AI Program Manager Jobs in San Diego, CA
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Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:
Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group > Program ManagementGeneral Summary:
Qualcomm is seeking a Technical Program Manager to join the Adreno GPU Program Management team and drive execution across GPU AI workstreams. This role will bring structure, visibility, and cross-functional alignment across open-source AI frameworks, model onboarding, workload enablement, benchmark performance/power tracking, and next-generation GPU AI architecture.
This role is based in San Diego, CA and requires full-time onsite work (5 days per week).
What You Will Be Doing
- Lead program management for GPU AI activities across GPU engineering teams.
- Drive centralized tracking, demand intake, prioritization, and status reporting for GPU AI workstreams and deliverables.
- Maintain clear ownership, milestones, dependencies, and risks across JIRA, Confluence, and related tools.
- Run cross-functional reviews and support leadership updates through concise dashboards and reporting.
- Coordinate execution across framework enablement, workload analysis, kernel optimization, stack integration, and pre-/post-silicon planning.
- Drive process improvements that improve execution efficiency and accountability.
Minimum Skills
- 10+ years of HW/SW engineering experience, including technical program management or engineering program execution.
- Experience in AI/ML, graphics, or system performance-related HW/SW development environments.
- Familiarity with ASIC/IP development processes and cross-functional execution across hardware and software teams.
- Experience with planning, dependency management, risk tracking, and milestone execution.
- Hands-on experience with Atlassian JIRA and Confluence.
- Strong communication skills for both technical and leadership audiences.
Please note: This is not an IT Program/Project Manager role; it is a technical program role supporting GPU AI engineering execution.
Preferred Skills
- PMP and/or Agile certification.
- Experience with AI/ML frameworks or open-source ecosystems such as llama.cpp, TVM/MLC, LiteRT, WebGPU, or IREE.
- Experience with open-source enablement, CI/regression, upstreaming, or framework integration.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-changing environment with overlapping priorities and distributed teams.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- 5+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here . Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies : Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits :
$171,200.00 - $256,800.00The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link .
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers .
Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:
Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group > Program ManagementGeneral Summary:
Qualcomm is seeking a Technical Program Manager to join the Adreno GPU Program Management team and drive execution across GPU AI workstreams. This role will bring structure, visibility, and cross-functional alignment across open-source AI frameworks, model onboarding, workload enablement, benchmark performance/power tracking, and next-generation GPU AI architecture.
This role is based in San Diego, CA and requires full-time onsite work (5 days per week).
What You Will Be Doing
- Lead program management for GPU AI activities across GPU engineering teams.
- Drive centralized tracking, demand intake, prioritization, and status reporting for GPU AI workstreams and deliverables.
- Maintain clear ownership, milestones, dependencies, and risks across JIRA, Confluence, and related tools.
- Run cross-functional reviews and support leadership updates through concise dashboards and reporting.
- Coordinate execution across framework enablement, workload analysis, kernel optimization, stack integration, and pre-/post-silicon planning.
- Drive process improvements that improve execution efficiency and accountability.
Minimum Skills
- 10+ years of HW/SW engineering experience, including technical program management or engineering program execution.
- Experience in AI/ML, graphics, or system performance-related HW/SW development environments.
- Familiarity with ASIC/IP development processes and cross-functional execution across hardware and software teams.
- Experience with planning, dependency management, risk tracking, and milestone execution.
- Hands-on experience with Atlassian JIRA and Confluence.
- Strong communication skills for both technical and leadership audiences.
Please note: This is not an IT Program/Project Manager role; it is a technical program role supporting GPU AI engineering execution.
Preferred Skills
- PMP and/or Agile certification.
- Experience with AI/ML frameworks or open-source ecosystems such as llama.cpp, TVM/MLC, LiteRT, WebGPU, or IREE.
- Experience with open-source enablement, CI/regression, upstreaming, or framework integration.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-changing environment with overlapping priorities and distributed teams.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- 5+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here . Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies : Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits :
$171,200.00 - $256,800.00The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link .
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers .
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AI Program Manager Jobs in San Diego: Frequently Asked Questions
How many AI program manager jobs are there in San Diego?
There are 35+ AI program manager openings in San Diego, California on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New positions post regularly as San Diego employers hire.
Which companies hire AI program managers in San Diego?
Employers hiring AI program managers in San Diego include Qualcomm, Apple, and AppFolio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote AI program manager jobs in San Diego?
Yes. About 7% of AI program manager openings tied to San Diego are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in and around San Diego.
Which industries hire the most AI program managers in San Diego?
The sectors hiring the most AI program managers in San Diego are Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Telecommunications, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
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