Technical Product Manager - AI/ML

Role Overview :We are seeking a seasoned Technical Product Manager to lead the next generation of AI-driven automotive solutions in Bangalore. In this role, you will bridge the gap between complex machine learning research and scalable mobility products, defining the roadmap for features that power autonomous driving, predictive maintenance, and intelligent cockpit experiences. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams of data scientists, automotive engineers, and software architects to translate high-level business objectives into technical requirements. By championing a user-centric approach, you will drive the development of innovative AI products that enhance vehicle safety, efficiency, and the overall driving experience, directly influencing the company's market position in the evolving mobility landscape.Key Responsibilities :- Define and execute the end-to-end product strategy for AI/ML-based automotive features, ensuring alignment with long-term business goals and market trends.- Translate complex technical specifications into actionable product roadmaps, enabling engineering teams to build robust, scalable, and safe automotive software solutions.- Lead cross-functional collaboration with data science and hardware teams to iterate on machine learning models, ensuring they meet rigorous automotive performance and safety standards.- Conduct deep-dive market analysis and user research to identify critical pain points in the mobility sector, prioritizing features that deliver measurable value to end-users and OEMs.- Manage the full product lifecycle, from conceptualization and prototyping to deployment and post-launch optimization, ensuring seamless integration into vehicle ecosystems.- Communicate product vision and progress to senior stakeholders and executive leadership, fostering transparency and securing buy-in for strategic initiatives.Required Skillset :- Demonstrated ability to manage complex AI/ML product lifecycles, with a deep understanding of model training, deployment, and performance monitoring in high-stakes environments.- Strong technical fluency in machine learning frameworks and data architecture, allowing for effective communication with engineering teams to solve architectural challenges.- Proven experience in the automotive or mobility domain, with a clear understanding of vehicle software stacks, safety standards, and the unique constraints of embedded systems.- Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and articulate technical value to non-technical audiences.- A strategic mindset that balances innovation with practical execution, capable of navigating the fast-paced, hybrid work environment typical of Bangalore's tech ecosystem.- An educational background in Engineering or Computer Science, ideally complemented by an MBA from a premier institute, providing a solid foundation in both technical and business domains.- Possess 8 - 15 years of professional experience in product management, specifically within the intersection of AI/ML and automotive technology. (ref:hirist.tech)