Product Manager - AI Assistant

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: 

We're seeking a talented Product Manager - AI Assistant to lead the ongoing development of Companion, our private, locally-run AI assistant. Companion is a window into a world of AI capabilities with a human-centric focus. From hyper-productivity to agentic AI and the future of ambient intelligence, you'll shape how a wide variety of users (business, prosumer, consumer) interact with state-of-the-art AI solutions, managing the transition to context-aware systems and new HCI patterns like AR, VUI, XR, and more. This role requires up to 25% travel for client site visits and stakeholder meetings. If you are passionate about AI and emerging technologies, come join us to help set the standard for Human-AI interactions. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Own the product roadmap and vision for our private AI assistant, balancing technical constraints with market needs 
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and research teams to create intuitive user experiences
• Gather and analyze user feedback to drive product improvements 
• Define key performance metrics and success criteria 
• Prioritize features that enhance privacy while maintaining performance
• Stay current on AI assistant trends, the competitive landscape, and technological advancements
• Advocate for user needs throughout the development process 

Required Skills & Qualifications: 

• 4+ years of product management experience for consumer-facing applications
• Proven track record of shipping successful consumer products with excellent user experiences
• Experience with AI/ML products 
• Understanding of privacy considerations in consumer technology 
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities 
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into user benefits 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with on-device AI or edge computing technologies 
• Background in voice interfaces, chatbots, or virtual assistants 
• Knowledge of local-first architecture and privacy-preserving technologies 
• Understanding of hardware constraints for AI applications 
• Experience with user research and usability testing 

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 
• $200/mos Health and Wellness Stipend 
• $400/year Continuing Education Credit 
• Free parking, for in-office employees 
• Unlimited Approved PTO 
• Parental, Bereavement Leave 
• 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.