Do you want to make a real difference?

At IST, you’ll have the opportunity to lead the development of digital products that shape the future of education – every single day. We’re looking for a strategic and driven Product Area Manager who wants to combine technology, leadership, and innovation in a role where AI plays a central part.

About the role

As a Product Area Manager (PAM) at IST, you will be responsible for the product strategy and roadmap for a defined product area. You will lead and support 2–4 cross-functional development teams, including Product Owners and Business Analysts.

This role is key to aligning business needs with product outcomes. You will work closely with our Business Regions to gather market insights, prioritize high-value initiatives, and ensure delivery of a successful roadmap.

At IST, we are actively exploring and applying AI-powered tools and capabilities in our product development. As PAM, you will help identify opportunities where AI can create value for users – such as improving automation, enhancing user experiences, and enabling data-driven decision support for schools and municipalities. You’ll help guide the roadmap so that AI is used responsibly, ethically, and meaningfully in the educational context.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Defining and prioritizing the product-area roadmap
• Organizing themes, features, and milestones to balance short-term delivery with long-term strategy
• Leading and coaching a cross-functional team of 10–25 people
• Supporting Product Owners in backlog management and stakeholder engagement
• Overseeing the product area's financials and maintaining sustainable product economics
• Turning market and customer insights into clear, actionable product plans
• Identifying and evaluating opportunities for applying AI technologies in your product area

About you

We believe the right candidate brings a blend of leadership, strategic thinking, and a hands-on product mindset. You are passionate about technology and education – and curious about how AI can be used to solve real problems in smarter ways.

We’re looking for someone with:

• A relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
• At least 5 years of experience in product management or a similar leadership role
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with a track record of motivating cross-functional teams
• Deep understanding of Agile ways of working
• Analytical mindset and the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Familiarity with the opportunities of AI in digital product development is a strong plus
• A passion for education and creating meaningful user experiences
• The ability to speak and write fluently in both Swedish and English

About IST

At IST, we develop digital solutions that make education better – for students, teachers, school leaders, and society as a whole. With decades of experience in the education sector, we are trusted by thousands of schools across the Nordics and beyond. We value long-term partnerships, smart technology, and making a real difference in everyday learning.

Apply

We offer a full-time, permanent position based preferably at our office in Växjö. Please submit your application via http://career.ist.com no later than 31 of august. 

In your application, we kindly ask you to briefly answer the following three questions: 

1. What do you believe you would contribute in this role that makes you a strong candidate?
2. What inspired you to apply for this position?
3. How does your experience align with the key requirements of the role?

If you have any questions about the position or the recruitment process, feel free to contact HR@ist.com or our Head of Product Area Management: 

• rasmus.rasmussen@ist.com

Please note that background checks may be part of our recruitment process.

We review applications on an ongoing basis, but due to the holiday season, our response might take a little longer than usual. Don’t wait to apply, though – we’re looking forward to hearing from you!