Software & Ai Product Manager

Astra Applications; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 64 000 - 76 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI and software development agency is seeking a Senior Product Manager to drive client engagement, product strategy, and agile delivery. You will manage product roadmaps while rapidly prototyping using low-code tools. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in product management, a track record of delivering successful digital products, and a strong grasp of generative AI technology. This fully remote role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical aid and retirement contributions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical aid contribution

Retirement fund contribution

20 days paid annual leave

Paid sick leave

Annual performance bonus

Home office stipend

Flexible working hours

Professional development budget

Wellness perks

Qualifications

• 7+ years in product management or project management, with experience in a lead role.
• Proven success delivering digital products, ideally in an agency environment.
• Deep familiarity with generative AI, automation, CRM platforms, and database products.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, managing timelines and vision alignment.
• Translate business needs into software solutions and produce product briefs.
• Lead cross-functional teams using agile methodologies.

Skills

Product management

Project management

Generative AI

No-code/low-code platforms

Agile methodologies

Excellent communication

Technical fluency

Tools

Bubble

Airtable

Lovable

Job description

Remote | Full-Time | 7+ Years Experience

Astra Applications – Building the Future with AI + Software

Astra Applications is a U.S. based software and AI development agency serving clients both domestically and worldwide.

We're on the cutting edge of technology, combining generative AI, CRM, and database solutions to deliver transformative applications for small businesses.

Our culture thrives on agility, adaptability, and innovation—in and beyond, that means blending AI-first product strategies with rapid low-code prototyping to bring ideas to life faster than ever.

The Role

We're looking for a Senior Product Manager who can operate at the intersection of client leadership, product strategy, agile delivery, and hands-on prototyping.

This isn't just a planning role—you'll also get into the creative build process using AI and low-code tools.

You'll be a trusted partner for our clients, helping them imagine what's possible, and then guiding our design and development teams to make it real.

What You'll Do

• Client Partner: Act as the primary point of contact for clients (non-sales), managing timelines, roadmaps, and vision alignment.
• Product Strategist: Translate business needs into creative software solutions, producing product briefs and vision documents that inspire action.
• Agile Project Leader: Lead cross-functional teams using agile methodologies—scrum, sprint planning, retros, backlog management.
• Vibe Coder: Rapidly prototype products up to ~75% completion using low-code / no-code tools (e.g., Lovable, Bubble, Airtable) and AI-assisted workflows.
• AI Innovator: Stay ahead of the curve on how generative AI can be embedded into apps, CRMs, and databases to deliver competitive advantages.
• Global Communicator: Manage stakeholders across time zones with clear, engaging communication in a fully remote environment.

What We're Looking For

• 7+ years in product management, project management, or similar roles—at least several years in a senior/lead role.
• Proven success delivering digital products (ideally in an agency or client-facing environment).
• Deep familiarity with generative AI, automation, CRM platforms, and database-driven products.
• Hands‑on proficiency with no-code/low-code platforms and AI-powered prototyping.
• Strong grasp of agile frameworks and experience running distributed, cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills—capable of simplifying complex ideas and keeping clients engaged and aligned.
• Technical fluency: comfortable discussing architecture, APIs, and trade-offs with engineers.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: 70, Rand per year (competitive salary, paid bi-weekly in USD).
• Company contribution to medical aid (health insurance).
• Employer contribution to retirement/pension fund.
• 20 days paid annual leave (in addition to South African public holidays).
• Paid sick leave in line with South African standards.
• Annual performance bonus (5–15% of base salary).
• Home office stipend (internet, equipment, electricity).
• Flexible remote working hours.
• Professional development budget (courses, certifications, conferences).
• Wellness perks (gym allowance, mental health resources).

Why Join Astra?

Impact: Work directly with clients shaping the next wave of AI-powered software.

Innovation: Use the latest tools in generative AI, automation, and no-code development.

Flexibility: Fully remote, U.S.-based company serving clients worldwide.

Culture: Agile, adaptive, and built for creative problem-solvers who want to own outcomes.