Manager, Product AI

jci; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation & holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Product AI Manager to lead AI-enabled product strategy, development, and delivery across the enterprise.

You will partner with business leaders, data scientists, and engineers to identify high-impact AI opportunities, own the roadmap, and ensure successful execution from concept to deployment and adoption. This role requires leading cross-functional teams, setting measurable KPIs, and driving business value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in a relevant field; practical experience accepted.
• Experience defining product strategies and translating them into outcomes.
• Experience leading enterprise-scale initiatives with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Familiarity with AI governance, security, and responsible AI practices.

Responsibilities

• Define the AI product portfolio vision, strategy, and multi-year roadmap.
• Identify AI opportunities aligned with business objectives and customer outcomes.
• Lead end-to-end product lifecycle from ideation through deployment and adoption.
• Collaborate with engineering, data science, and analytics teams to deliver scalable AI products.
• Develop business cases, investment recommendations, and KPIs for AI initiatives.
• Drive adoption and measurable business outcomes through stakeholder engagement.

Skills

AI strategy

Product management

Stakeholder engagement

Agile methodologies

Cross-functional leadership

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IT/Data Science/Business

Master's degree in CS/Data Science/Engineering/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Azure

AWS

Google Cloud Platform

Enterprise data platforms

Job description

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it matters most. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results, and help move society forward.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, and vision care
• On-the-job and cross-training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What You Will Do

Johnson Controls is seeking a Product AI Manager to lead the strategy, development, and delivery of AI-enabled products and solutions that drive business value across the enterprise.

In this role, you will partner with business leaders, product teams, data scientists, and software engineers to identify high-impact opportunities for artificial intelligence and translate them into scalable solutions. You will own the AI product roadmap, prioritize investments, and ensure successful execution from concept through deployment and adoption.

As a Product AI Manager, you will:

• Define and execute the strategic vision for Johnson Controls' AI product portfolio.
• Identify and prioritize AI opportunities that support business objectives and customer outcomes.
• Develop and manage AI product roadmaps aligned with enterprise priorities.
• Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle from ideation through deployment and continuous improvement.
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate challenges and opportunities into AI-powered solutions.
• Collaborate with software engineers, data scientists, and analytics teams to deliver scalable products.
• Evaluate emerging AI technologies and recommend innovative solutions that create business value.
• Develop business cases, investment recommendations, and success metrics for AI initiatives.
• Drive adoption and measurable business outcomes through effective stakeholder engagement and change management.
• Lead cross-functional teams while fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.

AI Product Strategy & Roadmap Management

• Define the vision, strategy, and multi-year roadmap for AI products and capabilities.
• Establish portfolio priorities based on business value, customer needs, feasibility, and return on investment.
• Develop business cases outlining expected benefits, risks, resource requirements, and implementation approaches.
• Evaluate industry trends, competitive intelligence, and emerging technologies to inform strategic decisions.
• Create measurable KPIs and success metrics to assess product performance and business impact.

Product Delivery & Execution

• Lead AI product initiatives from concept through launch and post-deployment optimization.
• Translate business requirements into product features, user stories, and prioritized backlogs.
• Partner with engineering and data science teams to ensure successful delivery against roadmap commitments.
• Manage project milestones, timelines, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communications.
• Monitor product adoption and performance to identify enhancement opportunities and drive continuous improvement.

Business Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with business leaders to identify high-impact use cases and strategic opportunities for AI.
• Facilitate discovery workshops and stakeholder sessions to gather requirements and validate opportunities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business and technology leaders on AI strategy and investment decisions.
• Build alignment across executive leadership, product teams, and technical stakeholders.
• Present recommendations, roadmaps, business cases, and performance updates to senior leadership.

AI Solution Leadership

• Partner with technical teams to evaluate AI platforms, models, tools, and solution architectures.
• Provide guidance on technology selection, implementation approaches, scalability, and governance.
• Support build-versus-buy evaluations and vendor selection processes.
• Promote responsible AI principles, security standards, and model governance practices.
• Ensure AI initiatives align with enterprise technology strategies and business objectives.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and influence cross-functional teams including product managers, engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders.
• Foster collaboration across functions to ensure successful delivery and adoption of AI solutions.
• Mentor team members and promote best practices in product management, agile methodologies, and AI innovation.
• Drive accountability for key deliverables, milestones, and business outcomes.
• Champion a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and customer-focused problem solving.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of experience in product management, software development, technology strategy, digital transformation, or related disciplines.
• Experience defining product strategies and translating them into successful business outcomes.
• Experience leading enterprise-scale initiatives involving both business and technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to drive product vision, prioritization, and execution within a complex organization.
• Experience working in Agile product development environments.

AI & Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), AI agents, and emerging AI technologies.
• Experience evaluating and implementing AI-enabled solutions to solve business challenges.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Understanding of enterprise data ecosystems, analytics platforms, and modern software development practices.
• Knowledge of AI governance, responsible AI principles, and model lifecycle management.
• Experience partnering with engineering and data science teams to deliver production-ready solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience managing AI, analytics, digital, or software product portfolios.
• Experience working with generative AI technologies, AI agents, agentic workflows, or enterprise AI platforms.
• Experience building business cases and measuring return on investment for technology initiatives.
• Knowledge of enterprise platforms, data infrastructure, and cloud-native architectures.
• Experience operating within large, global organizations undergoing digital transformation.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and executive presentation skills.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
• Passion for innovation and leveraging emerging technologies to create business value.

Additional Information

Work Location & Arrangement: Glendale, WI or Dallas, TX (Hybrid: 3 days in office)

Travel: Up to 15% domestic travel may be required.

Sponsorship: Johnson Controls will not sponsor applicants for work visas or provide immigration-related employment sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Relocation: No relocation assistance

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $112,000 - $145,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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