AI Product Manager

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Industry conferences

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an experienced AI Product Manager to lead the development and strategy of the company’s AI product portfolio. You will own the product lifecycle from ideation through launch, guiding cross-functional teams of engineers, data scientists, designers, and marketers.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in product management with a focus on AI/ML, strong communication and leadership skills, and a track record of delivering technology products in an agile environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product management with significant focus on AI/ML products.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, capabilities, and limitations.
• Proven track record of launching and managing technology products.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in an agile development environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI-driven products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify needs and opportunities.
• Translate business requirements and user needs into detailed product specifications and user stories.
• Collaborate with engineering, data science, design, and marketing teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Prioritize product features and manage the development backlog based on business value and feasibility.
• Launch new AI products and features with go-to-market strategies and success metrics.

Skills

Product management

AI/ML knowledge

Agile methodology

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and innovative AI Product Manager to lead the development and strategy of their artificial intelligence product portfolio in Soweto . This role is pivotal in identifying market opportunities, defining product roadmaps, and guiding cross-functional teams to deliver AI-powered solutions that meet customer needs and drive business growth. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and development to launch and iteration. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of AI technologies and a proven ability to translate complex concepts into successful market-ready products.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI-driven products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify unmet needs and opportunities.
• Translate business requirements and user needs into detailed product specifications and user stories.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, data science, design, and marketing teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Prioritize product features and manage the development backlog based on business value and technical feasibility.
• Launch new AI products and features, defining go-to-market strategies and success metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a significant focus on Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning products.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and managing technology products.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, capabilities, and limitations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in an agile development environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and impact.