Remote Lead AI Product Manager

Placements24

Siyancuma Local Municipality

Hybrid

ZAR 1,995,000 - 2,992,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Lead AI Product Manager to drive product strategy and execution for innovative AI offerings in a remote-first environment. You will define roadmaps and translate market needs into valuable AI products while guiding cross‑functional teams from concept to launch.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in product management with a focus on AI/ML, strong analytical and leadership skills, and experience with agile methods in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

7+ years in product management with AI/ML focus.
Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Business; MBA preferred.
Strong AI/ML concepts, capabilities, and limitations.
Experience defining strategy, roadmaps, launching tech products.
Excellent analytics, problem solving, and communication.
Experience with agile development.
Ability to thrive in a remote-first, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI products.
Conduct market research and customer feedback sessions.
Translate AI capabilities into features and user experiences.
Prioritize backlogs and manage the product lifecycle with engineering, data science, and design.
Write detailed PRDs, user stories, and specifications.
Launch new AI products with marketing and sales teams.
Monitor product performance and iterate for growth.
Mentor junior product managers and contribute to the PM practice.

Skills

AI/ML concepts

Product strategy

Leadership

Agile methodologies

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Business

MBA preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking leader in AI and Emerging Technologies, is seeking a visionary Lead AI Product Manager to drive product strategy and execution for their innovative AI offerings. This is a fully remote role, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to groundbreaking AI solutions. You will be responsible for defining the product roadmap, translating market needs and technological possibilities into successful AI-powered products, and leading cross-functional teams from concept to launch. The ideal candidate possesses a unique blend of business acumen, technical understanding of AI, and a proven track record in product management. You will champion the AI product vision, guide development efforts, and ensure our products deliver exceptional value to users and meet strategic business objectives. As a remote-first company, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI-powered products.
Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback sessions to identify product opportunities.
Translate complex AI capabilities into compelling product features and user experiences.
Prioritize product backlogs and manage the product development lifecycle in collaboration with engineering, data science, and design teams.
Write detailed product requirements, user stories, and specifications.
Launch new AI products and features, working closely with marketing and sales teams.
Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate on products to drive growth and engagement.
Stay abreast of AI trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape.
Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and the product development team.
Mentor junior product managers and contribute to the growth of the product management practice.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
7+ years of experience in product management, with at least 3 years focused specifically on AI or machine learning products.
Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, capabilities, and limitations.
Proven experience in defining product strategy, roadmaps, and launching successful technology products.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
Exceptional communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
Experience working with agile development methodologies.
Familiarity with data analysis and user research techniques.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote-first, and collaborative environment.

Benefits