AI Product Leader: Strategy, AI Delivery

Optimal Growth Technologies; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking an AI Product Owner to drive the vision and execution of AI-powered solutions. This role involves defining product strategy, managing backlogs, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure user-centric and compliant AI products. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in product management with a focus on AI/ML technologies, strong collaboration skills, and a track record of delivering impactful solutions in an agile setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in product management/ownership, with at least 2 years focused on AI or ML products.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts, data pipelines, and cloud platforms.
• Experience delivering digital/AI-enabled solutions in an agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the AI product vision and roadmap.
• Own, prioritize, and refine the AI product backlog.
• Work closely with engineering teams to shape AI/ML model development.
• Act as the primary liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Ensure AI products comply with data privacy and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Product ownership

AI/ML technologies

Data strategy

Agile delivery

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

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

Product Owner or Agile certifications

Tools

Azure

AWS

GCP

Job description

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking an AI Product Owner to drive the vision and execution of AI-powered solutions. This role involves defining product strategy, managing backlogs, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure user-centric and compliant AI products. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in product management with a focus on AI/ML technologies, strong collaboration skills, and a track record of delivering impactful solutions in an agile setting.