AI Product Manager - Data Science

Dawar Consulting; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

Dawar Consulting seeks an experienced AI Product Manager - Data Science to lead the strategy, roadmap, and delivery of AI/ML products across Commercial, Medical, and Government Affairs. You will partner with Data Science, Engineering, IT, and leadership to build AI-powered solutions that enhance engagement, personalization, automation, and decision-making.

The role requires 8+ years in product management or related fields, proficiency in AI/ML tech, and strong communication with executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of combined Product Management, Data Science, AI/ML, or software development experience.
• Hands-on knowledge of AI/ML, Generative AI, NLP, or Deep Learning.
• Proficiency in Python, R, Scala, or SQL.
• Strong experience with PRDs, Agile/Scrum/Kanban, product roadmaps, and lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Define AI/ML product vision, strategy, roadmap, and priorities.
• Lead development of AI/ML and Generative AI product capabilities.
• Create PRDs, product requirements, user stories, and prioritized backlogs.
• Partner with Data Science, Engineering, IT, and business stakeholders.
• Build business cases and demonstrate measurable ROI/business impact.
• Drive experimentation, UAT, product launches, and post-launch optimization.
• Manage internal and external technical teams and consultants.
• Ensure responsible AI, governance, scalability, and compliance.
• Communicate product strategy and progress to senior/executive stakeholders.

Skills

Product management

AI/ML collaboration

Executive communication

Team leadership

Cross-functional partner

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Python

R

Scala

SQL

Job description

South San Francisco, United States | Posted on 08/26/2026

Our client, a world leader in biotechnology and life sciences, is looking for an “ AI Product Manager - Data Science ”.

Job Duration: Long-Term Contract (Possibility Of Extension)

Rate: $85-$90/hr on W2

Company Benefits: Medical, Paid Sick Leave, 401 (k)

We are seeking aPrincipal Data Science/AI Product Managerto lead the strategy, roadmap, and delivery of innovative AI/ML products supporting Commercial, Medical, and Government Affairs. This role will partner with Data Science, Engineering, IT, and business leaders to develop AI-powered solutions that improve customer engagement, personalization, automation, and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Define AI/ML product vision, strategy, roadmap, and priorities.
• Lead development of AI/ML and Generative AI product capabilities.
• Create PRDs, product requirements, user stories, and prioritized backlogs.
• Partner with Data Science, Engineering, IT, and business stakeholders.
• Build business cases and demonstrate measurable ROI/business impact.
• Drive experimentation, UAT, product launches, and post-launch optimization.
• Manage internal and external technical teams and consultants.
• Ensure responsible AI, governance, scalability, and compliance.
• Communicate product strategy and progress to senior/executive stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ yearsof combined Product Management, Data Science, AI/ML, or software development experience.
• Hands-on knowledge ofAI/ML, Generative AI, NLP, or Deep Learning.
• Proficiency inPython, R, Scala, or SQL.
• Strong experience withPRDs, Agile/Scrum/Kanban, product roadmaps, a.
• nd product lifecycle management.
• Experience leading enterprise AI/ML strategy and cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Understanding of cloud and enterprise architectures such asSaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.

Preferred

• Advanced degree in AI, Data Science, Business, or related field.
• Healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated-industry experience.
• Experience with Responsible AI, AI governance, model monitoring, scalability, and cost optimization.
• Experience with user research/design thinking and digital transformation.