Senior Product Manager

Job#: 3030617

Job Description:

Role Overview

The Senior Product Manager, Emerging Technology plays a critical role in shaping the organization's future by identifying, conceptualizing, and delivering innovative products powered by emerging technologies. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Product Management, this role blends strong program leadership with deep product thinking to translate cutting-edge technology into meaningful, scalable solutions for users and the business.

This leader thrives in highly ambiguous environments, brings a test-and-learn mindset, and partners closely with engineering, design, and delivery teams to move ideas from concept through proof of value and into production.

Key Responsibilities

Technology Strategy & Vision

• Contribute to the product vision and roadmap for emerging technology initiatives
• Stay ahead of technology trends across AI, machine learning, computer vision, extended reality, robotics, spatial intelligence, and other disruptive domains
• Identify growth opportunities and validate strategic and business fit for new technologies

Product Lifecycle Management

• Lead iterative product development from ideation and proof of concept through first-run execution and early-scale products
• Define clear user stories, product requirements, success metrics, and acceptance criteria
• Champion a test-and-learn approach within R&D and early-stage product environments

Stakeholder Engagement & Delivery

• Collaborate closely with engineering, design, delivery teams, and external partners to align on vision and execution
• Support the creation and maintenance of product documentation, roadmaps, and socialization materials
• Influence and communicate product direction across highly cross-functional teams

Business Case Development

• Identify, define, and prioritize high-impact use cases aligned to business objectives
• Develop data-backed business cases to support investment and prioritization decisions

Metrics & Measurement

• Define and track KPIs to measure product performance and business impact
• Use insights and outcomes to inform roadmap decisions and executive communications

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience, preferably in emerging technologies or innovation-focused roles
• Experience delivering products through iterative development, including POCs and production-level solutions
• Familiarity with R&D environments and rapid experimentation cycles
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to develop business cases grounded in data
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations
• Experience working in agile, highly collaborative, cross-functional teams
• Ability to think strategically while driving ideas into action
• Comfort working across bi-coastal and/or international teams and time zones
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, pivot quickly, and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success communicating complex technical topics to non-technical audiences
• Experience with agile tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, Confluence)
• Strong familiarity with artificial intelligence, machine learning, or related technologies
• Proven ability to evaluate, implement, and operationalize AI-driven solutions

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• Preferred areas of study include Business Management, Technology Management, or Computer Science

EEO Employer

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. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Glendale, CA, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

April 14, 2026

Pay Range:

$80 - $89 per hour

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