AI Product Manager - Machine Learning Platforms

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced AI Product Manager to lead the development of AI/ML platforms in a fully remote role. You will define vision, strategy, and a data-driven roadmap, collaborating with engineering, research, and GTM teams to empower data scientists and developers to build and deploy models efficiently.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in product management for AI/ML spaces, strong knowledge of ML concepts and MLOps, and excellent communication skills in a fast-moving, remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years in product management with a focus on AI/ML platforms/infra.
• Solid understanding of ML concepts, MLOps, and data science workflows.
• Proven experience in agile development.
• Demonstrated ability to define strategy and roadmaps.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI/ML platforms and tools.
• Gather and prioritize requirements; translate into user stories and specs.
• Collaborate with engineering and research to deliver platform features.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to guide strategy.
• Engage with customers and stakeholders to gather feedback.
• Manage backlog and prioritize development by business value.
• Define and track key product metrics to drive improvements.
• Work with marketing and sales on GTM strategies and documentation.
• Champion adoption of AI/ML platforms across the organization.

Skills

AI/ML platforms

Agile product management

Stakeholder communication

Data science workflows

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

MBA or Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MLOps tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic leader in AI & Emerging Technologies, is seeking an experienced and strategic AI Product Manager to lead the development of their innovative machine learning platforms. This fully remote position offers the exciting opportunity to shape the future of AI tooling and infrastructure, enabling data scientists and engineers to build and deploy AI models more efficiently. You will be responsible for defining the product vision, strategy, and roadmap, working closely with engineering, research, and go-to-market teams. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of machine learning concepts, a passion for building developer-centric products, and proven experience in agile product management. This role is critical in empowering our client's internal teams and external customers to leverage AI effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI/ML platforms and tools.
• Gather and prioritize product and customer requirements, translating them into detailed user stories and product specifications.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and research teams to deliver high-quality AI platform features.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and inform product strategy.
• Engage with customers and internal stakeholders to understand their needs and gather feedback.
• Manage the product backlog and prioritize development efforts based on business value and strategic alignment.
• Define and track key product metrics to measure success and drive continuous improvement.
• Work with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and product documentation.
• Champion the adoption and effective use of the AI/ML platforms across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; MBA or Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product management, with a significant focus on AI/ML platforms, tools, or infrastructure.
• Solid understanding of machine learning concepts, algorithms, MLOps, and data science workflows.
• Proven experience working in an agile development environment.
• Demonstrated ability to define product strategy and execute on product roadmaps.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in user research and customer engagement.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a highly competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and comprehensive health benefits. Enjoy the ultimate flexibility in your work location, promoting an excellent work-life balance. Our client provides abundant opportunities for professional growth, including training, conferences, and exposure to cutting-edge AI technologies. You'll be part of an innovative and supportive culture, working on products that are central to the company's AI strategy. This is a chance to significantly impact the direction of AI development tools.