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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$103K - $125K *

Drive large-scale, cross-functional initiatives as a Senior Project Manager, leading Agile projects from concept to completion. Leverage strong business acumen and emotional intelligence to influence...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $125K *

Lead the charge in product marketing by owning go-to-market launches and creating engaging content. Collaborate with teams to translate technical improvements into customer benefits, ensuring successf...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$216K - $240K *

Drive demand growth for grocery and retail ads by shaping product strategy, collaborating cross-functionally, and enhancing user experiences to create a thriving marketplace for consumers and merchant...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$216K - $240K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of grocery and retail advertising. Drive demand growth for CPG ads, collaborate across functions, and enhance shopper experiences while delivering value to mercha...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$119K - $264K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud solutions by driving product strategy and enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative features and ensure customer success in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K *

Empower a team that's transforming venture capital operations by automating workflows and enhancing customer experiences. Drive product strategy, engage with clients, and ensure seamless transitions t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $320K *

Join a team that's redefining AI product management by driving innovation, enhancing user experiences, and delivering impactful solutions for investors and bankers. Collaborate across functions to sha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $320K *

Reimagine the future of AI products by leading strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive impactful solutions for investors and bankers. Your...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $320K *

Shape the future of AI-driven products by leading strategy, design, and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and deliver impactful solutions that meet custome...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $280K *

Innovate and lead the development of AI-driven accounting solutions, enhancing product accuracy and customer insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the roadmap and improve internal...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the vision and roadmap for Risk solutions, integrating AI to enhance customer experiences and optimize risk management. Lead product teams and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize risk management solutions by defining strategy, leading product teams, and utilizing AI to enhance decision-making and workflows. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure impactful, customer...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading risk solutions as you shape strategies and drive cross-functional collaboration, integrating AI and customer insights for impactful decision-making in a dynamic environm...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$265K - $398K *

Lead the charge in shaping AI-driven products through strategic vision and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer journeys and leverage powerful insights, driving rapi...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in defining product vision and strategy for two core products, driving operational efficiency and profitability in grocery retail. Mentor a high-performing team while collaborating acr...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Optimize the customer journey post-purchase by leading a Lifecycle Growth squad. Drive activation, retention, and engagement through innovative onboarding and tailored experiences, leveraging AI and d...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Drive customer success by enhancing post-purchase experiences. Lead a dynamic team to optimize onboarding, retention, and engagement, transforming new subscribers into loyal users through innovative...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing product lines, supplier relationships, and pricing strategies while ensuring customer satisfaction and internal collaboration. Drive continuous improvement and training ini...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $187K *

Transform product capabilities and optimize workflows by collaborating across teams to enhance Buyer Cloud performance. Understand customer needs, define requirements, and execute strategies that driv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$104K - $139K *

Join a team that shapes the future of mobile browsing, enhancing user experience on iOS and Android. Drive activation, retention, and innovative features while collaborating across teams to build a be...

CanadaRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $387K *

Drive your career with a strategic leadership role overseeing identity and access management. Lead product vision, enhance platform security, and foster innovation while collaborating across teams to...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $387K *

Shape the future of identity and access management by leading product vision and strategy for a secure, scalable platform. Drive innovation and collaboration across teams to enhance user experiences a...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $387K *

Champion the vision for identity and access management, leading a team to enhance security and scalability on the platform. Drive strategic alignment across product, engineering, and compliance to del...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $387K *

Join a team that's redefining identity and access management for a leading cloud platform. Drive strategic vision, enhance security, and lead a talented team to deliver innovative solutions that empow...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $236K *

Advance YouTube Live Discovery by leading product strategy and integrating AI tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance viewer engagement through innovative recommendation systems and...

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  •   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.