Product Manager, XR Developer Perception and Geospatial Services

Google

San Jose, CA

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Android, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Systems, Computer Vision, Cross-Functional, Ecosystems, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Geometry, Human Intelligence (HUMINT), Modeling Languages, Plane Geometry, Product Development, Product Documentation, Product Management, Product Requirements Document (PRD), Requirements Management, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Virtual Reality
LOCATION
San Jose, CA
POSTED
Today
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: San Jose, CA, USA; Miami, FL, USA.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5 years of experience in product management or related technical role.
  • 2 years of experience taking technical products from conception to launch (e.g., ideation to execution, end-to-end, 0 to 1, etc.).

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree in a technology or business related field.
  • Familiarity with the Android developer ecosystem, Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality technologies, or spatial computing platforms.
  • Understanding of computer vision, perception systems, or large language models (LLMs).
  • Ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects with numerous stakeholders across different teams and organizations.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence without authority and build consensus among technical and non-technical teams.

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.

For decades, the computing revolution has reshaped our world driven by breakthroughs in compute, connectivity, mobile, and now, AI. Google's XR team is at the forefront of the next major leap – the convergence of AI and XR. This is more than just new devices – it's about reimagining how we interact with the world around us. We're building a future where lightweight XR devices like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $163,000-$237,000 + 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

  • Lead the expansion on Jetpack capabilities and device coverage, conducting current state assessments and defining requirements for headsets and glasses via detailed Product Requirements Documents.
  • Enhance the accuracy, coverage, and reliability of Visual Positioning Systems (VPS) for location-based Augmented Reality applications.
  • Identify opportunities to integrate mapping or location intelligence platforms and new data sources, enhancing the semantic understanding of real-world environments.
  • Partner directly with Engineering Technical Leads, Engagement Managers, and internal/external developers to establish quarterly objectives and key results (OKRs), write effective deliverables, and ensure libraries meet the needs of both first-party and third-party developers.
  • Oversee critical perception features including Scene Geometry (Plane detection, Wall-Pinning, 3DR surface geometry), Depth, Light Estimation, and Generic object tracking.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

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