We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Product, AI, to lead our AI product strategy and execution. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product management, a deep understanding of AI and machine learning technologies, and a proven track record of successfully bringing AI products to market. This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance long-term vision with short-term execution and who excels at collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions. In this role, you will be accountable for:

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and drive the AI product strategy and roadmap to enable applications related to Services, aligning with the company’s overall vision and business goals by partnering with various stakeholders as well as the AI platform team at Geico.

• Identify market opportunities, customer needs, and emerging trends in AI to inform product development.

• Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation and concept development to launch and post-launch optimization.

• Work closely with engineering, data science, design, and other teams to develop, test, and iterate on AI products.

• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality products that meet market needs and drive business results.

• Lead and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Sensitivity: Company-Internal

• Collaborate with senior leadership and other departments to align AI initiatives with broader company strategies.

• Act as the voice of the customer, ensuring that product decisions are data-driven and focused on delivering value to users.

• Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to stay ahead of industry trends and inform product decisions.

• Engage with customers, partners, and stakeholders to gather feedback and validate product concepts.

• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of AI products and initiatives.

• Continuously analyze product performance and user feedback, making data-driven adjustments to improve outcomes.

• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and align product initiatives with broader business goals.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering results.

• Experience with data-driven decision-making and familiarity with data science practices.

Basic Qualifications:

• 15+ years Product Management Experience including 10 years in product leadership positions with proven record of accomplishment in software and technology products.

• Deep experience in building AI/ML technologies, AI framework, chat and voice generative applications, and expertise in various LLM/ML models.

• Proven experience in managing all aspects of a building products throughout its lifecycle from concept to delivery to scaling.

• 10+ years leading, mentoring, and coaching product managers

• Experience using quantitative and qualitative data to inform design decisions and drive change

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in related field including MBA

This position is a hybrid role based either out of - San Francisco Bay area; OR Greater Washington DC Metropolitan (DMV) area.

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Annual Salary

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

The GEICO Pledge:

Great Company: At GEICO, we help our customers through life’s twists and turns. Our mission is to protect people when they need it most and we’re constantly evolving to stay ahead of their needs.

We’re an iconic brand that thrives on innovation, exceeding our customers’ expectations and enabling our collective success. From day one, you’ll take on exciting challenges that help you grow and collaborate with dynamic teams who want to make a positive impact on people’s lives.

Great Careers: We offer a career where you can learn, grow, and thrive through personalized development programs, created with your career – and your potential – in mind.  You’ll have access to industry leading training, certification assistance, career mentorship and coaching with supportive leaders at all levels.

Great Culture: We foster an inclusive culture of shared success, rooted in integrity, a bias for action and a winning mindset. Grounded by our core values, we have an an established culture of caring, inclusion, and belonging, that values different perspectives. Our teams are led by dynamic, multi-faceted teams led by supportive leaders, driven by performance excellence and unified under a shared purpose.

As part of our culture, we also offer employee engagement and recognition programs that reward the positive impact our work makes on the lives of our customers.

Great Rewards: We offer compensation and benefits built to enhance your physical well-being, mental and emotional health and financial future.

• Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family’s overall well-being.
• Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition-based incentives; and tuition assistance.
• Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
• Supports flexibility- We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.