Principal Technical Product Manager, Machine Learning

The Principal Technical Product Manager I, Machine Learning leads high-impact initiatives at the intersection of machine learning, telematics, and product innovation within CMT’s DriveWell Fusion Platform. This role is responsible for shaping and executing a data-centric roadmap—from signal processing and data cleansing to AI-powered insights—while working closely with engineering, customers, and cross-functional teams. With deep technical expertise and strong product instincts, you’ll turn complex data into actionable features that improve user safety, experience, and engagement. This is a strategic, hands-on role for a product leader passionate about solving real-world problems through data. 

CMT is looking for a Principal Technical Product Manager I, Machine Learning to help us change the world. CMT has helped protect over 65 million drivers and prevent over 126,000 crashes worldwide. We build AI to solve some of the most difficult challenges in mobility — understanding and reducing risk, detecting crashes, and getting people life-saving help. The problems are hard. The impact is real. No matter your role, your work will matter at CMT. 

Responsibilities: 

• Use independent judgment and discretion to own and manage the development and execution of product roadmaps within the DriveWell Fusion 
• Platform, with a strong emphasis on features related to telematics data cleansing, filtering, and advanced signal processing 
• Spearhead the design and implementation of AI/ML models and algorithms that generate actionable insights about driving and user behavior, mode of transportation, and other key metrics
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and optimize map data (e.g., OpenStreetMaps) for enhanced location-based services and analysis within the platform. 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for your product, interfacing with customers, the go-to-market team, and engineering to gather requirements and feedback, ensuring alignment of priority and scope
• Develop a deep understanding of customer needs and leverage independent judgment to create a compelling vision for addressing those needs through innovative product solutions
• Collaborate closely with engineering and design teams, utilizing your technical expertise to guide the development and delivery of high-impact features within the DriveWell Fusion Platform 
• Conduct in-depth analysis using tools such as Databricks and Tableau to derive insights that inform product decisions and identify new opportunities 
• Maintain a customer-centric, data driven approach, continuously seeking feedback and insights to enhance the user experience and drive product adoption 
• Establish yourself as a trusted advisor to customers, providing guidance and expertise on leveraging telematics solutions to achieve their goals 
• Proactively address emerging challenges and opportunities, adapting quickly to evolving business needs and priorities 
• Complete any additional tasks as they arise 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience and/or certification in a technical or quantitative field
• 7+ years in Product Management, Data Science, Analytics or related field
• Proven track record in big data analytics within the mobility sector, particularly experience and familiarity with telematics and geospatial data
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
• Extensive experience in data consulting or advisory roles in front of customers
• Working knowledge of distributed compute and data pipelines used in training large transformer models.
• Strong project management / program management skills to keep initiatives on track
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and prioritize efforts against the challenges at hand
• Scrappy, positive “impact-focused” attitude: you don’t hesitate to take initiative and address something hands-on
• A passion for using data to make our streets and highways safer

Compensation and Benefits: 

• Fair and competitive salary based on skills and experience, and annual performance bonus
• Equity may be awarded in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) 
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, matching 401k, short-term & long-term disability and parental leave 
• Unlimited Paid Time Off including vacation, sick days & public holidays 
• Flexible scheduling and work from home policy depending on role and responsibilities

Base Salary Range

• The base salary range for this position is: $141,100 to $ 176,400. This range is specifically for Cambridge, MA

Additional Perks: 

• Work on a mission with real impact: crashes prevented, injuries avoided, lives protected around the world 
• Join an industry leader — 65 million drivers protected, powering 140+ programs across 25 countries
• Recognized innovator in mobility AI, earning top honors including the TIME Industry Leader in AI, a Gold Edison Award, and the Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award for AI for Social Good. CMT is also Great Place to Work Certified 
• Be part of the team inventing the future of mobility and road safety 
• Move fast, own outcomes, do work that matters 
• High ownership, small teams, and direct access to leadership — no layers between your work and its impact 
• Unlimited PTO, flexible scheduling, competitive salary, annual performance bonus, RSUs, and full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k match 
• Summer Fridays provide team members with half days to recharge 
• Join one of our employee resource groups: Black, AAPI, LGBTQIA+, Women, Book Club, and Health & Wellness 
• Comprehensive wellness, education, and employee assistance programs

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: 

At CMT, we believe the best ideas come from a mix of backgrounds and perspectives. 

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a workplace and culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their unique talents and perspectives. Diversity is essential to our success, and we actively seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our growing team. 

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability state. CMT is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. To learn more, visit www.cmtelematics.com and follow us on Instagram @cmt.ai 

About Cambridge Mobile Telematics:

Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT) is the world’s largest telematics and AI company for safer mobility. Its mission is to make the world’s roads and drivers safer. The company’s AI-driven platform, DriveWell Fusion®, proactively identifies and reduces driving risk, leading to fewer crashes and injuries. To date, CMT’s technology has helped prevent over 126,000 crashes worldwide. CMT enables partners to measure risk, detect crashes, provide life-saving assistance, and streamline claims. Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, CMT operates globally with offices in Budapest, Hungary; Chennai, India; Seattle, Washington; Tokyo, Japan; and Zagreb, Croatia. Learn more at www.cmt.ai.