Sr. Product Manager, Cloud & AI Transformation

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr. Product Manager, Cloud & AI Transformation based in the United States.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a visionary product professional to drive the evolution of a mature software platform into a modern cloud-native and AI-enabled ecosystem. The role combines strategic planning, product innovation, and cross-functional leadership to shape the future of intelligent manufacturing technology. Working at the intersection of cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and enterprise software, you will define transformation roadmaps that deliver meaningful customer value while supporting long-term business growth. You will collaborate with engineering, architecture, marketing, and business stakeholders to modernize products, introduce AI-powered capabilities, and accelerate digital transformation initiatives. This position is ideal for a strategic leader who can balance technical innovation with commercial objectives while inspiring teams through complex organizational change.

• Define and execute the product roadmap for cloud transformation, ensuring alignment with customer needs, business priorities, and long-term platform strategy.
• Partner with engineering leadership and software architects to establish modernization initiatives, service-based architectures, and hybrid delivery models.
• Drive the transition from desktop-based software toward scalable cloud-enabled platforms and modular product ecosystems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop cloud-powered capabilities that balance local performance requirements with intelligent connected services.
• Lead integration initiatives involving cloud ecosystems, third-party platforms, product lifecycle management systems, and strategic technology partners.
• Define AI-powered workflows, intelligent automation strategies, predictive insights, and customer-facing innovation opportunities.
• Partner with AI and machine learning teams to deliver copilots, automation capabilities, advanced analytics, and data-driven experiences.
• Develop product strategies for telemetry, analytics, data pipelines, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish key performance indicators to measure transformation success, including adoption, engagement, customer satisfaction, and business outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with product management, engineering, UX, marketing, quality assurance, customer success, and sales teams to ensure successful execution.
• Lead organizational readiness efforts, change management initiatives, internal communications, and transformation enablement programs.
• Oversee beta programs, early-access initiatives, and customer feedback mechanisms to support iterative product development.
• Mentor product professionals and promote modern product management practices focused on cloud, SaaS, and AI-driven innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in product management, product leadership, or large-scale software transformation initiatives.
• At least 5 years of experience managing Product Managers, Product Owners, or similar product leadership teams.
• Demonstrated success leading desktop-to-cloud migrations, SaaS transformations, or enterprise software modernization programs.
• Strong understanding of cloud architectures, including Azure, AWS, and cloud-native service models.
• Experience integrating AI, machine learning capabilities, intelligent automation, or copilot technologies into enterprise software products.
• Technical fluency with APIs, data platforms, microservices, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software development environments.
• Experience with SaaS business models, subscription strategies, monetization frameworks, and product lifecycle management.
• Background in CAD/CAM software, manufacturing technology, industrial automation, or related sectors strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management systems, connected ecosystems, and hybrid deployment environments.
• Proven ability to balance technical modernization initiatives with customer-centric product outcomes.
• Strong organizational change management and transformation leadership capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams, align strategic priorities, and drive results in complex organizational environments.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead a large-scale cloud and AI transformation initiative with significant strategic impact.
• High-visibility leadership role influencing the future direction of innovative software products.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies including artificial intelligence, cloud platforms, data analytics, and intelligent automation.
• Collaboration with experienced engineering, architecture, product, and business leadership teams.
• Professional growth opportunities within a global technology and manufacturing ecosystem.
• Opportunity to shape next-generation SaaS and connected platform strategies.
• Access to a collaborative, innovation-focused culture that values curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Work environment centered on technology innovation, customer success, and long-term product excellence.
• Participation in transformational initiatives that directly influence industry-leading manufacturing solutions.
• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and leadership responsibilities.
• Potential access to comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off, professional development resources, and additional employee benefits in accordance with company policies.