Lead AI Product Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive compensation

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead AI Product Manager to define the AI product strategy, roadmap, and requirements. This remote role partners with engineering, research, and design to deliver AI-powered features for a growing portfolio.

You will own the backlog, guide go-to-market, and liaise between technical teams and business stakeholders, leveraging AI knowledge and market insights to drive data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
• 5+ years of product management experience with a strong AI/ML focus.
• Proven track record launching and scaling AI-powered products.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and applications.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Experience in agile development and distributed remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the AI product vision, strategy, and roadmap, aligning with business goals.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer discovery.
• Write detailed product requirements, user stories, and specifications for AI features.
• Prioritize backlog and manage sprint planning with engineering teams.
• Launch new AI products and features, defining Go-to-Market strategies.
• Act as liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders.

Skills

AI product mgmt

Roadmap development

Stakeholder management

Go-to-market

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Business

MBA preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead AI Product Manager to drive the strategy and execution of their AI product portfolio from a remote setting. You will define the product roadmap, gather requirements, and work closely with engineering, research, and design teams to deliver innovative AI-powered features and products. This role requires a deep understanding of AI capabilities, market trends, and customer needs to identify opportunities and translate them into successful product initiatives. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of our client's AI offerings, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making and user-centric innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the AI product vision, strategy, and roadmap, aligning with business goals.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer discovery to identify new product opportunities.
• Write detailed product requirements, user stories, and specifications for AI features.
• Prioritize product backlog and manage sprint planning in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Launch new AI products and features, defining Go-to-Market strategies.
• Act as the primary liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a significant focus on AI/ML products.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling AI-powered products.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and their practical applications.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Experience working in an agile development environment and managing distributed teams remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based compensation for a remote role.
• Significant influence over the AI product strategy and development.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive remote work culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the AI product space.