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.

Travel ICU RN

Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations. Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity…

Travel ICU RN

Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Location: West Hollywood, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations. Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity…

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Company: Solar Turbines Incorporated

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Layout, fabricate and assemble special field service tools as ordered by Solar and/or customers. Assist weld engineer in developing procedures by setting up and…

Travel ICU RN

Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations. Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity…

Travel ICU RN

Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Location: Woodland Hills, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations. Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity…

Travel PCU Stepdown RN

Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Location: West Hollywood, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Current Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations. They assess and manage complex patient needs, administer medications and treatments, and…

Director, ICON Production

Company: NIKE

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communication, or related field. You will oversee all facets of production and casting globally building scalable models,…

Hardware Engineer (Tactical Network - CANES) | Active Secret clearance

Company: General Dynamics - GDIT

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Our work depends on a Hardware Engineer who can lead shipboard/ashore design, integration, and installation of compute, storage, transport, and encryption…

CNC Operator- 3rd Shift

Company: 5TH Axis Inc

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Reliability and ability to listen and follow instruction. 401K with up to 4% matching. Ability to read blueprints and highly proficient at dimensioning/…

CNC Lathe Operator; 1st shift 5:00am-3:30pm; $27-$29/hr.

Company: Stanley Black & Decker

Location: Fullerton, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Ability to set-up a CNC lathe (including work holding, kitting of tools, touching off of tools/establishing offsets, reading of manufacturing drawings, and…

Welder II

Company: Epsilon Systems

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Model-Based Systems Engineer

Company: BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.

Location: El Segundo, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve technical risks and issues, develop technical reports, and collaborate with government and other stakeholders to…

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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