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 - $200K *

Optimize the future of oncology by driving product strategy, engaging key opinion leaders, and translating complex needs into innovative healthcare solutions that improve patient care and clinician ex...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Support strategic partner integrations by owning technical onboarding, troubleshooting discrepancies, and ensuring seamless communication between DSPs, SSPs, and MMPs. Collaborate with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of marketing strategy and execution across multiple markets. Drive lead generation and brand consistency while leveraging data to optimize campaigns. Collaborate with teams to enhance...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Champion customer success by guiding analytics transitions, gathering feedback, and enhancing product value. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate needs into actionable requirements, dr...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join our dynamic team as you lead Methods and Insights, driving engineering excellence through effective people management, operational delivery, and innovative system building. Empower engineers to t...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $254K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$114K - $218K *

Shape the future of product development, driving innovation in P&C Auto offerings as you collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, enhance strategies, and analyze market performance for member-focu...

San Antonio, TXRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $129K *

Drive customer support excellence by leading a dynamic team, enhancing processes, and collaborating cross-functionally to elevate the customer experience in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $238K *

Design and optimize R&D operations to enhance organizational effectiveness through data-driven insights, collaboration, and governance. Partner cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Serve as a strategic advisor to clients, fostering relationships and ensuring seamless service delivery while driving client satisfaction and retention through proactive support and collaboration with...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming multi-cloud infrastructure. As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll design and build a cohesive platform across AWS, GCP, and Azure, leading a multi-component system while...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $115K *

Shape HR compliance and employee relations through collaboration and strategic guidance. Manage investigations, policy updates, and training while ensuring adherence to regulations and fostering a sup...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading impactful fundraising communications and events. Drive donor engagement through compelling storytelling and strategic initiatives while managing a diverse portfolio in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$111K - $147K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $220K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic sourcing and category management initiatives to optimize cost, quality, and service. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier relationships and ensure alignment with...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing and deploying AI systems that enhance productivity and customer experience across multiple departments, driving innovation and efficiency through advanced AI capabilities...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower growth in high power programmable DC power supply business by engaging with key customers and collaborating across teams to drive strategic initiatives in Datacentre Power and Grid Modernizati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape impactful customer journeys as a Staff Software Engineer, leading technical initiatives and collaborating across teams to enhance product capabilities and drive growth. Your expertise will influ...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $118K *

Champion client success by managing strategic Enterprise accounts, driving growth through innovative solutions and collaboration. Leverage AI tools to transform workflows and enhance client relationsh...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Deliver exceptional project oversight, ensuring successful NetSuite ERP implementations. Lead cross-functional teams while managing resources, timelines, and customer expectations effectively to drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $195K *

Contribute to the success of IVD and CDx programs by leading cross-functional teams through development, validation, and submission processes. Drive strategic execution and ensure alignment with regul...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading communication strategies and process improvements. Collaborate with leadership and teams to ensure effective information flow and accountability, driving ini...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive the evolution of our compensation strategy by evaluating and redesigning structures to align with performance and business goals. Collaborate with leadership to create a transparent, equitable p...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.