Hi, I'm Andrew Hockman - Product Manager at Google
I am passionate about blending deep technical roots with product strategy to build impactful, human-centered technology. I thrive in complex, cross-functional environments where building healthy teams is prioritized.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Built a solid technical foundation through engineering roles at Microsoft.
Currently leads AI product initiatives with a focus on cross-functional organizational health.
Provides expert guidance on translating complex engineering capabilities into high-impact, user-centered product outcomes.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Engineering
Spent early career in core software engineering roles at Microsoft, mastering object-oriented design.
✦ Engineering
✦ Software Architecture
Technical Product Transition
Moved into technical program management at iStreamPlanet, shifting focus toward product lifecycle and streaming media.
✦ Program Management
✦ Streaming Media
AI Product Leadership
Currently driving product strategy within the AI landscape, leveraging deep technical roots for future-facing applications.
✦ AI
✦ Product Strategy
💪🏻 Superpowers
Engineering-First Product Strategy
Unifying technical rigor with product vision
✦ Architects roadmaps that respect underlying technical constraints
✦ Translates complex backend logic into intuitive user experiences
✦ Leverages deep software development expertise to accelerate delivery
Inclusive Team Architecture
Building organizations that empower high performance
✦ Cultivates healthy, psychological-safe team environments
✦ Identifies and develops untapped potential in technical talent
✦ Fosters collaborative cultures that drive innovation and retention
Cross-Functional Integration
Orchestrating multi-team alignment at scale
✦ Unifies design, engineering, and business stakeholders
✦ Mediates conflicting priorities to maintain steady project velocity
✦ Communicates technical outcomes clearly to non-technical partners
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring advancements in AI-driven product ecosystems
✦ Connecting with peers to exchange strategies on scaling inclusive engineering teams
✦ Finding opportunities to share insights on technical product roadmapping
I can help with
✦ Mentoring engineers transitioning into technical product management
✦ Advising on building inclusive, high-velocity product cultures
✦ Assisting teams in aligning complex technical roadmaps with business goals
I would love your help on
✦ Connecting with leaders tackling organizational scaling challenges
✦ Discovering emerging models for cross-functional software collaboration