AI Product Owner

Farmington, MI 48336

Posted: 01/30/2026 Job Number: 166223

Job Description


AI Product Owner

Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)

Rate: $50–$55/hour on W-2 (No C2C or third-party candidates)

⏱ Duration: 1+ year contract with potential extensions

Interview Process: Two-round video interview

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced AI Product Owner to guide the discovery, development, and delivery of AI and Generative AI solutions within a regulated, enterprise environment. This role bridges business strategy, data science, and engineering, ensuring AI initiatives deliver measurable business value from experimentation through production.

The ideal candidate combines a strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, excellent product or project management skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
  • Partner with business stakeholders to identify, define, and prioritize AI and Generative AI use cases.
  • Guide lines of business on how to experiment with, integrate, and measure AI solutions.
  • Collaborate closely with data science, engineering, data governance, and product teams to move AI initiatives into production.
  • Gather, document, and manage business requirements, system requirements, analytics needs, and UAT.
  • Break down complex, ambiguous problems into well-defined use cases and roadmaps.
  • Define KPIs and success metrics to evaluate AI performance and business impact.
  • Support the full product lifecycle, including launch, iteration, and continuous improvement.
  • Monitor user feedback, KPIs, and market trends to refine product strategy.
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to AI solutions, including data, ethics, and compliance considerations.
  • Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable business insights.

Required Skills & Qualifications
  • Strong understanding of AI concepts, including:
  • Machine learning
  • Generative AI
  • Data science fundamentals
  • Model lifecycle management
  • Experience with product or project management, preferably in Agile environments.
  • Familiarity with cloud AI platforms, particularly Azure and Bedrock.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with:
  • Data scientists
  • Engineers
  • Business and executive stakeholders
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred / Desired Skills
  • Understanding of data science practices and methodologies for measuring AI use cases.
  • Awareness of data ethics, responsible AI, and risk management.
  • Familiarity with software development practices, version control, and deployment strategies.
  • Experience supporting or defining AI strategies for business units.
  • Consulting experience within product or project management.
  • Background in financial services or a related regulated industry.

Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Proven experience owning or supporting AI-driven products or initiatives.
  • Comfortable working across experimentation, pilot, and production phases.
  • Highly organized with strong stakeholder management skills.
  • Curious, adaptable, and passionate about emerging technologies.
  • Able to balance technical feasibility with business value and risk considerations.

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