Principal Product Manager Jobs

Discover Principal Product Manager jobs for experienced product leaders ready to shape strategy, guide cross-functional teams, and deliver meaningful customer and business outcomes. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping you focus your search on senior roles with strong earning potential.

What Does a Principal Product Manager Do?

Principal Product Managers typically lead complex products, portfolios, or strategic initiatives. They identify customer needs and market opportunities, define product vision and roadmaps, prioritize investments, and align engineering, design, data, marketing, sales, and executive stakeholders. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve mentoring product managers and influencing product practices across teams.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for substantial product management experience, strategic judgment, and a record of bringing products from discovery through launch and iteration. Valuable capabilities include customer research, product analytics, roadmap planning, business case development, communication, and the ability to lead through influence. Experience in a relevant industry, product type, or technical domain may also be important.

Principal Product Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies with location, industry, company size, scope, and experience. Principal-level positions may include base salary, bonuses, and equity, with total compensation differing substantially among employers. Ladders focuses on vetted jobs paying at least $100,000, making it easier to explore opportunities aligned with senior-level compensation expectations.

Find Your Next Principal Product Manager Role

Browse Principal Product Manager openings on Ladders to find opportunities that match your experience and goals. Review each listing for product scope, leadership expectations, location, compensation details, and required expertise, then tailor your application to show how your product decisions have delivered measurable results.

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$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping AI-powered product strategy and governance. Develop and mentor a team of Product Managers while owning P&L and driving innovation across a diverse portfolio. Elevate organiz...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of data and AI solutions by driving product success, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align business goals with innovative platforms and ensuring continuous improvement th...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive product strategy and execution for a B2B SaaS platform, blending hands-on ownership with strategic leadership. Collaborate across teams to align customer needs and business goals, ensuring high...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Champion innovation in manufacturing solutions by defining a product vision that enhances workforce connectivity and drives performance. Leverage your expertise to transform industry challenges into m...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the development of a cutting-edge marketplace, enhancing provider products and economic incentives while collaborating closely with engineering and operations to transform...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $166K *

Transform the user experience by driving product strategy and delivering customer-facing digital solutions. Engage in market research and coordinate cross-functional teams to enhance search capabiliti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $155K *

Drive the strategy and roadmap for Bot Management solutions, ensuring alignment with customer needs and market trends. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and deliver effective cyberse...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$209K - $296K *

Join a dynamic team as you shape the product strategy for an innovative AI gateway. Collaborate closely with engineering and leadership to drive product development, ensuring secure AI usage for organ...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $242K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives and digital transformation. Collaborate with senior leaders to tackle complex challenges, influence decision-making, and ensure successful execution of...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $220K *

Lead product management for an innovative infrastructure automation platform, driving strategy and vision while managing a team of senior product managers. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance cu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $190K *

Innovate the deployment process by leading two squads to ensure seamless integration and self-service capabilities for customers, driving measurable outcomes and enhancing product effectiveness in a d...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $243K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic product planning and marketing initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to launch new services, assess market opportunities, and enhance product prof...

Vermont, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$145K - $169K *

Join a team that's redefining product marketing by driving strategic initiatives, enhancing customer engagement, and leading impactful product launches. Collaborate across functions to elevate market...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $256K *

Transform the future of payments by leading strategy and execution for next-gen flex cards. Drive growth, collaborate with partners, and shape innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment while in...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Shape the future of our global environmental monitoring products by leading product marketing, influencing sales strategies, and enhancing competitive positioning. Collaborate across teams to create i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product marketing strategies by developing compelling messaging and go-to-market plans. Collaborate across teams to drive awareness and engagement, ensuring successful launches and sales enabl...

Michigan, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $334K *

Join a team that's redefining software excellence by leading cross-platform engineering initiatives. Drive strategy, foster collaboration, and enhance customer experiences across desktop, mobile, and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $189K *

Unlock potential by leading product innovation in clinical genomics. Shape tools for case management and data workflows, ensuring efficiency and quality while collaborating with lab directors and engi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining onboarding experiences by optimizing customer activation and conversion. You'll lead the charge in creating a seamless journey for new users, ensuring they derive value f...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive vendor partnerships and product strategy for material handling solutions, ensuring seamless integration of multi-vendor systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance product offerings and maintai...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $200K *

Optimize product messaging and content for AI and cybersecurity, translating complex technical insights into compelling narratives. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer understanding and drive e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead and shape the Enterprise narrative, empowering sales and marketing teams with strategic insights and compelling content. Engage complex stakeholders to drive growth and alignment across all custo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $150K *

Optimize lifecycle email marketing strategies to enhance engagement and conversion across B2B audiences. Lead execution and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive measurable results and al...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of flight operations by leading the product vision for a premier EFB navigation solution. Utilize your aviation expertise to enhance user experiences and drive pr...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Transform core GRC platform capabilities into intelligent, agentic experiences. Own the product strategy, engage with stakeholders, and redefine user workflows while enhancing automation and flexibili...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Principal Product Manager do?question toggle

    A Principal Product Manager sets direction for complex products or strategic initiatives, translates customer and business needs into product plans, and aligns cross-functional teams to deliver outcomes. The role may also include mentoring colleagues and influencing product strategy across an organization.

  • What qualifications are usually required for Principal Product Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek extensive product management experience, strategic leadership, strong communication, and a track record of delivering successful products. Some roles also require expertise in a specific industry, technical area, or product category.

  • How much does a Principal Product Manager earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as location, industry, employer, experience, and role scope. Compensation may include base salary, bonus, and equity. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for available compensation information.

  • What is the difference between a Senior and Principal Product Manager?question toggle

    A Principal Product Manager often has broader organizational influence or responsibility for more complex, high-impact products than a Senior Product Manager. Exact leveling and responsibilities differ by company.

  • Where can I find Principal Product Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    You can search Ladders for vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including Principal Product Manager roles. Use listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.