AI Product Manager - Autonomous Systems

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 106,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown (Eastern Cape) seeks an experienced AI Product Manager to lead the development of autonomous AI-powered systems. You will own the product lifecycle from ideation to launch, driving strategy, roadmap, and market insights in collaboration with AI/ML engineers, software developers, and UX designers.

You will translate business needs into detailed specs, prioritize features, define KPIs, and steer go-to-market plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, Business; MBA or Master's preferred.
• 5+ years in product management with a focus on AI/autonomous systems.
• Proven successful launch and scale of technology products.
• Strong AI/ML knowledge: computer vision, sensor fusion, path planning.
• Excellent market analysis, strategic thinking, and decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder influence; cross-functional work.
• Experience with Agile development.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive product strategy and roadmap for AI-powered autonomous systems.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer needs assessments.
• Translate business requirements into detailed specs and user stories.
• Prioritize features and manage backlog with trade-offs.
• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers, software devs, UX designers, and marketing.
• Define KPIs and monitor performance post-launch.
• Act as primary product evangelist to stakeholders.
• Manage product launches, go-to-market strategies, and lifecycle management.

Skills

AI/ML concepts

Market analysis

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Agile development

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Business

MBA or Master’s degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced AI Product Manager to lead the development of innovative autonomous systems in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This role requires a unique blend of technical understanding, market insight, and product vision to guide the creation of AI-powered products that redefine autonomous capabilities. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and market research to development, launch, and iteration. This is a pivotal role in driving our company's growth and establishing leadership in the autonomous systems market within Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The ideal candidate is passionate about AI and has a proven track record of successfully launching complex technology products.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the product strategy and roadmap for AI-powered autonomous systems.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer needs assessments to identify new product opportunities.
• Translate business requirements into detailed product specifications and user stories for engineering and design teams.
• Prioritize product features and manage the product backlog, making trade-offs based on business value and technical feasibility.
• Collaborate closely with AI/ML engineers, software developers, UX designers, and marketing teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics for product success, and monitor performance post-launch.
• Act as the primary product evangelist, communicating the vision and value proposition to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage product launches, go-to-market strategies, and ongoing product lifecycle management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a significant focus on AI, machine learning, or autonomous systems.
• Proven experience in launching and scaling successful technology products, preferably in the autonomous systems domain.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, including computer vision, sensor fusion, and path planning.
• Excellent market analysis, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Experience working with agile development methodologies.
• Technical background or experience working closely with engineering teams is highly desirable.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and performance-based bonuses. This role provides significant opportunities for career advancement and the chance to work on groundbreaking AI technology. Employees benefit from professional development programs and support for attending industry conferences. The position is based at our modern facility in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment. We value work-life balance and offer supportive policies. Be a key driver in shaping the future of autonomous technology.