Editor's Synopsis
Aakash Gupta discusses a notable career move by Logan, the Head of Product on Google AI Studio and the Gemini API, who has dropped the Product Management title in favor of "member of the technical staff." Gupta poses the question of whether this signals a broader shift in how the PM role is evolving, particularly in AI-driven organizations.
Gupta argues this is not a preview of the future of product management, noting that Logan was not a traditional PM — his previous role was in Developer Relations. The implication is that this title change reflects Logan's unique background and the specific nature of his work rather than a systemic trend away from the PM function. The post touches on ongoing debates about the relevance and evolution of product management roles in highly technical, AI-focused teams.