Technical Product Manager, AI
webAI
Location
Austin, TX
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
Hybrid
Department
EngineeringAI/ML
About Us:
webAI is pioneering the future of artificial intelligence by establishing the first distributed AI infrastructure dedicated to personalized AI. We recognize the evolving demands of a data-driven society for scalability and flexibility, and we firmly believe that the future of AI lies in distributed processing at the edge, bringing computation closer to the source of data generation. Our mission is to build a future where a company's valuable data and intellectual property remain entirely private, enabling the deployment of large-scale AI models directly on standard consumer hardware without compromising the information embedded within those models. We are developing an end-to-end platform that is secure, scalable, and fully under the control of our users, empowering enterprises with AI that understands their unique business. We are a team driven by truth, ownership, tenacity, and humility, and we seek individuals who resonate with these core values and are passionate about shaping the next generation of AI.
About the Role:
The Technical Product Manager, AI will play a central role in defining and guiding the development of webAI’s AI capabilities across distributed inference, large language models, on-device machine learning, and enterprise integrations. You will collaborate closely with engineering, applied AI, research, and customer-facing teams to translate complex technical requirements into clear product plans, ensuring our platform delivers meaningful value to public sector and enterprise users.
This role requires strong technical depth, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to drive execution in fast-paced, high-impact environments. You will shape product strategy, prioritize roadmaps, and ensure AI features are delivered with performance, usability, and security in mind.
Responsibilities:
Develop product strategy, requirements, and roadmaps for AI features across distributed inference, LLM integration, and model optimization
Partner with engineering and research teams to translate technical concepts into actionable product specifications
Own the full product lifecycle from ideation to launch including requirements gathering, prioritization, execution, and delivery
Work directly with customers and partners to understand mission needs and ensure solutions align with real-world use cases
Create detailed product documentation, technical briefs, release notes, and internal communication materials
Lead cross-functional collaboration between Engineering, Applied AI, Research, and Go-to-Market teams
Evaluate competing priorities and make data-driven tradeoff decisions that balance complexity, user needs, and business goals
Track performance metrics, model outputs, and reliability indicators to drive continuous improvement
Stay up to date on AI advancements including LLMs, multimodal models, on-device inference, and infrastructure trends
Ensure clear communication across teams and alignment on timelines, risks, and deliverables
Qualifications:
3+ years of product management, technical program management, machine learning engineering, or related experience
Strong understanding of AI and machine learning technologies including modern LLMs, generative models, inference optimization, and distributed compute
Experience managing technical software or ML products from concept to delivery
Ability to translate customer needs into detailed, actionable product requirements
Strong technical background with the ability to understand model architecture, inference constraints, and system integration
Excellent communication skills capable of bridging technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience working with engineering teams in fast-paced, iterative development environments
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
Preferred Skills
Have shipped a widely adapted AI product
Experience with on-device machine learning, edge inference, or hardware-constrained environments
AI or ML engineering experience or graduate-level education in machine learning
Familiarity with data pipelines, MLOps, and AI model evaluation frameworks
Experience defining metrics, performance benchmarks, or AI reliability standards
Ability to thrive in a fast-moving startup environment with evolving priorities
We at webAI are committed to living out the core values we have put in place as the foundation on which we operate as a team. We seek individuals who exemplify the following:
Truth - Emphasizing transparency and honesty in every interaction and decision.
Ownership - Taking full responsibility for one’s actions and decisions, demonstrating commitment to the success of our clients.
Tenacity - Persisting in the face of challenges and setbacks, continually striving for excellence and improvement.
Humility - Maintaining a respectful and learning-oriented mindset, acknowledging the strengths and contributions of others.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package.
401k Match (US-based only)
$200/mos Health and Wellness Stipend
$400/year Continuing Education Credit
$500/year Function Health subscription (US-based only)
Free parking, for in-office employees
Unlimited Approved PTO
Parental Leave for Eligible Employees
Supplemental Life Insurance
webAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline. In addition, it is the policy of webAI to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances where a particular employee works.