Senior Product Manager

Apex Systems; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 89,544 - 103,320; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics solutions company is seeking a Senior Product Manager to manage the product lifecycle and lead a critical product launch in the San Diego area. This hybrid position involves collaborating with executive leadership and cross-functional teams, focusing on both hardware and SaaS products. Candidates should have proven product management experience and strong leadership skills. Familiarity with Agile/SAFe methodologies, as well as tools like Jira and Confluence, is essential. Competitive hourly pay and a contract-to-hire opportunity are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product management for both hardware and software/SaaS.
• Successful product launches and monetization in a commercial environment.
• Experience in the QSR industry or with major brands.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end product lifecycle.
• Drive major AI product launches for Quick Service Restaurants.
• Model and implement best practices for product management.

Skills

Product management experience

Strong leadership skills

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

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Base pay range

$65.00/hr - $75.00/hr

Job #: 3016997

Job Description:

Apex Systems has an immediate opening for a Senior Product Manager with one of our clients who provides electronics solutions for the food and beverage industry in the San Diego area. The Senior Product Manager will partner directly with executive leadership to lead a critical product launch and drive transformation within the product management team. This role requires hands‑on leadership across the full product development lifecycle, with a focus on both hardware (end‑user devices) and SaaS (subscription models).

Job Title: Senior Product Manager

Location: Hybrid in Carlsbad, CA

Duration: 6‑12+ Month Contract to Hire

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end product lifecycle: positioning, market research, go‑to‑market, installation, support, and maintenance
• Drive a major AI product launch targeting Quick‑Service Restaurants clients
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Engineering, UX, Sales, Operations, Support)
• Model and implement best practices for product management; mentor junior PMs
• Ensure products are designed for monetization and customer adoption, not just internal use
• Support brand approval processes post‑launch (3‑6 months with major QSR brands)
• Use Agile/SAFe methodologies as appropriate; leverage tools like Jira and Confluence

Must‑Have Qualifications

• Proven experience in product management for both hardware (end‑user devices) and software/SaaS products
• Track record of successful product launches and monetization in a commercial environment
• Experience in the QSR industry or with major brands/vendors
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to “show what good looks like”
• Familiarity with Agile/SAFe; comfort with Jira/Confluence
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, low‑politics, high‑accountability culture

Nice‑to‑Have

• Experience with AI products, or subscription‑based device models
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts

EEO Statement

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Apex Systems address: 4400 Cox Road, Suite 200, Glen Allen, VA 23060