AI-Driven Automation Product Lead

Position Title: AI-Driven Automation Product Lead

Location: Manhattan, NY (Hybrid/On-Site Preferred)

A cutting-edge technology innovator in AI-powered automation is seeking a strategic and technical product leader to guide the development of intelligent automation systems. As the AI-Driven Automation Product Lead, you’ll be at the forefront of pioneering solutions that combine machine learning, robotics, and real-time data to transform critical operations in high-impact industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare.

In this role, you’ll serve as the essential connector between cross-functional teams—engineering, research, customer experience, and commercialization—turning real-world challenges into advanced AI solutions. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of robotics with real-time intelligence, this opportunity is your chance to drive meaningful innovation at scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the entire product lifecycle for AI-enhanced robotic systems, from concept through deployment.
• Convert complex customer needs into technically feasible and scalable AI product requirements.
• Prioritize feature roadmaps that balance innovation, business goals, and system capabilities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary technical teams to develop solutions in machine perception, decision-making, and automation.
• Define success metrics around AI performance (accuracy, reliability, and usability).
• Manage model deployment pipelines including version control, inference architecture, and continuous learning feedback.
• Engage with end users and commercial teams to demo features, gather insights, and translate feedback into actionable improvements.

Sample Initiatives You Might Tackle:

• Launching a computer vision-driven quality control module for assembly lines.
• Rolling out predictive diagnostics using sensor fusion and machine learning.
• Building user-friendly dashboards for configuration and oversight of AI behaviors in the field.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum of 3 years of product management experience, with at least 1 year focused on AI, ML, or intelligent systems.
• Solid foundation in technical concepts related to robotics, sensor data, and AI workflows.
• Demonstrated success in delivering products requiring collaboration across ML engineering and software teams.
• Strong ability to translate complex technical concepts into value-driven product features and user stories.
• Familiarity with modern product development tools (e.g., JIRA, Figma, Notion).

Preferred:

• Experience in robotics, automation, or IoT-focused product environments.
• Hands-on familiarity with ML operations and deployment workflows.
• Background working in high-growth or early-stage tech organizations.
• Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Why Join Us:

• Be a catalyst in defining the future of AI-integrated automation.
• Influence product direction in a mission-focused, agile environment.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and equity potential.
• Access professional development opportunities such as PM and AI certifications.