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About Our TeamThe Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award-winning Newsroom and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.
Why This Role Matters
Conversational AI will fundamentally reshape how people interact with information. In this role, you'll help define the future of trusted AI interfaces—ensuring that when people talk to technology, they get context-rich, reliable, and nuanced answers rooted in quality journalism.
The Washington Post is seeking a Group Product Manager for Conversational AI to shape the future of how audiences engage with news and information through emerging GenAI interfaces. In this role, you’ll lead a small team of product managers and be responsible for setting the strategy, vision, and execution plan for our conversational and agentic AI experiences. This role reports to the Director of Product, Content Experience.
This is a high-impact leadership position at the intersection of journalism, artificial intelligence, and user experience. You’ll guide product development while also coaching and developing your team, working closely with editorial, engineering, design, data science, and AI/ML partners to bring smart, trustworthy conversational experiences to life.
How You'll Support the MissionLead and develop a team of product managers, providing strategic direction, mentorship, and day-to-day support to ensure clarity, alignment, and impact.
Own and evolve the product strategy and roadmap for conversational AI across platforms, aligning with company priorities around audience growth, personalization, and AI innovation.
Guide the creation of AI-powered assistants, chat interfaces, and other natural language tools that help users engage with the news in more intuitive, meaningful ways.
Collaborate closely with editorial and newsroom partners to ensure our experiences are journalistically sound, aligned with our standards, and contribute to audience trust.
Partner with Data and AI/ML teams to inform and improve underlying models using product telemetry, editorial input, and real user feedback.
Define and monitor success metrics, iterating based on both quantitative signals and qualitative insights.
7-10 years of progressive consumer product management experience, including at least 2-4 years managing or mentoring other product managers.
Direct Experience leading cross-functional product development in conversational agents or voice assistants.
Understanding of Generative AI technical foundations (LLMs, prompt-engineering, RAG, fine tuning etc.)
Strong product judgment and user-centric mindset, with a track record of delivering innovative, conversational experiences.
Proven ability to set a compelling vision, rally stakeholders, and drive alignment across teams.
Clear communicator who can represent product priorities across editorial, technical, and executive audiences.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business or a related field.
Preferred QualificationsMasters or other advanced degree in Business, AI/ML, Computer Science, or a related field
Strong understanding of Generative AI technical foundations (LLMs, prompt-engineering, RAG, fine tuning etc.
Clear communicator who can represent product priorities across editorial, technical, and executive audiences.
Collaboration makes us stronger. That’s why our offices are designed with open layouts, modern technology, and easy access to transportation. With certain exceptions for newsgathering and business travel, we work on-site five days a week.Compensation and BenefitsWherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:
Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
Nine paid holidays and two personal days
20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
Robust mental health resources
Backup care and caregiver concierge services
Gender affirming services
Pet insurance
Free Post digital subscription
Leadership and career development programs
Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.
The salary range for this position is:
$131,500 - $219,100 AnnualThe actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.
Your story awaits. Apply today!Learn more about The Post at careers.washingtonpost.com.