VP, Software Product Management, Mobile Handset

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$281,400–$422,000 / yr
Posted
40 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Mar 16, 2027

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Above market

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Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

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TL;DR · VP, Software Product Management, Mobile Handset

The VP, Software Product Management - Mobile Handset leads software product management for the mobile handset business, with a primary focus on AI. This role involves defining and managing software requirements for OEMs, overseeing software baselining across chipsets and SKUs, and managing kernel strategy, verification, and quality of release. The position requires developing long-term software direction for security and Agentic AI, evaluating build, buy, or acquire decisions, and driving platform extensibility. Key responsibilities include leading scalable software architectures and managing global delivery execution. The role requires expertise in mobile computing systems, including CPU, GPU, and NPU capabilities, alongside fluency in modern AI platforms like ChatGPT and Gemini. Candidates must possess deep software domain credibility spanning system software, platforms, and developer enablement to solve complex mobile software challenges.

What you'll do

  • Define and manage handset software requirements for major OEMs like Samsung, Oppo, and Xiaomi.
  • Establish and lead the long-term software strategy for mobile handsets with a focus on AI.
  • Oversee software baselining across various chipsets and SKUs to ensure quality of release.
  • Drive platform expansion by integrating external technologies and ecosystem partners into the Qualcomm platform.
  • Evaluate build, buy, and acquire decisions to support future software vision and roadmap development.
  • Lead the development of scalable software architectures and influence cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Identify and engage with top customers to establish Qualcomm as an innovative industry leader.
  • Translate strategic vision into actionable business goals while managing financial and legal implications.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • Fifteen years of Software Product Management or related technical work experience.
  • Six years of leadership experience.
  • Four years of experience working in a large matrixed organization.
  • Two years of experience working with operating budgets and/or project financials.
  • Two years of experience negotiating 3rd party business agreements.
  • Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science or Engineering, or a related technical field of study (preferred).
  • Twenty or more years of related professional experience in technology and software product management (preferred).

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