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Product Operations

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$180 - $225K/hr

Role Overview We're looking for an operational lead to drive the operating cadence of the Marble ... Proven ability to drive alignment across Product, GTM, and Engineering without direct authority

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How much do director product operations jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for director product operations in the United States is $230,997.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $233,000.00 and $244,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Director of Product Operations do?

A Director of Product Operations oversees the processes, tools, and strategies that enable product teams to deliver high-quality products efficiently. They streamline workflows, manage cross-functional communication, and ensure alignment between product, engineering, marketing, and other departments. Their responsibilities often include optimizing product launch processes, tracking key performance metrics, and supporting the product management team to achieve business goals. By establishing best practices and removing operational roadblocks, they help accelerate product development and improve team productivity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Product Operations, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Product Operations, you need extensive experience in product management, operational strategy, and cross-functional leadership, often backed by a relevant degree and managerial experience. Familiarity with project management tools (like Jira or Asana), data analytics platforms, and process optimization methodologies (such as Lean or Six Sigma) is crucial. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities set standout leaders apart in this role. These skills are vital for aligning teams, optimizing product delivery, and driving operational excellence across the organization.

How does a Director of Product Operations typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product success?

A Director of Product Operations plays a pivotal role in connecting product management, engineering, marketing, and customer support teams. They facilitate seamless communication, establish standardized processes, and ensure alignment on priorities and deliverables. By coordinating product launches, managing feedback loops, and optimizing workflows, they help teams stay focused on shared goals and drive overall product success. This collaborative approach not only streamlines operations but also fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

What is the difference between Director Product Operations vs Product Manager?

AspectDirector Product OperationsProduct Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees product processes, cross-functional coordination, and strategic initiatives at a departmental levelDefines product vision, gathers requirements, and manages product lifecycle
Required SkillsLeadership, strategic planning, process optimization, cross-team collaborationMarket research, user experience, feature prioritization, stakeholder communication
Work EnvironmentSenior leadership teams, cross-departmental collaboration, strategic planning sessionsProduct development teams, user research, agile teams

The main difference is that the Director of Product Operations focuses on optimizing product processes and strategic coordination across teams, while the Product Manager is primarily responsible for defining product features and managing the product lifecycle. Both roles require strong collaboration skills, but the Director operates at a higher strategic level, often overseeing multiple products or teams.

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Infographic showing various Director Product Operations job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $230,997 per year, or $111.1 per hour.
Director, Product Delivery & Operations

Director, Product Delivery & Operations

Salesforce, Inc.

Chicago, IL

$240K - $251K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago


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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

101st of 190 rated software companies


Job description

To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts.

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About Salesforce

Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn't a buzzword - it's a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.

Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You're in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.

Applications will be accepted until 06/18/2026.

About the Role
The Director of Product Operations & Delivery leads the capability that bridges business process and product execution across Digital Enterprise Technology. This role exists to serve as a key thought leader in the product management evolution on our agentification journey, coordinate the establishment of structured frameworks for product and software development within our tool set, and provide a product operations function within large-scale/"big rock" initiatives. As a senior leader, you'll build and develop a high-performing team while serving as a trusted partner to Product, Engineering, Finance, and Change Management leaders across the organization.


What You'll Be Doing

  • Build, lead, and develop the Product Operations & Delivery organization - including hiring strategy, role definition, performance management, and career development

  • Define and continuously evolve the operating model for requirements intake, backlog governance, quality standards, and delivery readiness criteria across DET

  • Establish best practices and structured approach with the tools used for Product Development Life Cycle and Software Development Life Cycle

  • Evolve agentification and AI tool enablement to the team and program operating model

  • Help drive the definition of product requirements intake and prioritization within program structures

  • Translate high-quality, delivery-ready requirements - reducing rework, accelerating delivery, and improving adoption at scale

  • Partner with Process Engineering & Optimization (PEO) leadership to ensure as-is and to-be business process changes are accurately translated into product-ready requirements

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior business and technology leaders, providing clarity, recommendations, and tradeoff decisions related to requirements strategy, delivery readiness, and execution risk

  • Establish enterprise standards for requirements quality, traceability, acceptance criteria, solution validation, UAT support, and release readiness

  • Proactively identify and mitigate delivery risks, dependencies, and readiness gaps related to requirements quality, process change, or stakeholder alignment

  • Define and track KPIs for requirements quality, delivery readiness, rework reduction, delivery predictability, and business adoption

  • Represent Product Operations & Delivery in senior forums, driving alignment across business, product, and delivery stakeholders


What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in Product Management, Business Analysis, Product Delivery, or related disciplines

  • 3+ years of people leadership experience building and managing high-performing teams

  • 5+ years of executing major product-centric initiatives

  • Strong expertise in Agile / Scrum and product delivery operating models

  • Proven experience translating business processes into scalable product requirements

  • Deep experience with execution management tools (e.g., JIRA, GUS, Airtable or equivalents)

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to influence senior business and technology leaders


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in SaaS, cloud platforms, or large-scale enterprise technology environments

  • Proficiency in using AI enablement tools (e.g., Claude Code, Gemini, or equivalents)

  • Familiarity with Confluence, Miro, or similar collaboration and documentation tools

  • Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing practices

  • Experience supporting large-scale business transformation or operating model change

  • A related technical degree

Why Join?
This is a rare opportunity to build something from the ground up - defining how an enterprise technology organization captures, translates, and delivers on its most important business needs. You'll work at the intersection of strategy and execution, with the visibility, scope, and leadership support to make a lasting impact on how DET operates. You'll be surrounded by people who care deeply about quality, inclusion, and getting things right.

Unleash Your Potential

When you join Salesforce, you'll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance andbe your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you cando your best. Together, we'll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future - but to redefine what's possible - for yourself, for AI, and the world.

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In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Salesforce will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions. The typical base salary range for this position is $197,300 - $313,700 annually. In select cities within the San Francisco and New York City metropolitan area, the base salary range for this role is $237,700 - $344,700 annually. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.

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