Lead the product strategy and execution for AirOps' new AI Ads product line in a fast-growing startup environment.
Posted by employer 1 month ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 4 days ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Set the product strategy and roadmap for AI Ads
- Work directly with customers to understand their problems
- Take ideas from discovery through launch
- Define how success will be measured
- Lead cross-functional execution
Must have
- 6+ years of product management experience
- Ownership of a zero-to-one product
- Direct experience in growth, digital advertising, or related field
- Strong analytical skills
- Experience working directly with senior customers
Nice to have
- Experience as a founding PM, founder, or early product hire
- Familiarity with AI search or AEO
AI in the day-to-day
Hands-on approach to prototyping and modern AI tools such as Claude Code, Cursor, or similar products.
Requirements
- Experience
- 6+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In the role of Lead Product Manager for AI Ads at AirOps, the individual will be responsible for shaping the product strategy and overseeing its development from initial discovery to market launch. This position requires a strong background in product management, particularly in growth and digital advertising, along with the ability to translate customer insights into actionable product roadmaps. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in building new products and a hands-on approach to prototyping, making this role suitable for seasoned professionals looking to impact a rapidly evolving sector.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 17, 2026. Last confirmed on AirOps's careers page November 2, 2026.
- AI/ML appears in 36.3% of 80 comparable lead product roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Lead Product Manager, Ads role remote?
- It's hybrid — AirOps expects some on-site time in New York City or San Francisco.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 6 years of relevant experience for this Lead Product Manager, Ads role.
- Where is the role based?
- AirOps is hiring for this position in New York City or San Francisco.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AI/ML, Ad Tech, Marketing Technology, digital advertising.
- What seniority level is this role?
- AirOps targets lead candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Lead Product Manager, Ads role at AirOps.
From the original posting
About the role
AirOps is building a new product line around AI Ads. As Lead Product Manager, AI Ads, you will own the product strategy and execution from early discovery through launch and growth. You will partner closely with the Head of AI Ads, who will bring domain expertise and channel experience. You will turn those inputs and direct customer insights into a focused roadmap and a product that can scale.
What you'll own
Set the product strategy and roadmap for AirOps’ AI Ads product.
Work directly with customers to understand their problems and how they make decisions.
Take ideas from discovery through launch, using prototypes and early releases to learn quickly.
Define how success will be measured and use customer behavior, product data, and commercial results to guide decisions.
Lead cross-functional execution and make clear calls on scope, sequencing, and tradeoffs.
What you'll bring
6+ years of product management experience, including ownership of a zero-to-one product or major new product area.
Direct experience in growth, digital advertising, ad tech, marketing technology, measurement, or a related field.
A record of turning unclear customer problems into products that people use and pay for.
Strong analytical skills and comfort making decisions from incomplete data.
Experience working directly with senior customers and translating what you learn into product priorities.
The ability to work closely with engineers and designers from early discovery through launch.
A hands-on approach to prototyping and modern AI tools such as Claude Code, Cursor, or similar products.
Clear written and verbal communication, strong judgment, and low ego.
Nice to haves
Experience as a founding PM, founder, or early product hire.
Familiarity with AI search, AEO, or the relationship between paid and organic growth.
Our Guiding Principles
Extreme Ownership
Quality
Curiosity and Play
Make Our Customers Heroes
Respectful Candor
Benefits
Equity in a fast-growing startup
Competitive benefits package tailored to your location
Flexible time off policy
Parental Leave
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