The Software Product Management Lead at Qualcomm Technologies will oversee software product management for the company’s mobile handset business with a focus on AI, managing requirements for OEMs like Samsung and Xiaomi, and driving platform expansion through ecosystem partnerships. This role involves defining long-term software direction, evaluating strategic decisions, and shaping roadmaps for next-generation solutions while ensuring scalable architectures are developed. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in product management and leadership within large matrixed organizations, with a deep understanding of mobile computing systems and modern AI platforms. They must possess strong executive presence, business acumen, and the ability to influence cross-functionally across engineering and business units at global scale.
Skills
Python
C++
Java
AI
Machine Learning
Cloud Computing
Mobile Computing
System Software
Platform Development
Cross-functional Leadership
CI/CD
Financial Analysis
Legal Considerations
Negotiation Skills
Executive Presence
Business Acumen
Mandarin
International Travel
Complex Organization Operations
What you'll do
Define and manage software requirements for OEMs across various chipsets.
Extend the handset platform with richer capabilities through ecosystem partnerships.
Develop long-term software direction focusing on security and Agentic AI.
Evaluate strategic decisions (build/buy/acquire) to shape future mobile solutions.
Lead scalable software architecture development and cross-functional consensus building.
What we're looking for
15+ years of experience in software product management or related technical work.
6+ years of leadership experience with a strong executive presence.
Extensive knowledge of mobile computing systems and AI platforms.
Proven ability to lead large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Strong understanding of financial implications and legal considerations.
Deep domain credibility in system software and developer enablement.
Ability to work effectively in complex, cross-functional organizations.
Market check
Salary context
This
$272,100–$408,100
range sits above
98%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$141,900–$213,480
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$157,000–$218,575
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 239 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.
Qualcomm currently has
569 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$148,300–$224,400
across 536 roles with salary data.