Instacart
Associate Product Manager
Summary
Instacart is hiring for its Associate Product Manager (APM) program to help early-career talent accelerate in product management. In this role, you will own the end-to-end development of products and features across rotating teams, using data and user research to solve customer problems and drive impact. The 18-month program begins August 2026 and is part of Instacart’s Flex First remote approach.
What you'll do
- Own end-to-end success of new products and features from discovery through launch.
- Collaborate with Design, Engineering, Marketing, Data Science, Legal, and Analytics partners.
- Identify growth opportunities using quantitative research, case studies, and industry-standard methodologies.
- Develop and apply creative solutions in a fast-changing environment.
- Influence stakeholders to align intent, resourcing, and prioritization across teams.
- Build expertise in Instacart’s strategic position within grocery, online grocery, and e-commerce.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
2 years of work experience in technology, consulting, or banking.
Passion for technology and product design demonstrated via a technical degree, personal projects, or business/strategy/software-related roles.
Ability to propose product solutions addressing customer pain points.
Leadership potential with the ability to influence and empower diverse teams.
Conditions
Flex First: remote role with flexibility to work from home, office, or other locations, with regular in-person events.
18-month APM program split into 2 rotations across teams (e.g., Core Experience, Platform, Marketplace, Connected Stores, Ads).
Class start date: August 2026.
Compensation varies by permanent work location; market-competitive pay and benefits.
Eligible for new hire equity grant and annual refresh grants.