Software Product Manager Jobs in California
Software Product Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise software, consumer technology, fintech, and health tech across a seniority range from associate PM through director and VP of product. The largest hiring metros are San Francisco, San Jose, and Los Angeles, where companies like Google, Salesforce, and Apple maintain substantial product teams and recruit continuously. The most sought-after specialties in California are platform and infrastructure product management, AI and machine learning product management, and growth product management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Intel is shaping the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. Our work in pushing forward fields like AI, analytics, and cloud-to-edge technology is at the heart of countless innovations. With a career at Intel, you'll have the opportunity to use technology to power major breakthroughs and create enhancements that improve our everyday quality of life. Join us and help make the future more wonderful for everyone.
THE ROLE AND IMPACT
The Edge AI Software Product Manager will be joining the Software Product team within the Edge Computing Group under Client Computing and Physical AI Group. The product team is responsible for managing the Open Edge Platform - a collection of open-source software to enable Edge AI and Robotics solutions to be developed on Intel silicon. The Open Edge Platform includes AI Suites tailored for specific vertical industries such as Manufacturing, Metro, Education, Robotics, Retail, Health and Life Sciences, and Federal and Aerospace, along with AI Libraries, and AI Tools. The product manager will be responsible for one or more AI Suites and Tools. This role requires an individual who is self-motivated, enthusiastic about innovation, skilled at engaging both business and technical stakeholders across diverse groups, comfortable navigating uncertainty, and an outstanding communicator and team player.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Comprehend market trends and needs, develop product concepts, get stakeholders buy in, and secure funding from management.
- Own the entire life cycle of the product from inception, through development, market launch, and all the way to eventual retirement.
- Develop product definition including value proposition, target users/customers, business rationale, competitive assessment, and potential differentiation.
- Lead a cross functional team with members from vertical business units, engineering, program management, documentation, ecosystem, and marketing to manage product evolution.
- Comprehend developer/user needs, gather feedback on the product, and drive development of new features and overall product direction.
- Define product requirements, lead feature prioritization, and drive product approval reviews for each release.
- Support engineering during product development in proactively addressing issues and risks.
- Monitor product adoption and impact to the business, be proactive in partnering with vertical business units and ecosystem teams to identify challenges and take appropriate actions to address them.
- Develop and maintain product roadmaps to convey a high-level visual summary of direction, categories, priorities, and key feature introductions/enhancements in upcoming releases.
- Build and maintain strong relations with internal stakeholders across functions, industry partners, and customers.
- Participate in industry events and deliver product presentations and demonstrations.
- Support marketing in developing product briefs and collateral for external communication.
- Collaborate effectively with partner organizations including business units, engineering, marketing, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Demonstrate Software Technologies and Strong Business Acumen.
- Demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage with executive management and collaborate effectively across diverse groups.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field, and/or relevant experience required for the position.
- 10+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 7+ years with a Master's degree, or 5+ years with a PhD.
- 2+ years' experience in Product Strategy, Planning, and/or Product Management.
- 2+ years' experience managing products in edge, AI, or related categories.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong software product, technical knowledge, and industry engagement experience.
- Experienced in developing Edge products or solutions for diverse industries - Manufacturing, Healthcare, Retail, Transportation, etc.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including leading cross functional teams, driving product decisions, and managing stakeholders.
- Demonstrated expertise in translating market trends and needs to guide product priorities and development.
- Experienced managing software products to enable silicon performance and capabilities.
- Prior hands-on experience in software development.
- Experience in open-source software products or projects, engaging developers and in influencing open-source communities.
- Experience in AI software including tools, platforms, models, or agents.
- Ability to build trust and strong relations with internal stakeholders, customers, and partners.
- A track record of delivering impactful results, adapting to market environment/realities, and maintaining customer first mindset.
- Passion for pursuing new ideas and fearless in taking risks, an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Proficient in using feature/issue management tools like Jira or GitHub Issues.
BENEFITS AT INTEL
Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to Intel Benefits | Intel Careers for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.
JOB TYPE
Experienced Hire
SHIFT
Shift 1 (United States of America)
LOCATION
Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Additional Locations: US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, California, Santa Clara
BUSINESS GROUP
Intel makes possible the most amazing experiences of the future. You may know us for our processors. But we do so much more. Intel invents at the boundaries of technology to make amazing experiences possible for business and society, and for every person on Earth. Harnessing the capability of the cloud, the ubiquity of the Internet of Things, the latest advances in memory and programmable solutions, and the promise of always-on 5G connectivity, Intel is disrupting industries and solving global challenges. Leading on policy, diversity, inclusion, education and sustainability, we create value for our stockholders, customers, and society.
POSTING STATEMENT
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
POSITION OF TRUST
N/A
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.
COMPENSATION
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $160,980.00 - 311,040.00 USD. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
WORK MODEL FOR THIS ROLE
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site.
- Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
INTRODUCTION
Intel is shaping the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. Our work in pushing forward fields like AI, analytics, and cloud-to-edge technology is at the heart of countless innovations. With a career at Intel, you'll have the opportunity to use technology to power major breakthroughs and create enhancements that improve our everyday quality of life. Join us and help make the future more wonderful for everyone.
THE ROLE AND IMPACT
The Edge AI Software Product Manager will be joining the Software Product team within the Edge Computing Group under Client Computing and Physical AI Group. The product team is responsible for managing the Open Edge Platform - a collection of open-source software to enable Edge AI and Robotics solutions to be developed on Intel silicon. The Open Edge Platform includes AI Suites tailored for specific vertical industries such as Manufacturing, Metro, Education, Robotics, Retail, Health and Life Sciences, and Federal and Aerospace, along with AI Libraries, and AI Tools. The product manager will be responsible for one or more AI Suites and Tools. This role requires an individual who is self-motivated, enthusiastic about innovation, skilled at engaging both business and technical stakeholders across diverse groups, comfortable navigating uncertainty, and an outstanding communicator and team player.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Comprehend market trends and needs, develop product concepts, get stakeholders buy in, and secure funding from management.
- Own the entire life cycle of the product from inception, through development, market launch, and all the way to eventual retirement.
- Develop product definition including value proposition, target users/customers, business rationale, competitive assessment, and potential differentiation.
- Lead a cross functional team with members from vertical business units, engineering, program management, documentation, ecosystem, and marketing to manage product evolution.
- Comprehend developer/user needs, gather feedback on the product, and drive development of new features and overall product direction.
- Define product requirements, lead feature prioritization, and drive product approval reviews for each release.
- Support engineering during product development in proactively addressing issues and risks.
- Monitor product adoption and impact to the business, be proactive in partnering with vertical business units and ecosystem teams to identify challenges and take appropriate actions to address them.
- Develop and maintain product roadmaps to convey a high-level visual summary of direction, categories, priorities, and key feature introductions/enhancements in upcoming releases.
- Build and maintain strong relations with internal stakeholders across functions, industry partners, and customers.
- Participate in industry events and deliver product presentations and demonstrations.
- Support marketing in developing product briefs and collateral for external communication.
- Collaborate effectively with partner organizations including business units, engineering, marketing, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Demonstrate Software Technologies and Strong Business Acumen.
- Demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage with executive management and collaborate effectively across diverse groups.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field, and/or relevant experience required for the position.
- 10+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 7+ years with a Master's degree, or 5+ years with a PhD.
- 2+ years' experience in Product Strategy, Planning, and/or Product Management.
- 2+ years' experience managing products in edge, AI, or related categories.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong software product, technical knowledge, and industry engagement experience.
- Experienced in developing Edge products or solutions for diverse industries - Manufacturing, Healthcare, Retail, Transportation, etc.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including leading cross functional teams, driving product decisions, and managing stakeholders.
- Demonstrated expertise in translating market trends and needs to guide product priorities and development.
- Experienced managing software products to enable silicon performance and capabilities.
- Prior hands-on experience in software development.
- Experience in open-source software products or projects, engaging developers and in influencing open-source communities.
- Experience in AI software including tools, platforms, models, or agents.
- Ability to build trust and strong relations with internal stakeholders, customers, and partners.
- A track record of delivering impactful results, adapting to market environment/realities, and maintaining customer first mindset.
- Passion for pursuing new ideas and fearless in taking risks, an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Proficient in using feature/issue management tools like Jira or GitHub Issues.
BENEFITS AT INTEL
Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to Intel Benefits | Intel Careers for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.
JOB TYPE
Experienced Hire
SHIFT
Shift 1 (United States of America)
LOCATION
Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro
Additional Locations: US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, California, Santa Clara
BUSINESS GROUP
Intel makes possible the most amazing experiences of the future. You may know us for our processors. But we do so much more. Intel invents at the boundaries of technology to make amazing experiences possible for business and society, and for every person on Earth. Harnessing the capability of the cloud, the ubiquity of the Internet of Things, the latest advances in memory and programmable solutions, and the promise of always-on 5G connectivity, Intel is disrupting industries and solving global challenges. Leading on policy, diversity, inclusion, education and sustainability, we create value for our stockholders, customers, and society.
POSTING STATEMENT
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
POSITION OF TRUST
N/A
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.
COMPENSATION
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $160,980.00 - 311,040.00 USD. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
WORK MODEL FOR THIS ROLE
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site.
- Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.
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Software Product Manager Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Apple129
- NVIDIA70
- Google53
- Amazon43
- Adobe25
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software533
- Electronics & Hardware174
- Banking & Financial Services65
- Consulting & Professional Services44
- Automotive41
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software product manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, business, or a related field
- Three or more years of product management experience in a software environment
- Demonstrated ability to write product requirements and manage a full product lifecycle
- Proficiency with agile development frameworks and tools such as Jira or Productboard
- Experience collaborating with engineering, design, and data science teams on shipped products
- Familiarity with product analytics platforms and data-driven decision-making methods
Software Product Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a software product manager in California?
California has no state-issued license or board registration for software product managers, so the path runs through education and demonstrated product experience. Most California employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or business, though some accept equivalent technical experience. Earning a Certified Product Manager credential from the Association of International Product Professionals or a product management certificate from a California university extension program strengthens candidacy. Transitioning from a software engineering, UX, or business analyst role is a common and accepted route into the function.
Which companies hire software product managers in California?
Employers hiring software product managers in California right now include Apple, NVIDIA, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's density of enterprise software headquarters and consumer technology platforms makes it one of the most consistent states for PM hiring across company sizes.
Which California cities have the most software product manager jobs?
San Francisco, Santa Clara, and Cupertino have the most software product manager openings in California. San Francisco and San Jose dominate because of the concentration of enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, and consumer technology companies headquartered in the Bay Area, while Los Angeles draws PM demand from its growing fintech, media technology, and e-commerce sectors.
Are there remote software product manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 25% of software product manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how central cross-functional collaboration tools and async documentation have become in product workflows. Strategic and discovery-phase work tends to be the most remote-friendly, while roles tied to hardware or embedded systems typically require more on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a software product manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate product manager program, which companies including Google, Microsoft, and Salesforce run from their California offices specifically for candidates without full PM experience. Lateral moves from software engineering, UX design, or business analysis at a California technology company are also a well-established route. Building a portfolio of case studies that show product thinking and earning a recognized PM certificate from a UC extension or Stanford Continuing Studies program gives early-stage candidates a concrete edge when applying.
Where can I find and apply to software product manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to software product manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across company sizes and specialties. Find a role that fits and apply directly through the listing.
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