Senior Director of Product Management, Windows API Platform

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$237,800–$356,800 / yr
Posted
40 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Mar 16, 2027

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TL;DR · Senior Director of Product Management, Windows API Platform

The SR Director of Product Management, Windows API Platform joins the Compute Business Unit to lead the strategy for Windows API platform offerings and software features for the Windows on Snapdragon initiative. This role involves defining product roadmaps, requirements, and plans for APIs, SDKs, libraries, and tools. The successful candidate will perform market and technical competitive analyses, collaborate with internal engineering and marketing teams, and engage with external developers to drive adoption of Snapdragon technologies. Key technical competencies include experience with Windows APIs, SDKs, and core IP technologies such as Camera, Audio, Video, Sensors, and NPU. The position requires deep knowledge of the x86/Windows ecosystem, AI tools, and embedded technologies like CPUs and GPUs to solve complex software and hardware integration challenges for the developer community.

What you'll do

  • Conduct market and technical competitive analyses to identify gaps in Qualcomm’s API offerings.
  • Define a comprehensive product roadmap and definition for APIs, SDKs, and libraries.
  • Coordinate with internal engineering and product teams to execute roadmap milestones and technical requirements.
  • Develop and execute a go-to-market strategy for APIs through SDK and driver updates.
  • Influence external developer and partner integrations by advocating for Windows on Snapdragon technologies.
  • Drive product launch strategies through technical marketing opportunities and direct customer contact.
  • Deliver high-stakes technical presentations to internal and external audiences regarding product roadmaps.
  • Integrate customer feedback into project roadmaps to improve product offerings and developer experience.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, Humanities, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of Product Management or related work experience.
  • 15+ years of product management experience in the area of APIs, SDKs, and developer products (preferred).
  • Hands-on experience developing Windows APIs and key IP technologies such as Camera, Audio, Video, and AI (preferred).
  • Knowledge of x86/Windows ecosystem, AI/Gen-AI technologies, developer tools, and embedded technologies (preferred).
  • Experience managing, influencing, and negotiating with internal audiences in a large matrixed organization (preferred).
  • Proven track record of cross-functional leadership with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Understanding of PC and Windows, including the technical and business sides of software and application development.

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