AI Product Manager

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance‑or‑

Hybrid work model for flexibility.

Comprehensive health and wellness bene

Opportunities for career advancement

Collaborative and innovative work cul

Direct impact on AI product direction

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Product Manager to lead the strategy, roadmap, and execution of AI-powered products in a hybrid role. You will bridge cutting-edge AI capabilities with market needs, collaborating with engineering, data science, design, and marketing teams to bring innovative solutions from concept to launch.

You will define vision, conduct market research, translate requirements, and prioritize features while guiding go-to-market efforts in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product management with a focus on AI or technology products.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and their applications.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI-driven products.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new product opportunities.
• Translate customer needs and business requirements into detailed product specifications.
• Prioritize product features and manage the product backlog.
• Work closely with engineering and data science teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Launch new products and features, defining go-to-market strategies.

Skills

Product management

AI/ML concepts

Agile methodologies

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic AI Product Manager to lead the strategy, roadmap, and execution of innovative AI-powered products. In this hybrid role, you will bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI capabilities and market needs, ensuring our products deliver exceptional value to users. You will collaborate closely with engineering, data science, design, and marketing teams to bring impactful AI solutions from concept to launch. This is a fantastic opportunity for a product leader passionate about AI & Emerging Technologies and driving product success in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI-driven products.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new product opportunities.
• Translate customer needs and business requirements into detailed product specifications.
• Prioritize product features and manage the product backlog.
• Work closely with engineering and data science teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Launch new products and features, defining go-to-market strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in product management, with a focus on AI or technology products.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and their applications.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, hybrid team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model for flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Direct impact on the direction of AI product development.