Senior Product Manager
Institute of Foundation ModelsSunnyvale, California, United States
Posted February 17, 2026
150000 - 350000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Institute of Foundation Models (IFM) at the Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) spearheads cutting‑edge academic research in artificial intelligence, aligning breakthroughs with pressing societal challenges. IFM specializes in developing high‑performance, open‑source foundation models that deliver rapid, scalable solutions for real‑world problems. Leveraging deep scientific expertise and a global talent network spanning Abu Dhabi, Paris, and Silicon Valley, the institute combines rigorous research with industry‑relevant impact. This unique blend of academic rigor, cross‑continental collaboration, and a focus on actionable AI positions IFM as a leading force shaping the future of the field.
Job Description
The Senior Product Manager will partner with Lab Leadership to define the product vision for foundation models and their applications, and lay the groundwork for the Product Management organization. The role will involve defining product strategy, user-centric roadmap, and ecosystem thinking, as well as executing and shipping products, and leading the Product Management organization.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
- 7+ years of relevant industry experience, with at least 3 years in Product Management for technical, backend, or platform products
- Proven 'Shipper' with a portfolio of complex technical products successfully launched from 0 to 1
- Strategic & User Insight with ability to take a piece of complex technology and find its product-market fit
- Leadership Potential with experience mentoring junior Product Managers or leading cross-functional initiatives
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Bonus
- 401K Plan
- Generous paid time off, sick leave and holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life insurance and disability
