Product Marketing Jobs in San Diego, CA
Product Marketing jobs in San Diego are concentrated in the defense technology, biotech, and software sectors, with demand strong in Sorrento Valley, Torrey Pines, and the UTC corridor. Employers hiring right now include Intuit, BD, and Qualcomm. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We are the people who give possibilities purpose
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
The Product Marketing Manager, Research Instruments - US Region is responsible for maximizing the US commercial success of the research instruments portfolio. The role owns the regional Research Instruments marketing plan and translates global strategy into US go-to-market priorities, including segmentation, launches, commercial offers, forecasting, sales enablement, and portfolio performance management. Regional Product Marketing defines what to sell, to whom, and with what value proposition, and through what commercial plan.
Reporting to the Senior Director, Commercial Marketing, Americas, this role partners with Global Product Marketing, Product Management, US Field Marketing, Commercial Leadership, Sales and Field Applications, Finance, and Marketing Operations and Sales Operations.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Portfolio Strategy & Go-to-Market
- Own the US marketing plan, priorities, and commercial performance for Research Instruments and associated software.
- Translate global strategy into US segmentation, value propositions, competitive differentiation, and go-to-market plans.
- Identify customer needs, adoption barriers, portfolio mix opportunities, and growth priorities.
- Provide structured US input to Global Product Marketing and Product Management on roadmap, messaging/claims, and regional demand and forecast assumptions.
Launch & Lifecycle Management
- Lead regional commercialization of new instruments, configurations, software, accessories, and lifecycle initiatives.
- Own launch readiness, target segments, forecast assumptions, pricing inputs, sales enablement, demand objectives, and post-launch performance tracking.
- Partner with Marketing Operations and Field Marketing to convert launch strategy into campaigns, events, and account activation.
- Monitor launch adoption, diagnose performance gaps, and lead corrective actions.
Commercial Performance, Pricing & Funnel Health
- Lead portfolio analysis for annual operating plan, regional business reviews, and quarterly projections.
- Analyze revenue, growth, portfolio mix, funnel health, conversion, price realization, and competitive dynamics; identify risks, upside, and actions.
- Develop regional pricing recommendations, promotions, commercial offers, and customer business cases in partnership with Pricing, Finance, and Sales Leadership.
- Provide strategic support for major opportunities, including value framing and product guidance.
- Define target audiences and demand priorities; maintain accountability for portfolio funnel health.
Commercial Enablement & Market Insights
- Adapt global launch materials, sales playbooks, competitive tools, and training for US customer needs, buying processes, and competitive dynamics; identify and close regional enablement gaps.
- Partner with Field Applications to translate workflows and customer outcomes into credible use-case messaging and demo stories.
- Lead regional voice-of-customer, KOL, competitive, and win/loss programs; translate insights into positioning, launch, portfolio, and roadmap recommendations.
- Identify and develop early-adopter, evaluation, and reference sites in partnership with Sales and Field Applications; convert customer experience into testimonials, application evidence, and peer advocacy.
- Serve as the US Research Instruments marketing subject-matter expert in sales, customer, and leadership forums.
- Build effective feedback loops across Sales, Field Applications, Field Marketing, Marcom, and global teams.
Qualifications
- 5-7+ years of product marketing, commercial marketing, or product management experience in the life sciences industry.
- Professional flow cytometry experience required, with demonstrated knowledge of research instruments, applications, workflows, and customer buying considerations.
- Proven experience leading regional go-to-market strategy and commercialization or launches for complex research instruments or capital equipment.
- Strong commercial and analytical skills, including experience with portfolio performance, forecasting, pricing, funnel metrics, and market insights.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills, with the ability to influence in a matrixed organization.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, marketing, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
- Experience with capital sales cycles, complex deals, CRM, and business intelligence tools preferred.
- Moderate travel is expected for internal meetings, customer engagements, sales meetings, and industry events.
Core Competencies
- Regional portfolio strategy and go-to-market planning
- Flow cytometry market and workflow knowledge
- Positioning, launches, pricing, forecasting, and funnel management
- Voice of customer and competitive intelligence
- Sales and Field Applications enablement
- Data-driven decision making and influence without authority
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs.
Benefits may include:
Health & Well-being: Medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, wellness resources, mental health support, and disease management programs.
Retirement & Financial Well-being: 401(k), deferred compensation programs, financial counseling, DailyPay, and educational savings resources.
Work-Life Balance & Family Support: Paid time off, company holidays, educational assistance, parental leave, adoption assistance, backup care, caregiving support, employee assistance programs, commuter benefits, pet insurance, legal services, and associate discount programs.
Leave Programs: Bereavement, military, personal, family and medical leave, and jury duty leave.
Additional details regarding benefits and well-being programs can be found in Our Commitment to You.
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Who's Hiring
- Intuit276

- BD100

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- Genalyte25

- Jack in the Box25

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
Product Marketing Jobs in San Diego: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a product marketing job in San Diego?
Focus your search on San Diego's dominant hiring sectors: defense technology, biotech and life sciences, cybersecurity, and B2B software. Roles concentrate in Sorrento Valley, Torrey Pines, and the Carmel Valley tech corridor. Candidates with experience in technical or regulated industries stand out here, as do those who can translate complex products for enterprise or government buyers. Networking through local industry groups in those corridors also helps.
Which companies hire product marketings in San Diego?
Companies currently hiring product marketings in San Diego include Intuit, BD, and Qualcomm, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. San Diego's employer mix skews toward defense contractors, medical device makers, cybersecurity firms, and venture-backed software companies, many of which maintain dedicated product marketing functions.
How can I get a product marketing job in San Diego with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in San Diego is through a product marketing coordinator or marketing specialist role at a mid-size biotech, SaaS company, or defense tech firm in Sorrento Valley or Carmel Valley. These employers often promote internally, so entry-level roles in demand generation or content marketing can bridge into product marketing. Familiarity with technical products or regulated industries gives local candidates a clear edge.
Which industries hire the most product marketings in San Diego?
The sectors hiring the most product marketings in San Diego are Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. San Diego's concentration of defense contractors, biotech companies, and cybersecurity firms creates sustained demand for product marketers who can communicate complex, technical, or regulated offerings to specialized buyers.
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