Staff Product Manager - AI Foundations
Plaid · New York, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $273,600 / year
- New York, United States
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Job highlights
- Drive AI strategy for financial products.
- Build scalable AI and data foundation.
- Develop AI systems with data science.
- Execute AI initiatives from concept to production.
- Collaborate across engineering, research, and product.
About the role
Staff Product Manager - AI Foundations at Plaid
Plaid is transforming how people interact with their finances by building the tools and experiences that thousands of developers use to create their own products. We empower millions to live healthier financial lives by connecting their accounts to the apps and services they want. Our network spans 12,000 financial institutions across the US, Canada, UK, and Europe. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, Plaid also has offices in New York, Washington D.C., London, and Amsterdam.
About the Role
The Product team at Plaid builds the network powering the future of financial services, with a mission to unlock financial freedom for everyone through open finance. We are looking for curious, customer-obsessed Product Managers who move quickly, take ownership, and make sound decisions with imperfect information.
As a Product Manager on the AI Foundations team, you will drive Plaid’s AI strategy by developing the data and intelligence layer for smarter financial experiences. You will collaborate with engineering, data science, and research to build scalable AI systems, encompassing core embeddings, representation learning, and applied model integrations.
This role is ideal for an experienced PM skilled at the intersection of AI and platform products. You are technically fluent, strategic, and execution-oriented, enjoying the process of turning advanced machine-learning capabilities into reliable, scalable infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- AI Platform Vision: Define strategy, roadmap, and success metrics for Plaid’s core AI and data foundation.
- System Development: Partner with Engineering and Data Science to design scalable AI systems, including model training pipelines, evaluation, and APIs.
- Product Execution: Drive initiatives from concept to production, balancing rapid experimentation with reliability, transparency, and responsible AI practices.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with research, platform, and product teams to integrate AI capabilities across Plaid’s products and developer platform.
- Measurement and Iteration: Utilize metrics, model performance data, and customer feedback to validate impact and drive continuous improvement.
- Communication and Alignment: Translate complex AI concepts into clear narratives and tradeoffs for diverse stakeholders, fostering shared understanding.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of product management experience, with a proven track record in leading AI/ML or applied intelligence products from concept to production with measurable impact.
- Deep technical fluency in modern ML system training, evaluation, deployment, and monitoring.
- Strategic and executional range, capable of defining long-term AI vision while delivering near-term experiments and launches.
- Platform mindset with experience building scalable developer or data platforms.
- Strong communication and influencing skills, adept at translating complex AI concepts for various audiences.
- Commitment to responsible AI and transparency, particularly in regulated or high-trust domains.
- [Nice to Have] Hands-on experience with LLMs, embeddings, or agentic systems in production.
- [Nice to Have] Familiarity with applied AI in regulated domains such as fintech, identity, or risk.
Company Culture and Benefits
Plaid's mission is to unlock financial freedom for everyone. We aim to build a diverse team committed to making the financial ecosystem more equitable. We encourage applications even if your experience doesn't fully match the description, as we value unique contributions.
Plaid is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories and provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. For assistance, contact accommodations@plaid.com.
Additional compensation may include equity and/or commission. Plaid offers a comprehensive benefits plan, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Compensation is based on factors like role scope, candidate experience, and location. Pay and benefits are subject to change.
Compensation Range
$207.6K - $339.6K
Key skills/competency
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Machine Learning (ML)
- Product Management
- Platform Products
- Data Science
- LLMs
- Embeddings
- Developer Platforms
- Fintech
- Strategy
Skills & topics
- Staff Product Manager
- AI
- Machine Learning
- Product Management
- Platform
- Data Science
- Fintech
- LLM
- Embeddings
- Strategy
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight AI/ML product leadership and platform experience. Quantify impact with metrics.
- Showcase technical fluency: Detail your understanding of ML systems, embeddings, or LLMs.
- Demonstrate strategic vision: Explain how you've defined AI roadmaps and delivered results.
- Emphasize collaboration: Provide examples of cross-functional work and stakeholder communication.
- Prepare for technical and behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss AI strategy and responsible AI practices.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the compensation range for the Staff Product Manager - AI Foundations role at Plaid?
- The compensation range for the Staff Product Manager - AI Foundations position at Plaid is $207.6K - $339.6K annually. This range may vary based on factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and skillset, and the candidate's location. Additional compensation in the form of equity and/or commission may also be offered.
- What are the key responsibilities for a Staff Product Manager on the AI Foundations team at Plaid?
- The Staff Product Manager on the AI Foundations team will define the AI platform vision and roadmap, partner with Engineering and Data Science to design scalable AI systems, drive product execution from concept to production, collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed AI capabilities, and use metrics and customer feedback to iterate and improve outcomes. They will also communicate complex AI concepts to stakeholders.
- What technical skills are essential for the Staff Product Manager - AI Foundations role at Plaid?
- Essential technical skills include deep fluency in how modern ML systems are trained, evaluated, deployed, and monitored. Experience building scalable developer or data platforms is also crucial. Familiarity with LLMs, embeddings, or agentic systems is a plus, as is experience in regulated domains like fintech.
- How does Plaid support diversity and inclusion in its hiring process for roles like Staff Product Manager - AI Foundations?
- Plaid is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. They encourage applications from individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and do not discriminate. Plaid also provides reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the recruiting process.
- What is Plaid's approach to responsible AI in the Staff Product Manager - AI Foundations role?
- The Staff Product Manager role requires a commitment to responsible AI and transparency, especially in regulated or high-trust domains. This means ensuring AI systems are developed and deployed ethically, with consideration for fairness, accountability, and reliability.
- What kind of experience is Plaid looking for in a Staff Product Manager - AI Foundations candidate?
- Plaid seeks candidates with 8+ years of product management experience, specifically leading AI/ML or applied intelligence products from concept to production with measurable impact. They also value strategic and executional range, strong communication skills, and a platform mindset.
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