Job Description

Salary: Competitive
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Country: Malaysia
Business Unit: International Education
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 5 January 2026

Meet the recruiter

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Ian Brooks


ian.brooks@cambridge.org



Salary: Competitive



Location: Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur (Other countries within the region may be considered)



Contract: Full-time, permanent

We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.

Are you passionate about the intersection of cutting-edge AI technology and educational impact? We are seeking a Product Lead - Technical and Pedagogic Integration to drive the integration of advanced AI capabilities with educational best practices.



This pivotal role sits within the Data, Analytics, and AI (DAAI) team, Education Futures, and is responsible for bridging the gap between technical innovation and classroom application.

About the role

You will lead strategic initiatives, working with cross-functional teams to identify and implement technical solutions (such as AI automation and workflow platforms) that enhance operational efficiency and educational outcomes. Your expertise will ensure that our AI tools are not only technically robust but also pedagogically sound, especially in partnership-driven educational initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver strategic initiatives that integrate technical AI solutions and pedagogic expertise across Education Futures and International Education. Provide thought leadership in embedding AI into educational products, ensuring alignment with best teaching practices and classroom realities. Oversee the design and delivery of AI-enhanced educational products (POVs, POCs, Pilots, MVPs) with a focus on usability, learning outcomes, and strategic impact. Champion internal capability building, advancing AI literacy and data-informed decision-making across teams. Monitor and evaluate emerging technologies and pedagogic trends, identifying opportunities for innovation and enterprise-wide adoption. Represent the organisation in high-level stakeholder engagements, supporting the acquisition and delivery of Partnership for Education contracts. Lead contributions to bids, tenders, and proposals, ensuring robust technical and pedagogic integration.

This position has been classified as a hybrid role, requiring the selected candidate to typically spend 40-60% of their time collaborating and connecting face-to-face at their dedicated location. Aside from our hybrid principles, other flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements, should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition.

About You

You are a collaborative leader with a strong background in both AI technologies and educational practice. You thrive in dynamic, global environments and are adept at translating strategic objectives into actionable solutions.

Your skills and experience include:

Degree in Computer Science, Education, Data Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Deep knowledge of Generative AI technologies, automation platforms (e.g., n8n), and their application in education. Demonstrated expertise in pedagogic theory and practice, especially in integrating AI into curriculum design and classroom delivery. Experience leading complex projects in global, fast-paced environments, with a comprehensive understanding of product development lifecycles and agile methodologies. Proven ability to influence and manage stakeholders across diverse geographies and business units. Advanced skills in stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and conflict resolution. Experience developing and delivering professional development for educators and technical teams. Evidence of continuous professional development in AI, data analytics, and educational innovation.

Key Competencies

Collaboration:

Engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Empowerment:

Turn insights into actionable recommendations and thrive in environments of change.

Innovation:

Embrace new technologies and approaches.

Responsibility:

Take ownership of generative AI initiatives within the business unit.

Communication

: Business planning, data analysis, reporting, and presenting.

For a detailed job description, please refer to the link at the bottom of the advert on our careers site.

Rewards and benefits

We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible reward package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits.

Ready to pursue your potential? Apply now.

We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 5 January 2026

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We will review applications on an ongoing basis, and shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take place on w/c 14th January 2026 and w/c 26th January 2026. via



If you are shortlisted and progress through the stages, you can expect:


1st Round- Virtual interview via MS Teams 2nd Round- Virtual interview vis MS Teams with a role-related task to prep ahead of the interview

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.



Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks, including DBS, due to working in a regulated industry.

We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter.

Why join us

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of education by integrating the latest AI technologies with pedagogic excellence. You will work alongside passionate colleagues, drive innovation, and make a tangible impact on learners and educators worldwide.



Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You'll belong to a collaborative team that's exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe - for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration.



Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it's safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background.



We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.