Tech Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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San Mateo sits on the edge of Silicon Valley, offering easy access to BART and a walkable downtown with cafes, parks, and coworking hubs. The city hosts a vibrant mix of startups, Fortune 500 tech firms, and research labs, drawing talent from Stanford, UC Berkeley, and major tech schools nearby.

Tech roles range from cloud infrastructure and AI research to fintech product management and cybersecurity architecture. Companies such as Salesforce, Adobe, Twitter, and Uber maintain regional offices, while emerging startups like Scribe and Sinequa build products in healthtech and search AI. Biotech firms in nearby Redwood City and biotech incubators in San Mateo’s Hillsdale area further diversify the ecosystem.

Living costs are high: median home price exceeds $1.4 million and the average rent for a 1‑bedroom apartment is around $3,200/month. Salary transparency lets candidates compare offers, negotiate effectively, and align compensation with the cost of living and local market rates.

Apprentice Electrician

Company: Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 05, 2025

As a Six Flags Electrician you will spend the day conducting day-to-day maintenance of all electrical systems throughout the park and responding to calls as…

Multimodal Generative Modeling Engineer

Company: Apple

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2025

As a multimodal generative modeling engineer in our team, you will be responsible for developing machine learning technologies, implementing and optimizing the…

Senior/Lead Backend Engineer

Company: Crossbar

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2025

As a senior technical leader, you’ll partner with SDK, infra, and product teams to create backend services that scale to millions of users while maintaining…

Janitor

Company: ABM Industries

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2025

We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

San Antonio- Shuttle Driver

Company: US Foods, Inc.

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 05, 2025

The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that provides real-time information about commercial driver’s license (CDL) and commercial learner’s permit (CLP)…

Senior/Lead Blockchain SDK Engineer

Company: Crossbar

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2025

We are looking for an experienced blockchain engineer to lead the design and development of our Wallet SDK, which powers mobile, browser, desktop, and embedded…

Machine Learning & Data Scientist, OS Power & Performance

Company: Apple

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2025

In this role, you will analyze high dimensional data to derive meaningful insights and be responsible for producing metrics, models, simulations, and tools for…

Retail Sales Associate PT

Company: Smart Foodservice Stores LLC

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2025

1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift). 4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand…

Senior/Lead Mobile Developer (Flutter)

Company: Crossbar

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2025

As a senior technical leader, you will collaborate closely with SDK, backend, product, and design teams to ensure our apps achieve best-in-class performance,…

Welder II - and III

Company: Continental Tide Defense System INC.

Location: Lincoln Acres, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2025

Must be able to select required welding filler materials, joint design, heat ranges and most effective or required welding process/procedure to ensure quality…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in San Mateo, CA?
San Mateo hosts roles in software engineering (full‑stack, mobile, data), product management, UX/UI design, DevOps, AI/ML research, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, fintech development, healthtech R&D, and biotech software support.
Are tech jobs in San Mateo remote, on‑site, or hybrid?
The majority (≈65%) of openings require on‑site presence in Downtown or Hillsdale, but 30% offer hybrid schedules and 5% are fully remote, reflecting the city’s mix of legacy firms and agile startups.
Who are the major employers in San Mateo?
Key employers include Salesforce, Adobe, Twitter, Uber, Lyft, Palantir, and regional offices of Google, LinkedIn, and Meta. Startups such as Scribe, Sinequa, and local biotech incubator companies also dominate hiring.
What are the salary expectations for tech roles in San Mateo?
Base salaries for software engineers begin at $110,000 and average $150,000–$170,000 for senior roles; product managers average $135,000–$160,000; data scientists average $145,000; cybersecurity roles average $140,000–$165,000. Total compensation often includes bonuses, RSUs, and benefits.
What should I know before relocating to San Mateo for tech work?
Plan for high housing costs—factor in $3,200 monthly rent or $1.4 million median home price. Evaluate commute options: BART, Caltrain, and local bus routes serve downtown. Research local coworking spaces, networking events, and community groups like San Mateo Tech Meetups to ease transition.

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