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5years

Job Location drjobs

Nairobi - Kenya

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Position Overview

Pawa IT is seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Technical Product Manager- AI Products to drive the growth of our AI and Machine Learning (AI/ML) product offerings. This is a hands-on role for a leader with a deep understanding of software development principles and a passion for building intelligent data-driven products.


The Technical Product Manager will be responsible for managing a team of software engineers in the development and enhancement of our existing AI solutions while also leading the rapid prototyping and Proof of Concept (PoC) development for new AI-powered products. The ideal candidate will possess significant software engineering experience a strong technical understanding of a range of AI/ML technologies (such as Natural Language Processing (NLP) Computer Vision and predictive analytics) exceptional leadership skills and a proven track record of bringing innovative products to market. This role requires a hands-on approach including the ability to review code manage technical conflicts and contribute directly to product development.


Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Development (50%)

  • Lead the ongoing development and enhancement of existing AI-powered solutions.

  • Drive rapid prototyping and PoC development for new AI products leveraging technologies like Computer Vision (e.g. for data extraction) NLP and predictive modeling.

  • Provide technical guidance conduct code reviews and make key architectural decisions to ensure solutions are scalable reliable and secure.

  • Resolve technical conflicts champion best practices and maintain high engineering standards.

  • Contribute directly to development using Python and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services.

Core Product Management (30%)

  • Define and execute a cohesive product strategy and roadmap for the entire AI/ML product portfolio.

  • Translate customer needs and business requirements into detailed product specifications and user stories.

  • Own the product lifecycle from ideation and validation through to launch iteration and end-of-life.

Team & Stakeholder Management (20%)

  • Lead and mentor a team of talented software engineers fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including design marketing and sales to ensure successful product delivery and go-to-market execution.

  • Manage project timelines deliverables and communication with all stakeholders.




Requirements

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field.

  • 3 years of product management experience.

  • 5 years of hands-on software engineering experience with strong Python proficiency.

  • Experience with the product management lifecycle for mobile applications

  • Demonstrated track record of leading technical teams and managing product roadmaps from concept to completion.

  • Experience with FastAPI React/Vue/Angular and modern web technologies

  • Experience with AI/ML technologies frameworks and LLMs (e.g. NLP Computer Vision predictive modeling).

  • Knowledge of Docker microservices DevOps practices and cloud-native architectures- Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is an added advantage.



Application and Hiring Process

We believe in a hiring process that is transparent practical and respects your time. Our goal is to understand your real-world problem-solving skills and give you a genuine preview of the work youll be doing at Pawa IT.


To achieve this we have designed a three-step process that begins with a hands-on assessment. This "work-first" approach allows us to focus on practical ability from the start and ensures that subsequent interviews are highly productive and relevant for everyone involved.


  1. Step 1: The Hands-on Assessment: You will complete the take-home assessment detailed in this document. This is your opportunity to showcase your technical expertise product thinking and problem-solving skills on a challenge that mirrors the work we do every day. You will submit your CV alongside your assessment which our team will review to determine the next steps.

  2. Step 2: Technical & Product Interview: If your assessment meets our standards you will be invited to a technical interview with the Hiring Manager and potential peers from the engineering team. This session will be a deep dive into your assessment submission your past experience and your approach to solving technical and product challenges.

  3. Step 3: Culture & Vision Interview: The final stage is a conversation with a member of our executive leadership team. This interview focuses on your career aspirations your alignment with our company values and your potential to contribute to Pawa IT s long-term vision.


Ready to Apply

  • Your CV: Your up-to-date CV in PDF format.

  • Your Completed Assessment: A link to your private GitHub repository containing your completed assessment




Benefits

  • Health Insurance for yourself and your beneficiaries

  • Inclusion into the Pawa IT Pension Plan

  • Learning and Development support for role specific Certifications and Courses

  • Annual Performance Bonus

  • Free Lunch



Employment Type

Full Time

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