AI Product Manager - Deep Learning Apps (Hybrid)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks an experienced AI Product Manager to drive strategy and development of deep learning-based products. You will bridge AI research and market needs, define roadmaps, translate complex concepts into user-centric features, and collaborate with engineering, research, and marketing teams in a hybrid role based in Polokwane, Limpopo.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in AI/ML product management, deep learning expertise, and strong market insight.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of product management with AI/ML focus.
• Strong understanding of deep learning concepts and applications.
• Experience turning market needs into product roadmaps and features.
• Proven ability to work with AI/ML engineers and researchers in Agile environments.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI/deep learning offerings.
• Conduct market research and customer discovery to identify opportunities.
• Translate requirements into detailed specs and user stories.
• Prioritize backlog and manage development lifecycle from concept to launch.
• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers, data scientists, and researchers.
• Develop go-to-market strategies and product positioning with marketing/sales.
• Monitor product performance and iterate based on user feedback.
• Stay updated on AI trends, technologies, and competitors.
• Present strategies and updates to executives and stakeholders.
• Foster a collaborative and agile development process.

Skills

AI/ML products

Roadmap development

Market research

Stakeholder communication

Agile methodologies

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Business

MBA or Master’s degree (plus)

Tools

Cloud platforms

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks an experienced AI Product Manager to drive strategy and development of deep learning-based products. You will bridge AI research and market needs, define roadmaps, translate complex concepts into user-centric features, and collaborate with engineering, research, and marketing teams in a hybrid role based in Polokwane, Limpopo.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in AI/ML product management, deep learning expertise, and strong market insight.