Tech Jobs in Peninsula

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Peninsula, anchored by the San Francisco Peninsula, remains the beating heart of Silicon Valley. With 18,951 tech openings, the region attracts top talent through its dense network of venture capital, world‑class research institutions, and a culture that rewards innovation.

Tech talent here works for a mix of industry titans and dynamic startups. Google, Apple, Meta, and LinkedIn dominate the large‑company scene, while companies like Stripe, Instacart, Canva, and Palantir drive the startup pulse. The Peninsula also hosts cutting‑edge biotech and fintech firms in Palo Alto, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, and Menlo Park.

Living cost in the Peninsula is high—median home prices exceed $2.5 million and rent averages above $3,500/month. Salary transparency gives candidates a clear picture of how compensation stacks against living expenses, helping them negotiate offers that truly meet their financial needs.

Senior Software Engineer, Gameplay

Company: 31st Union

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 09, 2023

31st Union is looking for a Gameplay Systems Engineer for their multiplatform multiplayer character-action game. The ideal candidate should have strong organization skills, production C++ experience, software architecture proficiency, and experience with 3D Math, Physics, and spacial reasoning. The position offers a competitive salary range and additional benefits. The company values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities.

Senior Software Engineer, Engine

Company: 31st Union

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 09, 2023

31st Union is looking for a Senior Engine Programmer to work on their AAA multiplatform title. The company values diversity and offers equal employment opportunities. They are offering a competitive salary range and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. The position is in California and the base pay offered is based on market location.

Senior Software Engineer, Animation

Company: 31st Union

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 09, 2023

31st Union is looking for an experienced Senior Animation Engineer to help bring their stylized game to life. The role involves developing, iterating, and maintaining various animation systems and rigs, collaborating with animators and technical artists, and providing solutions to animation/rigging issues. The candidate should have strong C++ coding skills, experience with networked, high-fidelity character animations, and designing animation pipelines. The position offers a competitive salary range and benefits. The company values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities.

Senior UI Artist

Company: 31st Union

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 09, 2023

31st Union is seeking a Senior UI Artist to join their diverse and inclusive team. The role involves shaping the visual art to support the overall game design and user experience. The candidate should have strong UI abilities, experience in game engines, and be able to work in a team. The company offers equal employment opportunities and a competitive compensation package.

Product Manager, Web

Company: Mill

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 09, 2023

Mill is a company focused on preventing food waste, a significant climate problem. They are looking for a Product Manager to lead their website strategy, drive sales using data, and improve the user experience. The estimated base salary range is $175k to $200k.

Staff Data Scientist - Experimentation

Company: MOLOCO

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 08, 2023

Moloco is a company that uses advanced machine learning to help app publishers and online retailers improve their user acquisition, retention, and monetization campaigns. The company has received recognition for its technology and is in a period of rapid growth. They offer competitive benefits and are looking for a data scientist to join their team.

Software Engineer, Data Infrastructure (6+ years of experience)

Company: Airtable

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 08, 2023

Airtable is seeking a Data Infrastructure team member to help architect, build, and scale their data platform. The role involves working on data collection and processing pipelines, using technologies like RedShift, Airflow, Kinesis, and Spark. The successful candidate will enable data products and data-driven decisions across the company, collaborating with various teams to understand business data needs. The ideal candidate is passionate about building scalable systems, has experience with modern data storage and processing technologies, and can write clear, correct code in at least one programming language.

Machine Learning Research Engineering Intern (Remote)

Company: Freenome

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 10, 2023

Freenome is a high-growth biotech company on a mission to create tools that empower everyone to prevent, detect, and treat their disease. They are developing next-generation blood tests to detect cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages using their multiomics platform and machine learning techniques. The company has raised over $1.1B from leading investors and is seeking a Machine Learning Research Engineer Intern for the summer of 2023.

Implementation Consultant

Company: Simpplr

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 10, 2023

Simpplr is seeking an experienced Implementation Consultant to support customers in their implementation of Simpplr's AI-powered employee experience platform. The role involves working with customers to understand their requirements, implementing concurrent projects, and providing guidance on best practices. The candidate should have experience in leading complex systems integration projects and working in a high growth startup environment.

Senior Manager SEC Reporting

Company: Kronos Bio

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 09, 2023

This role is an exciting opportunity to join Kronos' growing accounting team and will lead our SEC reporting and technical accounting efforts. The ideal candidate will leverage their experience in the biotech industry and public accounting to coordinate across the finance team and the organization to deliver accurate and timely financial information and compliant SEC filings, while striving to continuously improve our processes to support our growing organization.

Software Engineer, Storage (7+ years of experience)

Company: Airtable

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 08, 2023

Airtable, a leading cloud-based software company, is seeking experienced database and distributed systems engineers to enhance its storage infrastructure. The Storage team's mission is to provide reliable, scalable, and easy-to-use storage abstractions for the Airtable Connected Apps Platform. Potential projects include sharding MySQL databases, rearchitecting storage infrastructure for multiple geographic regions, implementing zero-downtime failover for MySQL, and developing stronger caching abstractions on top of Redis. The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of experience with distributed OLTP databases and a proven track record of owning production infrastructure at high-growth, high-scale companies.

Engineer II/ Sr Engineer, Hardware Systems

Company: Hexagon Bio

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 08, 2023

Hexagon Bio is a startup seeking a Hardware Systems Engineer to contribute to their mission of leveraging engineering principles to build custom tools and instruments for various scientific applications. The company offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, and rapid career advancement. The position involves designing and developing custom tools and automated systems, assisting in risk analysis, and supporting verification and validation of lab workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in the Peninsula?
Software engineering, data science, product management, UX/UI design, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, DevOps, AI/ML research, and fintech roles are abundant. Junior to senior positions exist across all technical disciplines.
How common are remote versus on‑site roles in Peninsula tech companies?
Most large firms offer hybrid models—employees may work from home two days a week and use Peninsula offices for collaboration. Startups lean toward fully remote, while mid‑size companies often require on‑site presence for team cohesion.
Which major employers dominate the Peninsula tech job market?
Google, Apple, Meta, LinkedIn, Salesforce, Nvidia, Palo Alto Networks, HP, VMware, and Cisco are the primary employers. Startups such as Stripe, Instacart, Canva, Palantir, and Snowflake also drive significant hiring.
What salary can I expect for tech roles in the Peninsula?
Median salaries vary by role: software engineers average $180K–$200K, data scientists $165K–$190K, product managers $155K–$170K, and cybersecurity specialists $150K–$165K. Benefits and equity can add 20%–30% to total compensation.
What advice should I follow when relocating to Peninsula for tech work?
Research neighborhoods to match your budget—Menlo Park and Palo Alto are pricey, while Sunnyvale and Mountain View offer more balanced options. Use local co‑working spaces for networking, factor in commute time, and remember California’s state tax impact when negotiating offers.

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