AI Product Manager - Data Science

dawarconsulting; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Paid Sick Leave

401(k)

Job summary

DawarConsulting is seeking an AI Product Manager - Data Science in South San Francisco, CA to lead strategy, roadmap, and delivery of AI/ML products across Commercial, Medical, and Government Affairs. You will collaborate with data science, engineering, IT, and business leaders to drive customer engagement and decision-making.

The role emphasizes responsible AI, scalable architectures, and measurable ROI, with a focus on governance and cross-functional execution in a fast-paced biotech

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 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 as SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.

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

AI/ML

Generative AI

NLP

Deep Learning

Education

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

Tools

Python

R

Scala

SQL

Job description

Our client, a world leader in biotechnology and life sciences, is looking for an “AI Product Manager - Data Science”. Location: South San Francisco, CA 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 a Principal Data Science/AI Product Manager to 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+ 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, 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 as SaaS, 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.