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.

Executive Chef

Company: Methodist Hospital

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Develops and implements work standards, sanitation procedures, and personal hygiene requirements, consistent with Hospital rules, local, state, and federal…

Pharmacist II – Sharp Memorial Hospital – Variable Shift – Full Time

Company: Sharp Healthcare

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Ensures security of medication storage and compliance with Medication Management (MM) standards (i.e. all meds are labeled, patient own meds are checked,…

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

Company: Andaz San Diego

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Manage general cashier duties: issue, audit, and maintain hotel banks, prepare bank deposits, due backs, and petty cash, and resolve cash discrepancies.

BI Reporting Analyst (Collections)

Company: Piper Companies

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Collaborate with collections, credit risk, and operations teams to develop and evaluate strategies aimed at improving debt recovery.

Epoxy Lining Helper

Company: Bill Howe Plumbing

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Clean DMV record and driver's license required. Responsible for assuring lead technician has tools available to him as needed. Responsible for a clean worksite.

Retail Pharmacy Supervisor - Travel Contract - AZ (Any State License)

Company: Soliant

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Holds an active pharmacist license from any U.S. state. No Arizona pharmacist license required due to tribal licensure regulations.

CDL Class A Driver - Chism Trucking Inc

Company: Amazon Freight Partner

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Chism Trucking Inc is hiring full-time, motivated Class A CDL drivers with a clean driving record for its Amazon Freight Partner program.

Accountant

Company: City of San Antonio

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Maintains and reconciles monthly reports, invoices, statements, and other records of financial transactions. Participates in the completion of special studies…

Plumber

Company: Glendale Community College

Location: Glendale, CA

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Under direction, performs skilled plumbing work, including maintenance, repair, installation, alteration and construction of District plumbing fixtures systems…

AI Engineer (12 months or 18 months fixed-term)

Company: Khan Academy

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Aug 09, 2025

2+ years of transferrable technical experience (e.g., software engineering, ML engineering, data science). Technical Proficiency: You have experience working in…

Weekend iRobot Sales & Demo Expert

Company: BDS Connected Solutions, LLC.

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Delivers excellent sales/customer service as you proactively greet, educate, and engage customers on our client’s robotic vacuums and, ultimately, close the…

Pharmacy Operations Manager

Company: Methodist Hospital

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 09, 2025

Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships). Consultant License (if applicable per state) Required.

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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