Senior Director Product Manager, Wearable AI

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CASanta Clara, CA
Salary
$227,700–$341,500 / yr
Posted
64 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Jan 5, 2027

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Above market

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This role $285k
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Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

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TL;DR · Senior Director Product Manager, Wearable AI

Product Manager Sr Director WSP Wearable AI joins the Wearables and Security Solutions business unit to lead the emerging wearable AI-agentic device market. This role involves defining technology IP roadmaps for voice, music, wearables, security, and personal AI categories including watches, pendants, pins, and smart glasses. The successful candidate will define multi-device architectures for resource sharing, establish technical goals, and manage cross-functional teams to execute go-to-market strategies focused on power consumption and machine learning processing capabilities. Key responsibilities include identifying customer needs, managing long-term strategic plans, and evaluating ecosystem partnerships. Required expertise includes experience in the AI/Machine Learning technology sector and the semiconductor industry. Essential competencies involve analytical thinking, building trusting relationships, technical program management, and the ability to create innovative solutions for complex mobile, wearable, and IoT product challenges.

What you'll do

  • Define technology IP roadmaps for Voice, Music, Wearables, Security, and Personal AI categories.
  • Lead the emerging business of wearable AI-agentic devices by defining software requirements and product definitions.
  • Develop multi-device architectures to share key resources and capabilities across different hardware.
  • Create and execute go-to-market strategies focused on power consumption and machine learning processing.
  • Establish technical goals and manage cross-functional teams to drive business success.
  • Identify and engage with top customers to establish the company as an industry leader.
  • Evaluate opportunities for growth through strategic ecosystem partnerships, joint ventures, and acquisitions.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, Humanities, or a related field.
  • MBA or Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field of study (preferred).
  • 10+ years of Product Management or related work experience.
  • Experience in the AI/Machine Learning technology sector within or related to the semiconductor industry.
  • Experience in Mobile, Voice, Music, Wearable, or IOT market segments within or related to the semiconductor industry.
  • Proficiency in program management methodology including planning, scheduling, tracking, and execution.
  • Ability to build trusting relationships and communicate complex information clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to be creative, make quick decisions, and manage multi-task projects effectively.

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