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SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE
The Senior Staff IT Product Lead - Digital Applications, will lead a portfolio of digital products critical to Exelixis's success and ambition to launch innovative medicines for patients. This role is pivotal in driving the strategy, development, and operational excellence of our digital application ecosystem, ensuring alignment with business objectives and a strong focus on user experience and value delivery. Operating within a product-centric model, the Senior Staff IT Product Lead will be responsible for defining product roadmaps, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and leading agile product teams to deliver innovative and impactful digital solutions that accelerate drug discovery, development, and commercialization.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
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Product Strategy & Roadmap (Product-Centric Focus):
- Own two or more digital products coupled with a thorough understanding and execution of the vision and strategy for those digital products within the Digital Applications job family (e.g., Clinical Trials Applications, R&D Informatics, Commercial Operations Platforms).
- Own two or more digital products and work with business owners and stakeholders to gather user needs and drive the development of product requirements and user stories.
- Support other leads in market research and technology reviews to support product planning and identify potential areas for improvement.
- Own and support the evaluation of product initiatives by helping assess business value, technical feasibility, and compliance considerations.
- Own the architecture and design of one or two products and ensure digital solutions are aligned with enterprise design and security standards.
-
Product Development & Delivery (Agile/Product Team Support):
- Own product development activities across one or more digital products through the lifecycle—from concept to launch and post-launch support—using Agile practices (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
- Own the drafting of user stories and acceptance criteria across two or more digital products.
- Own the collaboration with engineering, architecture, and QA teams to support the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-quality digital applications.
- Own the coordination with vendors and service providers to support product delivery timelines and operational needs across two or more digital products.
- Own the user experience improvements across one or more Digital products by incorporating feedback from usability testing and end user research.
-
Stakeholder Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Support communication between IT and business teams by helping translate technical concepts into business-friendly language across two or more functional areas.
- Build working relationships with stakeholders to support alignment on product goals and deliverables across two or more functional areas.
- Actively contribute in team meetings and cross-functional discussions to stay aligned on priorities and progress.
- Own the planning sessions and provide input on product-related decisions as appropriate to two or more digital products.
-
Operational Excellence, Quality & Compliance:
- Ownership in maintaining the stability, performance, and security of digital applications in collaboration with IT operations and infrastructure teams.
- Ownership in managing vendor interactions and support the use of third-party software solutions.
- Ownership in supporting compliance efforts by helping ensure product features and processes meet regulatory and internal standards (e.g., GxP, HIPAA, GDPR).
- Ownership to quality assurance activities to help ensure product deliverables meet expectations to two or more digital products.
- Ownership in the Implementation and maintenance of robust data management & AI practices to protect sensitive information and ensure its accuracy and reliability to two or more digital products.
- Ownership in monitoring product performance metrics and KPIs to support continuous improvement efforts to two or more digital products.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- No supervisory responsibilities.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in related discipline and 9 years of related experience; or
- Master's degree in mathematics or statistics or engineering and 7 years of related experience.
- PhD degree in a related discipline and 5 years of related experience; or
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting Enterprise IT enabling business functions.
- Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in IT, focused on digital applications or product management within the life science or pharmaceutical industry.
- Proven experience in leading product development teams in an agile/product-centric operating model is essential.
- Strong understanding of the drug discovery or clinical development, or commercialization lifecycle within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company.
- Demonstrated success in defining and delivering complex digital products that drive significant business value.
- Experience with one of the mentioned specific technologies or platforms as relevant to the specific role, [e.g., SaaS platforms (Veeva, SalesForce) or cloud solutions (AWS, Azure), or functional capabilities specific to business function such as LIMS, SAP ERP, EDC, CTMS, CRM systems widely used in pharma].
- Experience with regulatory frameworks and compliance in a GxP environment.
- Led IT product strategy, roadmap, architecture, and technology enablement for the CRM and Field Engagement ecosystem supporting Commercial, Sales, and Medical Affairs/MSLs, enabling HCP/HCO 360, territory management, call planning/reporting, field insights, medical inquiries, omnichannel engagement, and AI-assisted workflows.
- Brings strong experience with Salesforce Life Sciences Cloud, Customer Engagement for Life Sciences Cloud, Data Cloud/Data 360, Agentforce, Marketing Cloud, Tableau, Veeva CRM, PromoMats, MedComms, Flow, Apex, APIs, SSO, MFA, and field-level security, including GenAI, next-best-action, intelligent alerts, and agentic CRM capabilities.
- CRM and field platforms: Salesforce Life Sciences Cloud, Customer Engagement for Life Sciences Cloud, and Veeva CRM supporting HCP/HCO 360, territory management, call planning/reporting, and medical inquiries.
- AI and automation: Agentforce, GenAI, next-best-action, and intelligent alerts enabling agentic CRM and AI-assisted workflows, built with Flow and Apex.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required:
- Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate diverse teams.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
- Deep understanding of product management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban) and product lifecycle management.
- Solid technical acumen with the ability to understand complex IT architectures and development processes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Occasional travel may be required to other company sites, conferences, or vendor locations.
Travel Requirements
- Occasional travel (5–10%) may be required to other company sites, conferences, or vendor locations.
#LI-EZ1
Location: Alameda, CA Range for this position: $190,000 - $239,500 The base pay offered will take into account job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors. In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.
Exelixis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless undue hardship and/or a direct threat to the health and/or safety of the individual or others would result.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the recruiting process, please email us at: ApplicantAccommodations@exelixis.com.
Exelixis is an E-Verify employer.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.
DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE
The Senior Staff IT Product Lead - Digital Applications, will lead a portfolio of digital products critical to Exelixis's success and ambition to launch innovative medicines for patients. This role is pivotal in driving the strategy, development, and operational excellence of our digital application ecosystem, ensuring alignment with business objectives and a strong focus on user experience and value delivery. Operating within a product-centric model, the Senior Staff IT Product Lead will be responsible for defining product roadmaps, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and leading agile product teams to deliver innovative and impactful digital solutions that accelerate drug discovery, development, and commercialization.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Product Strategy & Roadmap (Product-Centric Focus):
- Own two or more digital products coupled with a thorough understanding and execution of the vision and strategy for those digital products within the Digital Applications job family (e.g., Clinical Trials Applications, R&D Informatics, Commercial Operations Platforms).
- Own two or more digital products and work with business owners and stakeholders to gather user needs and drive the development of product requirements and user stories.
- Support other leads in market research and technology reviews to support product planning and identify potential areas for improvement.
- Own and support the evaluation of product initiatives by helping assess business value, technical feasibility, and compliance considerations.
- Own the architecture and design of one or two products and ensure digital solutions are aligned with enterprise design and security standards.
-
Product Development & Delivery (Agile/Product Team Support):
- Own product development activities across one or more digital products through the lifecycle—from concept to launch and post-launch support—using Agile practices (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
- Own the drafting of user stories and acceptance criteria across two or more digital products.
- Own the collaboration with engineering, architecture, and QA teams to support the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-quality digital applications.
- Own the coordination with vendors and service providers to support product delivery timelines and operational needs across two or more digital products.
- Own the user experience improvements across one or more Digital products by incorporating feedback from usability testing and end user research.
-
Stakeholder Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Support communication between IT and business teams by helping translate technical concepts into business-friendly language across two or more functional areas.
- Build working relationships with stakeholders to support alignment on product goals and deliverables across two or more functional areas.
- Actively contribute in team meetings and cross-functional discussions to stay aligned on priorities and progress.
- Own the planning sessions and provide input on product-related decisions as appropriate to two or more digital products.
-
Operational Excellence, Quality & Compliance:
- Ownership in maintaining the stability, performance, and security of digital applications in collaboration with IT operations and infrastructure teams.
- Ownership in managing vendor interactions and support the use of third-party software solutions.
- Ownership in supporting compliance efforts by helping ensure product features and processes meet regulatory and internal standards (e.g., GxP, HIPAA, GDPR).
- Ownership to quality assurance activities to help ensure product deliverables meet expectations to two or more digital products.
- Ownership in the Implementation and maintenance of robust data management & AI practices to protect sensitive information and ensure its accuracy and reliability to two or more digital products.
- Ownership in monitoring product performance metrics and KPIs to support continuous improvement efforts to two or more digital products.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- No supervisory responsibilities.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in related discipline and 9 years of related experience; or
- Master's degree in mathematics or statistics or engineering and 7 years of related experience.
- PhD degree in a related discipline and 5 years of related experience; or
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting Enterprise IT enabling business functions.
- Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in IT, focused on digital applications or product management within the life science or pharmaceutical industry.
- Proven experience in leading product development teams in an agile/product-centric operating model is essential.
- Strong understanding of the drug discovery or clinical development, or commercialization lifecycle within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company.
- Demonstrated success in defining and delivering complex digital products that drive significant business value.
- Experience with one of the mentioned specific technologies or platforms as relevant to the specific role, [e.g., SaaS platforms (Veeva, SalesForce) or cloud solutions (AWS, Azure), or functional capabilities specific to business function such as LIMS, SAP ERP, EDC, CTMS, CRM systems widely used in pharma].
- Experience with regulatory frameworks and compliance in a GxP environment.
- Led IT product strategy, roadmap, architecture, and technology enablement for the CRM and Field Engagement ecosystem supporting Commercial, Sales, and Medical Affairs/MSLs, enabling HCP/HCO 360, territory management, call planning/reporting, field insights, medical inquiries, omnichannel engagement, and AI-assisted workflows.
- Brings strong experience with Salesforce Life Sciences Cloud, Customer Engagement for Life Sciences Cloud, Data Cloud/Data 360, Agentforce, Marketing Cloud, Tableau, Veeva CRM, PromoMats, MedComms, Flow, Apex, APIs, SSO, MFA, and field-level security, including GenAI, next-best-action, intelligent alerts, and agentic CRM capabilities.
- CRM and field platforms: Salesforce Life Sciences Cloud, Customer Engagement for Life Sciences Cloud, and Veeva CRM supporting HCP/HCO 360, territory management, call planning/reporting, and medical inquiries.
- AI and automation: Agentforce, GenAI, next-best-action, and intelligent alerts enabling agentic CRM and AI-assisted workflows, built with Flow and Apex.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required:
- Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate diverse teams.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
- Deep understanding of product management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban) and product lifecycle management.
- Solid technical acumen with the ability to understand complex IT architectures and development processes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Occasional travel may be required to other company sites, conferences, or vendor locations.
Travel Requirements
- Occasional travel (5–10%) may be required to other company sites, conferences, or vendor locations.
#LI-EZ1
Location: Alameda, CA Range for this position: $190,000 - $239,500 The base pay offered will take into account job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors. In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.
Exelixis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless undue hardship and/or a direct threat to the health and/or safety of the individual or others would result.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the recruiting process, please email us at: ApplicantAccommodations@exelixis.com.
Exelixis is an E-Verify employer.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.
DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in salesforce product owner jobs.
- Salesforce Certified Administrator or equivalent platform certification required
- Three or more years of experience owning a Salesforce product backlog
- Proficiency writing user stories and acceptance criteria in an agile environment
- Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders to define CRM requirements
- Familiarity with Salesforce Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, or Marketing Cloud
- Bachelor's degree in business, information systems, or a related field
Tips for Your Salesforce Product Owner Job Search
Tailor your resume to each listing
Salesforce Product Owner postings vary widely in emphasis. Some prioritize Salesforce certifications, others weight agile delivery or stakeholder management. Mirror the exact language from each job description in your resume so your experience maps directly to what that hiring team is screening for.
Lead with your Salesforce certifications upfront
Certifications like Salesforce Certified Administrator or Platform App Builder are hard filters for many hiring managers. Put them in a dedicated section at the top of your resume rather than burying them in a skills list at the bottom where they're easy to miss.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists salesforce product owner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify backlog and release outcomes
Generic phrases like 'managed the product backlog' don't differentiate you. Describe the scope of the backlog you owned, the cadence of your release cycles, and measurable outcomes your Salesforce builds delivered for the business or end users.
Prepare a system design story for interviews
Many salesforce product owner interviews include a scenario round where you're asked to walk through how you'd scope or prioritize a Salesforce build. Prepare a real example from your work that covers requirements gathering, trade-off decisions, and how you aligned stakeholders before development started.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, clarify the product ownership boundaries: sole owner of a Salesforce org versus a contributor on a larger platform team carries very different career trajectories. Confirm team structure and decision-making authority before you accept, not after you start.
Salesforce Product Owner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most salesforce product owners?
The companies hiring the most salesforce product owners right now include Boston Consulting, Salesforce, and Graco, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Financial services, healthcare systems, and enterprise software companies consistently account for the highest volume of postings.
How many salesforce product owner jobs are remote?
About 75% of salesforce product owner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for distributed product teams across the Salesforce ecosystem. Roles focused on platform configuration and CRM roadmap strategy tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions requiring close coordination with on-site sales or service teams are more likely to expect in-office presence.
How do you become a salesforce product owner?
Start by earning core Salesforce certifications, particularly the Salesforce Certified Administrator credential, which demonstrates platform fluency to employers. Build hands-on experience by working as a Salesforce admin, business analyst, or scrum team member before stepping into full product ownership. Develop agile skills by running sprint ceremonies, writing user stories, and managing a backlog in a real product environment. Document specific Salesforce builds you influenced or delivered to use in interviews.
Can I get a salesforce product owner job with limited experience?
Yes, but you'll need to close the gap with certifications and demonstrated platform work. Candidates with strong Salesforce admin or business analyst backgrounds who add a relevant certification and contribute to a real or volunteer Salesforce project can compete for associate-level roles. Emphasize any experience writing requirements, facilitating user acceptance testing, or coordinating between business stakeholders and a development team, even if the title wasn't formally product owner.
What does the salesforce product owner interview process look like?
Most salesforce product owner interviews follow a multi-stage format starting with a recruiter screen focused on your Salesforce background and certifications. A hiring manager round covers your experience owning a backlog, prioritizing features, and working with stakeholders. Many employers include a technical or scenario round where you're asked to walk through how you'd approach a Salesforce build or handle a conflicting stakeholder situation. Final rounds often involve a panel from product, engineering, and business operations.
Where can I find and apply to salesforce product owner jobs?
You can find and apply to salesforce product owner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, certifications, and preferred location or remote arrangement, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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