AI Product Manager - Generative AI Solutions

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced AI Product Manager for its Nelspruit office, with hybrid work flexibility. You will lead strategy, roadmaps, and feature definitions for Generative AI products and work closely with engineering, research, design, and marketing teams to bring innovative AI solutions to market.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in product management for AI/ML, with strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of product management experience with AI/ML products, especially Generative AI.
• Strong understanding of Generative AI concepts and technologies.
• Experience defining strategy, roadmaps, and launching tech products.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for Generative AI solutions.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user interviews.
• Translate strategy into detailed product requirements, stories, and specs.
• Collaborate with AI research and engineering throughout development.

Skills

AI/ML product management

Hybrid work collaboration

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's in CS/Engineering/Business

MBA or Master's preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing tech company at the forefront of Generative AI, is seeking an experienced AI Product Manager to join their team in Nelspruit . This hybrid role requires a commitment to working from our Nelspruit office, complemented by remote flexibility. You will be responsible for defining the strategy, roadmap, and feature definition for our innovative Generative AI products. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of AI-powered content creation, software development, and customer engagement tools. You will work closely with engineering, research, design, and marketing teams to bring cutting-edge AI solutions to market and drive user adoption. If you have a passion for AI and a proven track record of launching successful tech products, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for Generative AI solutions.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify unmet needs and opportunities.
• Translate product strategy into detailed product requirements, user stories, and specifications.
• Collaborate closely with AI research and engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Prioritize features and backlog items based on business value, customer impact, and technical feasibility.
• Work with UX/UI designers to create intuitive and engaging user experiences.
• Develop go-to-market strategies and collaborate with marketing and sales teams for product launch.
• Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate on product features to drive continuous improvement.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on Generative AI trends and applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product management, with a strong focus on AI/ML products, particularly Generative AI.
• Proven experience in defining product strategy, roadmaps, and launching successful technology products.
• Deep understanding of Generative AI concepts, technologies (e.g., LLMs, diffusion models), and their applications.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working in a hybrid work environment.
• Located in or willing to relocate to Nelspruit , with a commitment to regular office attendance.
• Ability to understand technical complexities and translate them into business value.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, stock options, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits. The hybrid work model provides flexibility and supports work-life balance. We offer significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development, including training and exposure to cutting-edge AI research. You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team in our Nelspruit office, working on products that are shaping the future of AI. We foster an environment of innovation and encourage proactive contributions. Join us to lead the charge in the exciting field of Generative AI.