About the job
Fractional AI builds AI-driven software that addresses real-world challenges across industries. Based in San Francisco, the team tackles projects like converting large datasets into medical coding systems, enabling AI-powered multilingual appointment scheduling, and creating autonomous agents capable of building and deploying applications independently.
Clients include companies such as Zapier and Airbyte, as well as organizations in data infrastructure and healthcare. The founding team includes Chris Taylor, Eddie Siegel, and Travis May (who previously led Datavant to a $7B exit), and the company is backed by Shaper Capital. The engineering team draws on experience from Google, Stripe, and other leading tech firms.
Fractional AI operates from its San Francisco headquarters, with additional offices in New York City, Raleigh-Durham, and Dubai.
Role overview
The Associate Forward Deployed Product Manager works onsite in San Francisco, partnering directly with clients to address ambitious goals. Projects may involve improving content moderation, streamlining customer service, or automating complex business workflows. This role translates client needs into clear, AI-powered solutions and manages projects from initial discussions to launch and measurable outcomes.
Collaboration with experienced team members is central to the role. As skills develop, there is increasing opportunity to take full ownership of projects from start to finish.
Main responsibilities
- Engagement Manager: Build trust with clients and manage key relationships.
- Product Manager: Contribute to defining product direction and shaping feature development.
- Delivery/Program Manager: Guide projects through execution and ensure successful delivery.
- Dynamic Operator: Step in as needed to keep projects moving forward.
This position suits those ready to take responsibility for execution and delivery, with a clear path toward leading projects independently over time.

