[Remote] Product Management Director – Technical and AI

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pearson is a global leader in educational products and services, dedicated to fostering personal and professional growth through learning. They are seeking an innovative and experienced Product Management Director to lead AI-related and strategic initiatives, driving excellence in product management and innovation across their product portfolio. Responsibilities • Embed into business units to develop customer-centric roadmaps and compelling business cases • Coach teams to develop high-quality MRDs, PRDs, and refine complex work into shippable increments • Help teams define winning product strategies and navigate ambiguity through rigorous user-centric discovery • Lead rapid product builds with design and engineering teams, delivering features through agile methodologies • Drive AI product strategy and deliver breakthrough genAI innovations (LLMs, partnerships, acquisitions) • Coach teams to adopt MVP mindset for rapid experimentation and market validation • Lead complex technical problem-solving and integration planning across product and engineering organizations • Execute player-coach model: hands-on product building while developing team capabilities • Drive targeted interventions with practitioner credibility, championing high-impact delivery practices • Lead technology/product training initiatives and foster vibrant communities of practice • Own roadmap excellence and technical strategy development across multiple business units • Independently drive cross-functional initiatives spanning design, engineering, and business teams • Lead innovation pipeline and strategic partnerships in AI/emerging technologies Skills • 8+ years of product management experience with demonstrable AI/ML expertise • Strong technical background in software engineering or related disciplines • Proven track record shipping complex technical products and leading engineering partnerships • Deep understanding of AI/ML technologies, particularly generative AI and agentic systems • Experience building product prototypes and technical roadmaps from concept to market • Successful experience with startups, acquisitions, or large-scale innovation initiatives • Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field • Domain expertise in learning technologies and educational product development • Entrepreneurial experience in high-growth or startup environments • Strong analytical capabilities and systems thinking approach to complex technical challenges Benefits • Annual incentive program Company Overview • Pearson operates as a media and education company that offers a wide range of services to its customers. It was founded in 1998, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.pearson.com/. Company H1B Sponsorship • Pearson has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2023, 1 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job