Full-Time

Product Manager

Gen AI Annotation Platform MTL

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Sama

Sama

1,001-5,000 employees

Ethical data annotation and model evaluation

Enterprise Software
Social Impact
AI & Machine Learning

Junior, Mid

Montreal, QC, Canada

Category
AI & Machine Learning
Product Management
Product Research
Product Strategy
Product
Required Skills
Market Research
Product Management
Machine Learning

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 2+ years of product management experience.
  • Strong technical background with the ability to engage in technical discussions.
  • Proven ability to prioritize, manage competing demands, and excel in dynamic environments.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a results-oriented mindset and attention to detail.
  • Fluency in English, including strong presentation and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated interest in AI/ML technologies and their applications.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate on product strategy for the GenAI platform, with focus on enhancing data annotation and integration into the Sama Platform.
  • Drive successful onboarding and adoption for initial beta customers, working closely with them to refine the platform's GenAI capabilities and establish best practices for future deployments.
  • Partner with engineering, design, and service delivery teams to deliver scalable, user-friendly annotation solutions and intuitive user interfaces.
  • Lead end-to-end product development from ideation and scoping through development and launch.
  • Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and internal user feedback to actively shape product strategy and validate platform decisions based on the latest industry advancements.
  • Define and track key metrics for platform adoption, reliability, and effectiveness, driving continuous improvement and ensuring product effectiveness.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders, gathering feedback to refine the product and support go-to-market strategies.
  • Create and maintain product documentation, including technical specifications and presentations to communicate product capabilities and strategy to stakeholders.
Desired Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Experience developing AI-powered products.
  • Background in user experience design and research.
  • Familiarity with talent tech or HR tech products.
  • Experience collaborating with distributed teams across time zones.
  • Knowledge of computer vision or natural language processing technologies.
  • Exhibits strong situational adaptability by proactively navigating organizational changes, aligning priorities to evolving business needs.

Sama provides data annotation and model evaluation services specifically for applications in computer vision and generative AI. Their platform uses machine learning to deliver high-quality data insights, which helps companies reduce the risk of AI model failures and lower overall costs. What sets Sama apart from its competitors is its commitment to ethical practices and social impact; as a Certified B-Corp, the company not only serves major clients like GM, Ford, Microsoft, and Google but also focuses on improving employment opportunities for individuals facing barriers to work. Sama's goal is to combine business success with social good, having already helped over 65,000 people escape poverty through their initiatives.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$82.5M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2008

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sama's multi-cloud integration speeds up project onboarding by 7x, enhancing efficiency.
  • Partnership with University of Nairobi expands talent pool and fosters innovation.
  • Winning the 2023 Business Intelligence Group Innovation Award boosts Sama's credibility.

What critics are saying

  • Legal challenges in Kenya could harm Sama's reputation and incur financial liabilities.
  • Rapid AGI development may disrupt Sama's data annotation-focused business model.
  • Cultural challenges in University of Nairobi partnership may affect collaboration success.

What makes Sama unique

  • Sama is a Certified B-Corp, emphasizing ethical AI and social impact.
  • The company serves 25% of Fortune 50 companies, including GM, Ford, and Google.
  • Sama specializes in diverse data annotation, including image, video, and sensor data.

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