Description

Future Works is searching for a results-driven, AI-Enabled Product Manager with strong end-to-end product lifecycle development (PDLC) experience in custom software solutions. In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing the full design and development lifecycle of custom applications, ensuring products are delivered on time, on spec, and aligned with client needs. Your ability to guide cross-functional teams through the PDLC will be essential in transforming client requirements into high-impact digital products.

Key Responsibilities

Product Vision and Roadmap: Define and execute a product vision centered on AI and custom software, establishing a detailed roadmap that aligns with client goals and Future Works’ standards.
End-to-End PDLC Management: Lead the entire product development lifecycle, overseeing design, development, and deployment phases to deliver seamless, high-quality custom applications.
Design and Development Coordination: Manage and synchronize design and development teams, ensuring all phases of the project are on track and meet client expectations for functionality, usability, and aesthetics.
AI Integration in Custom Software: Work closely with engineering and data science teams to integrate AI capabilities, making strategic choices about where AI can add the most value to custom software and applications.
Client Engagement and Relationship Management: Serve as the primary client contact, communicating progress, gathering feedback, and refining requirements based on client requirements.
Performance Tracking and Quality Control: Establish KPIs and benchmarks, rigorously monitoring design and development progress to ensure high delivery standards and consistent quality.
Iteration and Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of iteration, using data and feedback to refine PDLC processes and drive innovation in AI-enhanced custom application development.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum of 5 years in product management with hands-on experience across all phases of the PDLC, especially in delivering custom software solutions that integrate AI.
Product Management Skills: Proven track record of managing and coordinating complex design and development lifecycles, from concept to launch.
Technical Knowledge in AI and Software Development: Strong understanding of AI concepts (LLMs, machine learning, NLP, data analytics) and software development methodologies, with the ability to communicate technical requirements to design and development teams.
Leadership and Team Management: Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams, including design, development, and engineering, to deliver products on schedule.
Client-Focused: Skilled in building client relationships, translating requirements into actionable deliverables, and ensuring alignment with client needs and goals.
Analytical and Data-Driven: Excellent analytical skills to assess product performance, interpret data, and make informed decisions that enhance products and outcomes.
Cross-Functional Teams: 5-7+ years of experience leading multidisciplinary teams for digital products.
Proficiency in our project software suite. (GSuite, Clickup, Figma, Jira)

Benefits

Fully Remote
Flexible Hours / Time Zone
Open Vacation Policy
Carbon Offsetting and more

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