AI Product Manager - Generative AI Solutions

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Professional growth and development

Access to cutting-edge AI technologies

Structured career path and continuous-

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced AI Product Manager to define the strategy, roadmap, and execution of generative AI products in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will bridge AI research with market needs, leading cross-functional teams across engineering, research, design, and marketing.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in product management, deep Generative AI knowledge (LLMs, diffusion or image models), and strong strategic and communication skills to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or Master's degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a proven track record of launching successful technology products.
• Demonstrated experience with Generative AI technologies, such as Large Language Models (LLMs) or image generation models.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and the AI development lifecycle.
• 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 with agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with the nuances of launching AI-powered products.

Responsibilities

• Define and champion the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for generative AI solutions.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify unmet needs and product opportunities.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and product specifications.
• Collaborate closely with AI research and engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Prioritize the product backlog and manage development sprints to ensure timely and high-quality product releases.
• Develop go-to-market strategies and collaborate with marketing and sales teams to launch new products.
• Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate on product features to drive continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in generative AI and their potential applications.

Skills

Product management

Generative AI

Market research

Strategic planning

Agile

Stakeholder communication

Education

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

MBA or Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in developing innovative AI solutions, is seeking an experienced and visionary AI Product Manager to join their team in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role will be responsible for defining and driving the strategy, roadmap, and execution of generative AI products. You will bridge the gap between cutting‑edge AI research and market needs, identifying opportunities and translating them into compelling product offerings. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of generative AI technologies (e.g., LLMs, diffusion models), market trends, and product development lifecycles. You will work closely with engineering, research, design, and marketing teams to bring groundbreaking AI products to life. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of generative AI in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment. Your role will be critical in identifying new product opportunities and ensuring our client remains at the forefront of AI innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and champion the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for generative AI solutions.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify unmet needs and product opportunities.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and product specifications.
• Collaborate closely with AI research and engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Prioritize the product backlog and manage development sprints to ensure timely and high-quality product releases.
• Develop go-to-market strategies and collaborate with marketing and sales teams to launch new products.
• Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate on product features to drive continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in generative AI and their potential applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or Master's degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a proven track record of launching successful technology products.
• Demonstrated experience with Generative AI technologies, such as Large Language Models (LLMs) or image generation models.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and the AI development lifecycle.
• 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 with agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with the nuances of launching AI-powered products.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Employees enjoy working in a collaborative and innovative environment with access to cutting‑edge AI technologies.
• The role in Vereeniging, Gauteng , provides a chance to be at the forefront of generative AI innovation and make a significant impact on the industry.
• We offer a structured career path and support for continuous learning.