About the job

At Google, we put our users first. The world is always changing, so we need Product Managers who are continuously adapting and excited to work on products that affect millions of people every day.

In this role, you will work cross-functionally to guide products from conception to launch by connecting the technical and business worlds. You can break down complex problems into steps that drive product development.

One of the many reasons Google consistently brings innovative, world-changing products to market is because of the collaborative work we do in Product Management. Our team works closely with creative engineers, designers, marketers, etc. to help design and develop technologies that improve access to the world's information. We're responsible for guiding products throughout the execution cycle, focusing specifically on analyzing, positioning, packaging, promoting, and tailoring our solutions to our users.

The POps Engineering team builds people technology solutions that underpin the entirety of a Googler’s career. We partner with People Operations to create delightful and intuitive experiences for Googlers that power them to do their best work.

As a Product Management Leader you will develop and lead an innovative, AI-Forward digital product strategy and goal for our Talent technology transformation that reshapes how we think about supporting our Googlers. This transformation is centered on creating seamless user experiences powered by AI and connected data to maximize business value and create unparalleled experiences for Googlers. You will be understanding the needs of talent stakeholders, leaders across Google and employees to develop and drive a cohesive and compelling digital product strategy, roadmap, and execution.

The Core team builds the technical foundation behind Google’s flagship products. We are owners and advocates for the underlying design elements, developer platforms, product components, and infrastructure at Google. These are the essential building blocks for excellent, safe, and coherent experiences for our users and drive the pace of innovation for every developer. We look across Google’s products to build central solutions, break down technical barriers and strengthen existing systems. As the Core team, we have a mandate and a unique opportunity to impact important technical decisions across the company.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $240,000-$334,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Define the product goal strategy and roadmap for the Hiring and Onboarding Product Area. Translate business objectives into specific product outcomes.

• Synthesize external trends and performer benchmarks to ensure the product remains industry-leading.

• Conduct deep customer discovery to validate Value, Usability, Feasibility, Viability, using prototypes and data-backed experiments.

• Use AI to enhance product capabilities. Identify where Generative AI can solve enterprise workflow problems and provide predictive insights for Human Resources (HR) leaders. Advocate for the ethical use of AI in HR technology, ensuring all automated solutions are transparent, unbiased, and compliant.

• Advocate for the product goal, partner with stakeholders to navigate business needs, and define a strategy that maximizes return on investment.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

• 10 years of experience in product management or related technical role.

• 5 years of experience taking technical products from conception to launch (e.g., ideation to execution, end-to-end, 0 to 1, etc).

• 5 years of experience in people management, with technical leadership.

• Experience in Human Capital Management (HCM) product management with enterprise products.

• Experience utilizing AI/ML foundations, including ethical development and AI-powered product life-cycles.

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree in a technology or business related field.

• 10 years of experience as a Product Leader, mentoring, and growing high-performing Product Management teams in an environment that practices modern product discovery techniques (e.g., Dual Track Agile, Opportunity Solution Trees, etc.).

• Experience defining problems and turning them into business strategy and presenting a technical solution in a way that is clear, direct, and actionable for leadership.

• Experience making prioritization decisions and allocating resources to deliver profound business impact through complex, strategic investments.