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Base pay range
$65.00/hr - $75.00/hr
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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
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Worksite address
san diego, CA, 92189, US
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