Fortune 100 companies Alation is poised to capitalize on data as an opportunity Headquartered in Silicon Valley Alation was named to <span>Inc Magazines Best Workplaces list<span> for the fourth time Do you want to join a team that welcomes new ideas supports your growth and recognizes your unique value<span><p> <p><br ><p> <p><span>Join us<span><p> <p><br ><p> <p><span>Alation is seeking a strategic and datadriven events marketer This individual will own the overall strategy execution and management of our largest event sponsorship investments and our largescale hosted event programs and create a central repository for repeatable national regional marketing roadshows The scope of the role includes strategy planning budget execution partner sponsorships contentthemes suppliervendor management and postevent reviewreporting<span><p> <p><br ><p> <p><span>This role is for you if you are someone who not only has an unmatched passion for events marketing but also understands how events contribute to the goals of connecting people raising brand awareness engaging with customers and prospective customers and most importantly generatinginfluencing pipeline<span><p> <p><br ><p> <p><span>This position reports to the Director Regional Marketing Americas Although the role is fully remote the desired location of this individual will be in the Bay Area<span><p> <p><b>What youll do<b> <p><ul><li>First and foremost youre up for the challenge of executing bestinclass events to drive millions in pipeline accounting for roughly 20 of marketing targets<li> <li>Driving overall event strategy for both major industry events and companyhosted events including assessing how events should fall into the overall marketing mix<li> <li>Maintain events calendar and manage the budget for all hosted and national thirdparty events to closely align with the companys quarterly and annual themes and objectives<li> <li>Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders ensuring their needs and expectations are met<li> <li>Facilitate preevent planning and prep meetings with various stakeholders from marketing sales and product<li> <li>Coordinate with leadership to complete comprehensive event plans and project deliverables A clear understanding and articulation of each event its unique market position and target audiences is key<li> <li>Clearly articulate event goals and obsess over postevent review for continuous learning<li> <li>Coordinate event logistics and onsite event support where necessary provide virtual event support for onsite teamstaff<li> <li>Collaborate with the brand design team to create bestinclass event booth designs that draw crowds and align with the companys brand strategy<li> <li>Collaborate closely with the regional marketing team to support strategic partner and industryspecific events including ancillary events executive meetings onsite execution and sales enablement<li> <li>Identify and coordinate with potential speakers eg internal customers thought leaders for event panel and speaking session opportunities the ability to storytell and assist with content creation is a must<li> <li>Work with marketing operations to create and regularly review reports and have a deep understanding of marketing funnel success metrics eg MQLs SQLs SALs pipeline closed revenue for all events You will have plenty of support for reporting but a high level of fluency with numbers and reporting is critical to success<li> <li>Facilitate gathering feedback from crossfunctional partners and evaluate all event outcomes to provide postevent ROI analysis<li> <li>For Alationowned events research and secure venues negotiate contracts and compare costs to make quick yet calculated decisions<li> <li>Align with the regional marketing team to cocreate a comprehensive sales enablement playbook for each event to drive success and adoptionpromotion<li> <li>Establish key performance indicators KPIs to measure the success of events<li> <ul><p><b>You should have<b> <p><ul><li>A positive attitude a team player mentality and an unmatched love and enthusiasm for all things events<li> <li>8+ years planning and executing thirdparty and hosted events preferably for a highgrowth B2B company<li> <li>A demand generation mindset for event assessment planning and execution<li> <li>Bachelors degree in marketing communications or relevant experience event certifications CMP CTSM DES etc are a plus<li> <li>Experience owning 7 figure budgets and hundreds of millions in pipeline<li> <li>Experience communicating with and presenting to senior executives VIPs customers and partners<li> <li>Deep understanding of working with partners to secure event sponsorships<li> <li>Outstanding skills in problemsolving project management creative thinking writtenverbal communication and presenting<li> <li>A selfstarter mentality with impeccable organization and a strong attention to detail<li> <li>A proven track record of hitting deadlines managing multiple projects concurrently and managing shifting priorities<li> <li>Ability to travel to events and customer sites as needed as much as 40 of the time<li> <li>Ability to travel domestically in the US as well as internationally and possess all necessary paperwork ex ID card drivers license passport etc<li> <li>Knowledge of Asana Tableau Salesforce Briefing Source Goldcast and Splash is a plus<li> <ul><p> <p><p>LIKS1<p> <p>LIRemote<p> <p><br ><p> <p><b>More About Alation<b><p> <p>Our founders have come together from different backgrounds business engineering and design This unique mix from our founding team is important to the Alation culture story Today our team consists of creators and communicators with varied backgrounds from Stanford to the Indian Institute of Technology big companies and oneperson startups the United States and abroad We continue to seek ever more diverse perspectives as we grow<p> <p><br ><p> <p>We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company We do not discriminate on<p> <p>the basis of race name religion color national origin gender identity and expression sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status<p> <p><br ><p> <p><b>Why Alation<b><p> <p> MarketLeading Data Catalog Provider<p> <p> Highgrowth collaborative environment with diverse and inclusive teams<p> <p> Continuous learning enrichment and development opportunities<p> <p> Competitive pay and health offerings including commuter benefits<p> <p> Flexible time off to relax and recharge<p> <p>and much much more<p> <p><p>

Software Engineer - Control

Company: Applied Intuition

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Applied Intuition, a leading vehicle software supplier, is seeking a software engineer with expertise in autonomous vehicle control. The role involves developing high-performance control modules for off-road vehicles, characterizing vehicle dynamics, and collaborating with customers. The ideal candidate should have a passion for tackling challenging control problems, 3+ years of production software experience, and fluency in differential equations, numerical optimization, and physics. The salary range is $65,000 to $400,000 annually.

Sr. Policy Communications Manager

Company: Earnin

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

EarnIn is a financial technology company that provides earned wage access to its community members. The company is looking for a Sr. Policy Communications Manager to join its Office of the CEO.

Senior Manager, IT Infrastructure & Data Platforms

Company: Zoox

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Zoox is seeking a Sr. Manager for its IT Platform team to lead a dynamic engineering team responsible for architecting, deploying, and managing the foundational technology infrastructure for autonomous vehicle and AI research. The role involves overseeing critical IT infrastructure, including data centers, cloud environments, high-performance computing, virtualization, storage solutions, databases, and essential services. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of relevant technical experience, with 5+ years in leading engineering teams and managing managers. They should possess a solid understanding of distributed systems, containerization, and cloud infrastructure, and have a proven track record of building and operating scalable, highly available services. The candidate will manage managers and a 25+ person engineering team, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement. They will interface with stakeholders, providing strategic insights and acting as a thought leader in adopting technology-driven solutions. Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem, aiming to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments.

Sr. Flight Test Engineer

Company: Reliable Robotics Corporation

Location: Peninsula

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Reliable Robotics is seeking a Senior Flight Test Engineer to join their Integration & Test team. The role involves verifying the function and capabilities of modified flight control systems for a remotely operated autoflight system. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 7+ years of experimental flight test experience, and the ability to draft test plans and act as test director. Preferred skills include an FAA private pilot's license, experience with computer science languages, and a willingness to travel up to 25% of the time. The estimated salary range is $153,500 to $208,000 annually, plus benefits and stock options. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, and does not discriminate based on various factors.

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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