Product Engineering Manager Jobs in California
Product Engineering Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in consumer electronics, enterprise software, semiconductor design, and defense systems, with openings at every level from first-time managers to senior directors overseeing multi-team portfolios. The densest hiring is in the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where companies like Apple, Qualcomm, and Google have long maintained large product engineering organizations. Demand is strongest in hardware-software integration, platform and infrastructure engineering, and AI-adjacent product development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
This position is ideal for mid to senior level product management professionals to join the Product & Engineering Management team in Research & Development as a Product & Engineering Manager, driving product development strategy and roadmap for Invisalign System, Vivera retainer products, Invisalign Palatal Expander and next generation orthodontic appliances. Partnering with cross-functional teams, including marketing, software engineering, biomechanical engineering, materials engineering, regulatory and quality, you’ll create a vision for the product line and inform product requirements to result in a deep meaningful competitive product. This role is vital in shaping Align Technology’s product portfolio & vision strategy and overall business success.
Role expectations
- Define, communicate and drive the product vision and roadmap for hardware-based products, aligning with company goals and customer needs.
- Provide technical direction and decision-making across prototyping/feasibility, verification & validation phases of product development.
- Leads cross-functional development of hardware and software solutions in partnership with engineering teams (biomechanical, materials, process, software) with system-level thinking to ensure successful product delivery from concept to launch.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, and Clinical, to define, prioritize, and validate product requirements and ensure alignment with business and compliance objectives.
- Support cross functional project teams as subject matter expert (SME) in Design Control and Risk Management ensuring that product development lifecycle complies with medical device regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820).
- Champions innovation and differentiation in the hardware product line by analyzing market trends, competitor devices, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for meaningful product improvement.
- Monitor product development and risk management processes and identify areas for improvement and implementation of industry best practices.
- Conduct post-launch monitoring for products to track complaints and identify areas for continuous product improvements.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory areas and support FDA, Notified Bodies and other regulatory/quality audits and provide support for periodic regional regulatory requests for Invisalign, Vivera and ancillary products as needed.
- Applies creative problem-solving to overcome technical and programmatic obstacles in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
What we're looking for
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering discipline, health science, math or sciences or a related field.
- Experience: 6+ years of product management or product development experience, Dental Products or Medical Device experience preferred.
- Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; proficiency in requirements gathering, defining product specifications and product strategy. Basic project management skills for research projects.
- Communication: excellent presentation and communication skills, proven ability to provide technical details while tailoring high-level summaries to suit the needs of different audiences.
- Teamwork: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Self-motivated, self-starter willing to work through ambiguity and strive for continuous improvement.
- Desire and willingness to develop deep clinical understanding of Invisalign products, dentistry and orthodontics.
Pay Transparency
If provided, base salary or wage rate ranges are the range in which Align reasonably expects to set a candidate’s pay for the posted position. Actual placement depends on the individual skills and experience level of a candidate plus the total compensation and equity across team members. For other locations outside of the primary location, the base salary range will be adjusted geographically.
For Field Sales roles, the salary listed is the base pay only and does not include the applicable incentive compensation plan. A cost of living adjustment may be added to base pay for higher cost areas in the U.S.
Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.
General Description of All Benefits
We are pleased to provide a general description of the benefits Align offers to full-time employees in this position.
Family Benefits. Align offers employees and their eligible dependents medical (with a Health Savings Account option for some plan offerings), dental, and vision in accordance with those plans. Align also offers to employees:
- Discounts on Invisalign and Vivera to employees and their eligible dependents after 90 days of employment
- Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
- Family Forming Benefits – Available to Employees, and their spouse or domestic partner, covered under one of Align’s health plans
- Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Hinge Health Virtual Physical Therapy – Available to all employees and eligible dependents (age 18+) enrolled in an Align medical Plan
Employee benefits. Align offers its employees:
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance in accordance with those plans.
- Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment. Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse/Domestic Partner, and Child(ren) are available for purchase in accordance with those plans.
- Flexible Spending Accounts– Employees may be eligible to participate in a health care account (including a limited health FSA if enrolled in a HDHP), dependent care account, and a pre-tax commuter benefit plan.
- 401k plan (with a discretionary Company match of 50% up to 6% of eligible earnings up to a maximum match of 3%.). Employer match vests after two years – 25% year one and 100% at year two. Align offers traditional, Roth, and after-tax options.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (Employees must work 20 hours or more and be employed on purchase date to be eligible).
- Paid vacation of up to 17 days during the first full year of employment (currently accrued at the rate of 5.24 hours each pay-period), which carries over to a maximum cap of 30 days. Annual paid vacation time accrual increases based on tenure. Both exempt and non-exempt employees who work 32 hours or more per week receive prorated vacation accrual based on their regularly scheduled work hours and tenure.
- Sick time is accrued throughout the year at the rate of one hour for every thirty worked. Employees can carry over unused sick leave each year, up to a maximum balance of 80 hours.
- 11 Company-designated paid holidays throughout the year.
- If employed for at least 12 consecutive months, Align will grant up to 6 weeks of paid Parental Leave. If employed for less than 12 consecutive months, Align will grant up to 4 weeks of paid Parental Leave. All parental leave must be completed within one year of the birth or placement of the child. Parental leave is in addition to any state and/or local parental leave benefits. Three days of paid bereavement leave. In some cases, due to travel the amount of paid leave may be extended to 5 paid days off. To the extent applicable state or local law offers more generous benefits, Align complies with any such law.
- Non-exempt employees will receive full pay for up to 10 days of jury duty. Exempt employees will receive their full salary during any week they serve and perform any work. Other insurance such as legal, critical illness, voluntary accident, long-term care, auto, home and pet insurance are available for purchase.
To the extent applicable state or local law offers more generous benefits, Align complies with any such law.
About Align Technology
Your growth and well-being:
At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:
- Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.
- Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.
- Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.
- Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.
Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.
Discover Align:
We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.
Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.
We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.
At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.
As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.
Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being?
Explore Align's culture here!
Want to discover more about exocad and Cubicure? Click on their names for additional information.
Applicant Privacy Policy:
Review our Applicant Privacy Policy for additional information.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.
Description
This position is ideal for mid to senior level product management professionals to join the Product & Engineering Management team in Research & Development as a Product & Engineering Manager, driving product development strategy and roadmap for Invisalign System, Vivera retainer products, Invisalign Palatal Expander and next generation orthodontic appliances. Partnering with cross-functional teams, including marketing, software engineering, biomechanical engineering, materials engineering, regulatory and quality, you’ll create a vision for the product line and inform product requirements to result in a deep meaningful competitive product. This role is vital in shaping Align Technology’s product portfolio & vision strategy and overall business success.
Role expectations
- Define, communicate and drive the product vision and roadmap for hardware-based products, aligning with company goals and customer needs.
- Provide technical direction and decision-making across prototyping/feasibility, verification & validation phases of product development.
- Leads cross-functional development of hardware and software solutions in partnership with engineering teams (biomechanical, materials, process, software) with system-level thinking to ensure successful product delivery from concept to launch.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, and Clinical, to define, prioritize, and validate product requirements and ensure alignment with business and compliance objectives.
- Support cross functional project teams as subject matter expert (SME) in Design Control and Risk Management ensuring that product development lifecycle complies with medical device regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820).
- Champions innovation and differentiation in the hardware product line by analyzing market trends, competitor devices, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for meaningful product improvement.
- Monitor product development and risk management processes and identify areas for improvement and implementation of industry best practices.
- Conduct post-launch monitoring for products to track complaints and identify areas for continuous product improvements.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory areas and support FDA, Notified Bodies and other regulatory/quality audits and provide support for periodic regional regulatory requests for Invisalign, Vivera and ancillary products as needed.
- Applies creative problem-solving to overcome technical and programmatic obstacles in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
What we're looking for
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering discipline, health science, math or sciences or a related field.
- Experience: 6+ years of product management or product development experience, Dental Products or Medical Device experience preferred.
- Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; proficiency in requirements gathering, defining product specifications and product strategy. Basic project management skills for research projects.
- Communication: excellent presentation and communication skills, proven ability to provide technical details while tailoring high-level summaries to suit the needs of different audiences.
- Teamwork: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Self-motivated, self-starter willing to work through ambiguity and strive for continuous improvement.
- Desire and willingness to develop deep clinical understanding of Invisalign products, dentistry and orthodontics.
Pay Transparency
If provided, base salary or wage rate ranges are the range in which Align reasonably expects to set a candidate’s pay for the posted position. Actual placement depends on the individual skills and experience level of a candidate plus the total compensation and equity across team members. For other locations outside of the primary location, the base salary range will be adjusted geographically.
For Field Sales roles, the salary listed is the base pay only and does not include the applicable incentive compensation plan. A cost of living adjustment may be added to base pay for higher cost areas in the U.S.
Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.
General Description of All Benefits
We are pleased to provide a general description of the benefits Align offers to full-time employees in this position.
Family Benefits. Align offers employees and their eligible dependents medical (with a Health Savings Account option for some plan offerings), dental, and vision in accordance with those plans. Align also offers to employees:
- Discounts on Invisalign and Vivera to employees and their eligible dependents after 90 days of employment
- Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
- Family Forming Benefits – Available to Employees, and their spouse or domestic partner, covered under one of Align’s health plans
- Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Hinge Health Virtual Physical Therapy – Available to all employees and eligible dependents (age 18+) enrolled in an Align medical Plan
Employee benefits. Align offers its employees:
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance in accordance with those plans.
- Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment. Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse/Domestic Partner, and Child(ren) are available for purchase in accordance with those plans.
- Flexible Spending Accounts– Employees may be eligible to participate in a health care account (including a limited health FSA if enrolled in a HDHP), dependent care account, and a pre-tax commuter benefit plan.
- 401k plan (with a discretionary Company match of 50% up to 6% of eligible earnings up to a maximum match of 3%.). Employer match vests after two years – 25% year one and 100% at year two. Align offers traditional, Roth, and after-tax options.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (Employees must work 20 hours or more and be employed on purchase date to be eligible).
- Paid vacation of up to 17 days during the first full year of employment (currently accrued at the rate of 5.24 hours each pay-period), which carries over to a maximum cap of 30 days. Annual paid vacation time accrual increases based on tenure. Both exempt and non-exempt employees who work 32 hours or more per week receive prorated vacation accrual based on their regularly scheduled work hours and tenure.
- Sick time is accrued throughout the year at the rate of one hour for every thirty worked. Employees can carry over unused sick leave each year, up to a maximum balance of 80 hours.
- 11 Company-designated paid holidays throughout the year.
- If employed for at least 12 consecutive months, Align will grant up to 6 weeks of paid Parental Leave. If employed for less than 12 consecutive months, Align will grant up to 4 weeks of paid Parental Leave. All parental leave must be completed within one year of the birth or placement of the child. Parental leave is in addition to any state and/or local parental leave benefits. Three days of paid bereavement leave. In some cases, due to travel the amount of paid leave may be extended to 5 paid days off. To the extent applicable state or local law offers more generous benefits, Align complies with any such law.
- Non-exempt employees will receive full pay for up to 10 days of jury duty. Exempt employees will receive their full salary during any week they serve and perform any work. Other insurance such as legal, critical illness, voluntary accident, long-term care, auto, home and pet insurance are available for purchase.
To the extent applicable state or local law offers more generous benefits, Align complies with any such law.
About Align Technology
Your growth and well-being:
At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:
- Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.
- Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.
- Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.
- Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.
Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process.
Discover Align:
We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.
Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.
We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.
At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.
As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.
Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being?
Explore Align's culture here!
Want to discover more about exocad and Cubicure? Click on their names for additional information.
Applicant Privacy Policy:
Review our Applicant Privacy Policy for additional information.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.
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Product Engineering Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Apple196
- NVIDIA80
- Google60
- Amazon44
- Adobe28
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software575
- Electronics & Hardware223
- Banking & Financial Services85
- Consulting & Professional Services47
- Science & Research46
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in product engineering manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related technical discipline
- Five or more years of product engineering experience including people management responsibility
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams through full product development lifecycles
- Experience with hardware-software integration or systems engineering in a California-based industry
- Proficiency with agile development methodologies and modern product lifecycle management tools
- Strong technical communication skills for working with both engineering teams and executive stakeholders
Product Engineering Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a product engineering manager in California?
The most direct path is accumulating several years of hands-on product engineering experience, then stepping into a lead or staff engineer role before transitioning into management. California does not require a state-issued license for this role, but a Professional Engineer registration with the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists can strengthen candidacy at hardware or defense-focused employers. A technical bachelor's degree is the standard baseline, and an MBA or engineering management graduate credential improves competitiveness at larger companies.
How much do product engineering managers make in California?
Product engineering managers in California earn a median of about $210,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $137,900 for the lowest 10% to over $296,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire product engineering managers in California?
Employers hiring product engineering managers in California right now include Apple, NVIDIA, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of semiconductor, consumer electronics, and enterprise software companies means hiring is spread across both global headquarters and large regional engineering centers throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most product engineering manager jobs?
San Francisco, Cupertino, and Santa Clara have the most product engineering manager openings in California. The San Francisco Bay Area dominates because of the density of major tech headquarters and semiconductor companies, while San Diego's defense and wireless technology industry drives demand in that corridor, and Los Angeles draws from its growing enterprise software and aerospace sectors.
Are there remote product engineering manager jobs in California?
Yes, though less commonly than for individual contributor roles, since product engineering managers often need to be present for hardware reviews, lab work, and team coordination. About 25% of product engineering manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting that hybrid arrangements are more common than fully remote. The most remote-compatible portions of the role are roadmap planning, stakeholder communication, and cross-functional program management.
How can I get hired as a product engineering manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a technical lead or senior engineer role at a California company first, which builds the people and project management exposure hiring managers look for. Large California employers like Apple, Intel, and Broadcom run rotational engineering programs and new-grad pathways that accelerate the transition from individual contributor to manager. Pursuing a California-based Professional Engineer registration or completing a management certificate at a UC or CSU extension program signals readiness for the role. Adjacent titles like engineering lead, program manager, or technical project manager are common stepping stones.
Where can I find and apply to product engineering manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to product engineering manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and metro areas. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly.
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