Join a dynamic product team driving the development of an innovative autonomous vehicle platform in a highly cross-functional environment. This onsite Technical Product Manager role in Foster City, California offers the opportunity to shape product strategy across current and future vehicle platforms while collaborating closely with hardware, firmware, software, and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Define product direction across current vehicle programs and future platform initiatives
• Lead execution of product priorities throughout the full lifecycle
• Build a strong understanding of customer needs, market trends, and business goals to identify opportunities
• Serve as the Product Owner in a collaborative development process spanning hardware, firmware, software, and operations
• Set clear priorities, communicate them effectively, and keep teams aligned as work evolves
• Make thoughtful tradeoffs to balance near-term deliverables with long-term strategy
• Help drive decisions and consensus across a wide range of stakeholders

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as engineering, computer science, or a related discipline
• 6+ years of direct product management experience
• Experience bringing 0-to-1 products to market in the automotive or autonomous vehicle space
• Technical fluency to collaborate effectively with hardware, firmware, and software teams
• Strong critical thinking and structured problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment in a complex environment
• Proven ability to take initiative and deliver results
• Skill in balancing strategic objectives with tactical execution

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in highly cross-functional product development settings
• Background in fast-moving, innovative environments
• Familiarity with autonomous vehicle technologies and operations
• Strong communication style that supports collaboration and clarity
• Adaptability in managing changing priorities and evolving product needs

Horizontal is committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from individuals who are excited to help build innovative products in a collaborative environment.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at www.horizontaltalent.com/job-board. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $46 - $80 per hour based on qualifications and experience.