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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$210K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team as a Games Product Manager, driving engagement and retention for a diverse portfolio of mobile and cloud titles. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to create compelling pla...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of enterprise project delivery by managing complex implementations, ensuring seamless integration of AI tools, and maintaining strong customer relationships throughout the project lif...

Camden, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $181K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of women's health by leading a global software engineering group. Drive innovation in non-invasive prenatal testing while fostering collaboration and technical ex...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of product development by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with business goals and quality standards...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $220K *

Transform financial strategy by partnering with sales leadership to drive forecasting, expense management, and variance analysis, ensuring data-driven decisions that enhance revenue growth and operati...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $115K *

Shape impactful client relationships by managing seamless implementations, utilizing advanced technologies to personalize email and mobile experiences, while collaborating across teams to achieve clie...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining professional services by leading a dynamic consulting group. Drive quality and performance for North American clients while shaping strategic engagements and fostering te...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $184K *

Join us to shape the technical marketing strategy for our API, cloud, and security products. You'll drive go-to-market initiatives, enhance customer engagement, and collaborate with cross-functional t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $160K *

Develop and execute strategies for deployment options across cloud and self-hosted setups, ensuring compliance and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and dr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock product potential by leading the development of innovative food safety solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex industry challenges and drive scalable product strat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$208K - $312K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud storage solutions. As a Product Manager, you'll drive the vision and strategy for our storage portfolio, ensuring seamless integration and performance across applic...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $137K *

Join as a Senior Product Manager to drive impactful solutions for church operations. Leverage your expertise to enhance product value, prioritize needs, and ensure customer satisfaction while collabor...

Colorado Springs, CORemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $125K *

Join as a hands-on analytics specialist, leveraging Amazon data to drive insights and support decision-making for clients. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and enhance reporting across v...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$101K - $112K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects within the Education portfolio, ensuring effective coordination across teams and stakeholders while driving impactful outcomes in higher education and appl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining product marketing by leading go-to-market strategies and driving customer engagement. Collaborate across functions to translate product innovations into compelling value...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading product marketing initiatives that bridge product, sales, and market needs. Drive go-to-market strategies, create compelling narratives, and empower teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $160K *

Accelerate product development by managing the software lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance user experience and meet stakeholder needs...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $190K *

Lead the charge in managing the software development lifecycle for innovative products, leveraging low-code platforms to enhance user experience and drive strategic initiatives across cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$290K - $350K *

Champion the product vision and strategy for a leading consumer fintech, driving innovation and execution across teams to enhance financial well-being for underserved communities. Lead product managem...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Design and execute product marketing strategies for institutional data, emphasizing the commercial case for onchain solutions while respecting existing licensing models. Lead positioning and narrative...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower clients by navigating complex technical challenges, driving product adoption, and ensuring optimal use of SaaS solutions. Collaborate with teams to advocate for customer needs and enhance prod...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate the delivery of complex, cross-functional programs by leading strategic planning, governance, and stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment with client objectives and operational excellenc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of product-led growth by leveraging AI to enhance customer experiences. Lead cross-functional teams to drive acquisition, engagement, and retention through innovative product strategi...

San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $195K *

Drive operational excellence and lead a high-performing team to deliver complex digital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategies, manage resources, and ensure profitable...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of consumer financial services by providing strategic legal guidance throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive innovatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.