Senior AI Product Manager

Placements24

Vereeniging

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

AI product leadership

Career growth opportunities

Hybrid work environment

Collaborative culture

Shaping AI products in Vereeniging

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng is seeking a Senior AI Product Manager to define the strategy and roadmap for AI products. You will bridge business needs, user requirements, and technical feasibility to deliver market-ready solutions.

The role requires deep AI/ML knowledge, strong market insight, and end-to-end product lifecycle experience, with a hybrid work setup in Vereeniging.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in CS, Engineering, Business; MBA or Master’s preferred.
7+ years in product management with AI/ML focus.
Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and business applications.
Experience with Agile development methodologies.
Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication.

Responsibilities

Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI-powered products.
Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user studies to identify opportunities.
Translate strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and specs.
Prioritize features and manage the product backlog effectively.
Collaborate with engineering throughout the lifecycle from concept to launch.
Develop go-to-market strategies and product positioning with marketing and sales.
Monitor performance, gather feedback, and iterate on features.
Act as the product evangelist to stakeholders.

Skills

AI product management

Stakeholder leadership

Agile methods

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/Business

MBA or Master’s preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leader in developing innovative AI-powered solutions and is looking for a strategic and experienced Senior AI Product Manager to spearhead product development in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role requires a visionary leader who can define the product strategy, roadmap, and feature definition for our cutting-edge AI products. You will bridge the gap between business needs, user requirements, and technical capabilities, ensuring that our AI offerings deliver significant value and market impact. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of AI technologies, market dynamics, and product lifecycle management. This position is based in Vereeniging, Gauteng , with a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for flexibility and collaboration. You will work closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to bring impactful AI products to market.

Key Responsibilities

Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for AI-powered products.
Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user studies to identify product opportunities.
Translate product strategy into detailed product requirements, user stories, and specifications.
Prioritize product features and manage the product backlog effectively.
Collaborate closely with engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle, from concept to launch.
Work with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and product positioning.
Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate on product features.
Act as the product evangelist, communicating the value proposition to internal and external stakeholders.
Stay abreast of AI trends, emerging technologies, and industry best practices.
Manage product launch activities and ensure successful adoption by customers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field; MBA or Master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in product management, with a significant focus on AI/ML products.
Demonstrated success in defining and launching complex technology products.
Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and their business applications.
Excellent market analysis, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and marketing.
Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Experience with Agile development methodologies.
Familiarity with user experience (UX) design principles is a plus.
Experience in the South African market or with global AI product rollouts is advantageous.

Benefits