Product Manager, AI & STEM Specialist

At Macmillan Learning, we're committed to driving innovation that transforms education. We seek team members who thrive on pushing boundaries, envisioning future possibilities, and building solutions that make a lasting impact. Whether you're a Pioneer shaping bold new ideas, a Builder turning possibilities into reality, or a Stabilizer optimizing for success, you'll play a vital role in advancing our mission. If you're excited by the prospect of testing new technologies, implementing transformative strategies, and thriving in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

The Product Manager for AI Strategy and STEM Learning plays a critical role in shaping the future of AI-powered educational products at Macmillan Learning. This role is responsible for developing and executing a strategic vision for artificial intelligence and data science applications within our STEM-focused learning solutions. This Product Manager works closely with cross-functional teams, including STEM Editorial, AI researchers, data scientists, UX designers, and engineers, to ensure the seamless integration of AI-driven capabilities into our products. This role leverages their expertise in AI, machine learning, and STEM education to enhance learning outcomes, personalization, and automation within the digital learning experience.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and people of color, to apply for this role. We're eager to meet people that believe in our mission and can contribute to our team in a variety of ways - not just candidates who check all the boxes. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we recognize that unique perspectives and experiences contribute to the strength of our team. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. We value your potential, and we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive and contribute their best.


Major responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Product Discovery & Research

• Lead discovery efforts to identify and validate AI-powered solutions for STEM education, ensuring alignment with learner and educator needs
• Conduct market research, user interviews, and data analysis to assess the impact and feasibility of AI-driven learning tools
• Evaluate and prioritize emerging AI technologies and methodologies, determining how they can be applied effectively to enhance digital learning experiences
• Make data-informed recommendations based on insights from users, educators, and business stakeholders, helping to drive product vision and roadmap decisions

Backlog & Strategy Execution

• Own and maintain a well-structured AI/STEM-focused product backlog, ensuring clear prioritization and alignment with business objectives and user needs
• Synthesize and catalog feedback from users, internal teams, and market insights, ensuring AI product development efforts address key STEM learning challenges
•  Evangelize the product backlog across cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with AI innovation goals and the overall product strategy

Competitive & Market Analysis

• Analyze the AI and STEM education landscape, identifying market trends, competitive positioning, and opportunities for differentiation
•  Leverage system data, customer feedback, and AI-driven analytics to benchmark the adoption and usage of AI-powered learning tools
•  Research and assess competitor strategies for AI integration, ensuring Macmillan Learning remains a leader in AI-driven STEM education

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with UX and Engineering to obtain early feedback on solutions and understand efforts and trade-offs
• Work closely with other Product Managers, STEM Editorial, UX designers, and Engineering teams to coordinate multi-team initiatives and establish development priorities
• Define product features and communicate requirements to UX designers and engineering teams via clearly-written requirement documents, diagrams, and concise verbal communication
•  Track and drive cross-functional product rollout outside of the product development team (Product/UX/Engineering), including coordinating with Learning Science, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Experience teams to facilitate successful product use

Performance Measurement & Business Impact

• Assess, measure, and present the impact of their team’s work directly to stakeholders, quantifying the value of the