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.

Sr. Product Designer

Company: Viaduct

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 08, 2023

Viaduct is seeking a Sr. Product Designer to create intuitive enterprise-grade applications that serve data and machine learning insights to help OEMs streamline mission-critical operations. The designer will lead the design vision and solve company-critical product questions.

Senior Director of Performance Marketing - Remote within the US or in Office (UT, PA, CA)

Company: Nav

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 07, 2023

Nav is a fintech startup democratizing small business financing, looking for a passionate Sr. Director of Performance Marketing to lead growth channels and drive new customers and repeat transactions. The role involves scaling audience, users, customers, and cross-category engagement across paid media, search, SEO, and customer lifecycle marketing. The successful candidate will uncover new opportunities and optimize existing, using data to connect the dots across the user journeys. The company values innovation, employee-centric innovation, and diversity.

Product Manager

Company: The EVERY Company

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 07, 2023

EVERY™ is a leading VC-backed food tech ingredient company using precision fermentation to create animal proteins without the animal for the global food and beverage industry. They are looking for a Product Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of a new product line, from definition to launch. The role requires strategic planning, marketing, and people leadership skills. EVERY™ values diversity and offers equal opportunity employment.

Computational Biologist III

Company: Hexagon Bio

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 07, 2023

Hexagon Bio is a startup using genomics and synthetic biology to develop new drugs for unmet medical needs. They are looking for a computational biologist to help mine genome data and build a successful drug company.

Director of Strain Engineering

Company: The EVERY Company

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 07, 2023

EVERY™ is a leading VC-backed food tech ingredient company using precision fermentation to create animal proteins without the animal. They are a team of passionate change makers who are reimagining the factory farm model with a kinder, more sustainable alternative.

Director of Customer Success

Company: Focal Systems

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 07, 2023

The job summary is for a Director of Customer Success position at Focal Systems. The role involves managing the delivery of the solution, representing customer voice to engineering and product teams, and maximizing ROI for enterprise customers. Key results include increasing install base, maximizing customer satisfaction/retention, and producing measurable ROI. Additional responsibilities include managing key metrics, improving efficiency, traveling to deployment locations, and working with in-store associates. The job requirements include 8+ years of professional experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of retail operations. The benefits include competitive salary, attractive stock, health insurance, catered lunches, paid time off, quarterly team retreats, and an education grant.

Safety Science Director

Company: Corcept Therapeutics

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 07, 2023

Corcept is a commercial-stage company engaged in the discovery and development of drugs to treat severe endocrine, metabolic, oncologic and neurological disorders. The company has made significant progress in treating Cushing's syndrome, ovarian cancer, castration-resistant prostate cancer, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. They plan to initiate a Phase 2b trial in patients with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis by the end of the year. The company is expected to submit several new drug applications in the next few years.

Computational Biologist I/Computational Biologist II/Computational Biologist III

Company: Hexagon Bio

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 07, 2023

Hexagon Bio is a startup using genomics and synthetic biology to develop new drugs for unmet medical needs. They are looking for a computational biologist to help mine genome data and build a successful drug company.

Senior Product Manager, Real-Time Data Processing

Company: Autonomic

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 07, 2023

Autonomic is a leading connected vehicle platform company, offering a cloud platform specifically designed for the automotive industry. They have partnerships with Ford and other automakers, and their platform is used by over 13 million vehicles. The company is shaping the future of mobility and is looking for a Product Manager to lead a team of engineers and develop new data processing services.

Lead Copywriter

Company: Course Hero

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 08, 2023

Course Hero is a mission-driven, high-growth business seeking a Lead Copywriter to maintain brand voice, establish writing best practices, and define copywriting strategy across all brand and marketing touchpoints for student, educator, and tutor audiences. The ideal candidate should be a dynamic storyteller and creative writer with experience in brand marketing, advertising, and product marketing. The role involves learning, maintaining, and developing Course Hero's brand voice, tone, and writing guidelines, collaborating with designers and marketers, and concepting messaging for various creative projects.

Senior Director, Pipeline & Portfolio Market Planning

Company: Corcept Therapeutics

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 07, 2023

Corcept is a commercial-stage company engaged in the discovery and development of drugs to treat severe endocrine, metabolic, oncologic and neurological disorders. The company has made significant progress in revenue and net income, with $366 million in 2021. They have discovered a portfolio of over 1,000 cortisol modulators and are in various phases of clinical trials. The company plans to initiate a Phase 2b trial in patients with NASH by the end of the year. They are also looking for a Senior Director, Pipeline & Portfolio Market Planning to lead a team and manage the portfolio.

Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure

Company: Khan Academy

Location: Peninsula

Posted Feb 07, 2023

Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization driven by its community, focusing on providing a free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere. They are currently working on equitable solutions for historically under-resourced communities and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. They are looking for a Senior Fullstack/Infrastructure Engineer to work on reliability and security, with a focus on metrics, observability, and chaos engineering. The ideal candidate has experience in any technology and is excited about helping Khan Academy bring a free, world-class education to the world.

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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