Product Manager

Kforce Inc; Dublin (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA

FSA

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Job summary

Kforce Inc. is seeking an experienced Product Manager for a contract-to-hire role in Pleasanton, CA. You will shape the strategy for digital products and e-commerce experiences with an AI-first mindset, partnering with engineering and design teams to drive delivery.

You will own roadmaps, requirements, and lifecycle management, using Jira/Confluence to track progress and metrics to inform decisions in a fast-paced, hybrid onsite environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of product management experience in a technology-driven organization.
• Strong e-commerce ownership of digital products or customer-facing platforms.
• Demonstrated AI-first mindset with practical AI tool experience.
• Experience identifying and implementing AI-driven solutions in product/tech environments.
• Proven ability to develop roadmaps, define requirements, and manage full lifecycle.
• Solid understanding of Agile/Scrum and the SDLC.
• Experience partnering with software engineers to translate requirements into deliverables.
• Strong analytical skills using product metrics and customer insights.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategy, development, and optimization of digital products and e-commerce platforms.
• Leverage AI-first approaches to improve product development, processes, or customer experiences.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver on product roadmaps.
• Translate business requirements into technical deliverables with engineering.
• Manage prioritization, dependencies, and delivery milestones.

Skills

AI-first mindset

Product management

E-commerce

Roadmapping & lifecycle

Agile/Scrum

Data-driven decisions

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce's client in Pleasanton, CA is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Product Manager to join our client's technology team on a contract-to-hire basis. This individual will play a key role in driving the strategy, development, and optimization of digital products and e-commerce platforms that support business growth and enhance the customer experience. The ideal candidate will bring a strong AI-first mindset, hands-on experience leveraging artificial intelligence in product management, and a proven background in e-commerce.

Requirements

• 5-8+ years of product management experience within a technology-driven organization
• Strong e-commerce experience, including ownership of digital products, online purchasing experiences, or customer-facing commerce platforms
• Demonstrated AI-first mindset with practical experience using AI tools and technologies to improve product development, business processes, or customer experiences
• Experience identifying and implementing AI-driven solutions within a product or technology environment
• Proven ability to develop product roadmaps, define requirements, and manage the full product lifecycle
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Experience partnering closely with software engineering teams and translating business requirements into technical deliverables
• Strong analytical skills with experience leveraging product metrics, customer insights, and data to drive decision-making
• Experience using Jira, Confluence, or similar product management tools
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and drive initiatives in a fast-paced, evolving technology environment
• Ability to work onsite in Pleasanton, CA, three days per week

Preferred

• Experience with AI-powered product development, generative AI, or AI-enabled customer experiences
• Experience with e-commerce platforms, digital marketplaces, or subscription-based business models
• Familiarity with APIs, system integrations, payment platforms, and enterprise technology environments
• Experience within EdTech, SaaS, digital learning, or professional education
• Background supporting digital transformation, platform modernization, or AI adoption initiatives
• Experience working with geographically distributed engineering and product teams

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.