Staff Director Compute Chipset Product Manager

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$196,000–$294,000 / yr
Posted
60 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Jan 9, 2027

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Above market

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TL;DR · Staff Director Compute Chipset Product Manager

The Staff/Director Compute Chipset Product Manager joins the Compute Chipset Product Management team to manage the Windows on Snapdragon portfolio, which includes products for laptops, notebooks, and all-in-one devices. This role involves leading compute chipsets through their entire lifecycle by analyzing market requirements, defining product positioning and feature specifications, and collaborating with engineering teams to identify technical trade-offs. The manager will develop business case justifications, partner with OEMs for portfolio design-ins, and deliver complex technical presentations regarding the product roadmap. Key responsibilities include identifying market gaps, promoting new technologies, and translating customer feedback into roadmap changes. Success requires an in-depth understanding of the PC processor market, including knowledge of vendors, ODMs, and channel partners. The role focuses on solving challenges related to technology evolution, standardization initiatives, and competitive landscape analysis within the compute device ecosystem.

What you'll do

  • Direct a comprehensive PC chipset processor product strategy from initial conception through end of life.
  • Identify market gaps by analyzing complex data regarding customers, technology trends, and ecosystem demands.
  • Develop business cases to justify the development of new, complex products aligned with company roadmap goals.
  • Translate customer feedback and environmental changes into actionable updates for the differentiated product roadmap.
  • Deliver technical presentations to customers regarding product roadmaps and unique value propositions.
  • Manage the full product lifecycle including design, modification, evaluation, and ongoing maintenance.
  • Partner with OEMs and stakeholders to manage product design-ins and ensure successful device launches.
  • Oversee cross-functional teams to ensure all performance, cost, and timeline KPIs are met for new products.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, Humanities, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of Product Management or related work experience.
  • 15+ years of PC Processors or laptop Processors Product Management (preferred).
  • In-depth experience of the PC/laptop semiconductor industry and ecosystem (preferred).
  • Direct experience as a PC silicon Product Manager interacting with customers, device makers, and ODMs (preferred).
  • MBA degree (preferred).

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