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.

Senior Project Management Specialist

Company: Boeing

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Performs studies, analysis (trend, variance, impact), risk assessments to determine impacts, and constraints involving product development, production rates,…

Graphic Designer

Company: 2.7 August Apparel Inc.

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

In this role, you would be developing both graphic and photographic content for our wholesale and retail business operations by creating product packaging,…

Sports Minded Sales Associate

Company: AAI Inc

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Utilize business development techniques to identify and pursue new sales opportunities. Implement upselling strategies to maximize revenue from existing…

DIRECTOR OF SALES & MARKETING

Company: Grand Hyatt San Diego

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Hyatt has the best to offer including: paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, medical health care after 30 days of Full Time employment, paid FamilyBonding…

SOC Analyst I (Hybrid)

Company: Motorola Solutions

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Familiar with managing & analyzing alerts from security tools such as firewalls and IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools.

Lead Carpenter

Company: Timeline Design+Build

Location: Saratoga, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Assist with post-construction warranty or maintenance calls as needed. Operate hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment safely and effectively.

Manager, Cloud Development and Automation

Company: KPMG

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Collaborate with clients to understand their requirements and deliver tailored solutions, utilizing excellent oral and written communication skills to interact…

Lead Quality Assurance Engineer

Company: Genesis Capital LLC

Location: Sherman Oaks, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools like GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps, as well as infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or Jenkins.

Program Coordinator-Small Business Engagement

Company: County of San Diego

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or certified foreign studies equivalency, in business administration, public administration,…

Contract Project Manager

Company: CPR POOLS

Location: Sherman Oaks, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

This is to monitor workmanship and ensure all field workers follow all instructions. Ensure the job site is cleaned up on a daily basis before the field crew…

Software Engineer Graduate (Foundation Platform) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

Company: TikTok

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Minimum Qualifications - Final year or recent graduate with a background in Software Development, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical…

Prayer Partner/Customer Service Representative

Company: Morris Cerullo World Evangelism

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

This position performs a variety of tasks that require excellent customer and ministry service skills that include maintaining databases, answering caller…

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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