Head of Product (dfm)

Why us

We believe that AI has the potential to revolutionize how cancer and other complex diseases are diagnosed and treated. Its impact however depends on high-quality data and a rigorous transparent approach to model development. Our role is to make that possible.

Aignostics is a spin-off from one of Europes largest and most prestigious university hospitals (Charité) with employees in Berlin and New York. We have received over $50M in funding from leading investors and are a growing team of over 100 interdisciplinary professionals. We work with academic partners as well as leading global life sciences companies.

We are seeking a Head of Product to join Aignostics and drive the strategic direction of our entire product. In this pivotal role you will be responsible for establishing and executing our comprehensive product vision strategy and program management across all product offerings. You will lead a growing team of product and program managers and collaborate across the company.

As Head of Product you will shape the future of AI-powered pathology solutions working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and critical healthcare needs. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while building and scaling a world‑class product organization.

This is a unique opportunity to join a fun diverse and growing team of 100 software engineers, applied scientists, biologists and pathologists to shape the next generation of cancer treatments. You will be part of a driven community that works in an agile supportive and interdisciplinary research environment where your results make a difference to our established startup. You have the opportunity to grow personally and technically, take on significant responsibilities and benefit from a dynamic work environment.

At Aignostics we believe that fighting cancer is a job for people of all identities, backgrounds and cultures. We value and celebrate diversity and inclusion and are committed to offering equal employment and promotion opportunities for all applicants and employees.

Where your expertise is needed

• Define own and communicate the product vision and long‑term strategy across Aignostics product portfolio
• Lead and manage the product and program management team, establishing best practices in product and program management
• Own product lifecycle ensuring regulatory compliance and market readiness
• Collaborate with executive leadership on corporate strategy and product alignment
• Oversee product management and ensure products meet commercial, operational and quality goals
• Act as the primary point of accountability for product performance and strategic fit
• Represent the product team in executive and board meetings

What we are looking for

• 8-10 years of comprehensive product management experience with at least 4-5 years in senior leadership positions such as Head of Product, VP Product or equivalent roles
• Proven track record building and scaling teams of product / program managers
• Demonstrated success launching B2B SaaS products in complex technical markets with measurable revenue achievement and subscription model expertise
• Deep experience navigating enterprise B2B sales cycles, multi‑stakeholder decision‑making and driving customer success in regulated industries (healthcare preferred)
• Strategic and operational excellence – ability to identify market opportunities while driving complex cross‑functional initiatives to completion
• Regulatory navigation skills with entrepreneurial agility – experience thriving in compliance‑heavy environments without sacrificing innovation speed
• Hands‑on Program management expertise with proven ability to establish and optimize cross‑functional coordination
• Executive communication skills – fluency presenting complex concepts to audiences from engineering teams to C‑suite

Ideally you also have :

• Direct experience with AI based Software as Medical Device (SaMD) products in healthcare pharmaceuticals or drug development
• Working knowledge of medical device regulations (FDA 510(k) / De Novo, EU IVDR or similar frameworks)
• Advanced degree in science, technology or business administration

We are still keen to hear from you if you dont match all the above bonus points. Our needs are diverse and growing and you are encouraged to apply if you have any combination of these skills. The recruitment process is a comparative exercise and decisions will be made based on the applications we review at each time.

Our offer

• Join a purpose‑driven start up – we are working collectively to fight cancer and improve patient outcomes. Come help us make a difference!
• Cutting‑edge AI research and development with involvement of Charité TU Berlin and our other partners
• Work with a welcoming diverse and highly international team of colleagues
• Opportunity to take responsibility and grow your role within the startup
• Expand your skills by benefitting from our Learning & Development yearly budget of 1000 (plus 2 L&D days), language classes and internal development programs
• Mentoring program – youll learn from great experts
• Flexible working hours and teleworking policy
• Enjoy your well‑deserved time off within our 30 paid vacation days per year
• We are family & pet friendly and support flexible parental leave options
• Pick a subsidized membership of your choice among public transport, sports and well‑being
• Enjoy our social gatherings, lunches and off‑site events for a fun and inclusive work environment
• Optional company pension scheme

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1