Product Leader

Location Palo Alto - Hybrid Employment Type Full time Department Product Hybrid Role; Travel Required Transform healthcare with us. At Qualified Health, we're redefining what's possible with Generative AI in healthcare. Our infrastructure provides the guardrails for a unified data foundation, healthcare-specific agent creation, real-time algorithm monitoring, and end-to-end AI governance, working alongside leading health systems to drive real impact. This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to build the future of AI in healthcare, solve complex challenges, and make a lasting impact on patient care. If you're ambitious, innovative, and ready to move fast, we'd love to have you on board. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare. Job Summary The Product Leader owns and drives strategic relationships with senior healthcare executives while leading the discovery, design, development, and deployment of AI-powered assistants and workflow automation solutions powered by LLM technologies. This client-facing role requires traveling to health system sites to conduct discovery sessions, deeply understand complex clinical and operational workflows, and translate those insights into validated AI product opportunities. The Product Leader is responsible for the full product lifecycle—from initial stakeholder alignment and workflow mapping through rapid prototyping, deployment, and evaluation. They translate strategic alignment with clients into effective, scalable tools that transform business operations, ensuring solutions are grounded in real-world healthcare environments. The Product Leader learns and internalizes the client’s needs; exploring workflows, prototyping solutions, and de-risking ideas prior to engineering investment. They ensure the right problems are solved to achieve measurable operational and clinical impact. The ideal candidate combines management consulting or product leadership experience with a strong technical understanding of LLM-powered applications, a creative problem-solving mindset, and the executive presence required to navigate complex C-suite conversations. Key Responsibilities Product Discovery & Development Collaborate with health system leadership to identify high-value AI use cases Design AI solutions by interviewing end users, understanding user requirements, mapping workflows, and defining data integration requirements. Create engineering-ready artifacts to communicate product specifications Optimize products to improve value and engagement metrics Leverage internally built no-code / low-code AI tools to rapidly prototype and deploy AI solutions Validate prototypes with frontline users to ensure alignment with real-world workflows and measurable operational impact Partner closely with Technical Product Managers and Engineering teams for product development Client Leadership Own executive product relationships with VP- and SVP-level stakeholders at major health systems Present product roadmaps, business cases, and success metrics to C-suite executives and steering committees Navigate complex healthcare organizational dynamics and build consensus across multiple stakeholder groups Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on AI strategy, implementation, and long-term value realization Product Delivery & Execution Evaluate AI assistant outputs for accuracy, relevance, and alignment with client needs Troubleshoot and iterate on products throughout the development lifecycle Lead user testing sessions and incorporate feedback into product refinements Coordinate rollout plans including user training, communications, and ongoing support Ensure successful deployment and adoption of AI solutions across multiple clients Strategic Engagement Partner with Product Leadership to integrate the product into the broader platform product strategy Contribute to the go-to-market strategy, pricing models, product positioning, and product marketing Create case studies, ROI analyses, and thought leadership content Build products to be scalable and follow a standardized template for deployment across new and existing clients Analyze product performance data and client feedback to inform product roadmap decisionsConduct data analysis to support business cases and measure product impact Document best practices and contribute to internal knowledge sharing Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Business Analytics, or related technical field 3-8 years of experience in management consulting, client engagement, and/or product management Healthcare industry experience (health systems, healthcare technology, or consulting with healthcare clients) Desired Qualifications MBA from a top-tier business school Experience building and scaling AI products from 0 to 1 Deep expertise with generative AI technologies Familiarity with healthcare workflows, clinical terminology, EHR systems (Epic, Cerner), and health system AI environments Technical proficiency with Python, SQL, or data analysis tools Experience with design thinking, user research methodologies, and agile product development Track record of driving measurable business outcomes (cost savings, efficiency gains, revenue growth) Skills & Attributes Executive Presence : Polished communication style and confidence to lead conversations with C-suite healthcare leaders, build trust with senior stakeholders, and represent the company at the highest levels Technical Depth : Expert-level understanding of LLMs, AI application architecture, and how to creatively solve complex business problems with AI; ability to bridge technical and business conversations Strategic Thinking : Ability to see the bigger picture, identify scalable opportunities, and connect individual projects to broader company goals Client Ownership : Takes full accountability for client success, proactively identifies risks, and drives solutions with urgency and professionalism Leadership : Natural ability to mentor, coach, and develop team members while maintaining high performance standards Problem Solving : Sophisticated analytical thinking with the ability to synthesize complex, ambiguous situations into clear product requirements and action plans Adaptability : Thrives in fast-paced startup environments with shifting priorities and incomplete information Travel Requirements This role requires significant travel to healthcare client sites, often for extended engagements. Candidates should be prepared for up to 20-40% travel , depending on active projects. Why Join Qualified Health? This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing company and a world-class team that is poised to change the healthcare industry. We are a passionate, mission-driven team that is building a category-defining product. We are backed by premier investors and are looking for founding team members who are excited to do the best work of their careers. Our employees are integral to achieving our goals so we are proud to offer competitive salaries with equity packages, robust medical/dental/vision insurance, flexible working hours, hybrid work options and an inclusive environment that fosters creativity and innovation. Our Commitment to Diversity Qualified Health is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential to our success, and we are committed to building a team that reflects the world we live in. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status. Pay & Benefits The pay range for this role is between $175,000 and $250,000. Compensation will be determined based on level within this job category, as well as your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. This role is also eligible for equity and benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr