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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$138K - $165K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative Pricing and Risk Decision capabilities for Business Banking Lending, driving product vision and execution to enhance credit outcomes and streamline workflows acro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in product development for Small Dollar Lending, driving growth through user research and cross-functional collaboration. Optimize customer experiences and enhance acquisition strategi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading product development initiatives that enhance customer experiences and drive growth in Small Dollar Lending. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of patient services by leveraging AI and digital solutions to enhance experiences, streamline operations, and drive measurable outcomes across healthcare journeys, from discovery to d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Drive product innovation by owning a key area end-to-end, collaborating with teams to enhance client experiences and deliver measurable outcomes in a fast-paced, AI-driven environment...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Lead and develop a team of Product Managers to drive AI-powered product strategy, governance, and investment decisions. Shape the organization's AI capabilities while ensuring responsible AI practices...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion a dynamic team of Product Managers to drive AI-powered product strategy, governance, and investment decisions. Elevate organizational AI capabilities while ensuring responsible practices and...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of innovative autonomous orchestration solutions. Collaborate with customers and engineering teams to drive product strategy, manage the full lifecycle...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $175K *

Champion complex product strategies by leading cross-functional teams and driving launch readiness. Influence executive decisions with data-driven insights while coaching a team of product managers to...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $178K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic team focused on Software Supply Chain Security. Drive innovation and reliability in open-source software solutions while fostering a culture of continuous impr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $178K *

Join a team that's redefining software security by leading a new product initiative focused on open-source software protection. You'll manage a small team, drive technical direction, and ensure reliab...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $178K *

Shape the future of software security by leading a dynamic team focused on open-source protection. Drive product vision, enhance capabilities, and ensure reliable delivery while fostering innovation a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic initiatives and foster collaboration across stakeholders. Leverage your expertise in product management to navigate ambiguity, influence outcomes, and enhance cu...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of Physical AI by leading product strategy and growth across diverse markets. Drive innovation in semiconductor IP, engage with strategic customers, and influence cross-functional tea...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $130K *

Accelerate the development of member-centric digital banking products by leading strategy, managing roadmaps, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive contin...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $230K *

Empower a team of engineers to innovate financial solutions, collaborating with cross-functional partners to enhance advisor experiences and drive growth in a dynamic environment focused on excellence...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $260K *

Innovate with us to shape the future of User Acquisition products, leading strategy and execution in a high-scale environment. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful machine learning solutions...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $260K *

Transform user acquisition strategies by leading product development for machine learning solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance campaign management and optimize performance i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize delivery operations by translating customer specs into actionable plans, ensuring quality and timely data shipments while collaborating with engineering to enhance tooling and processes...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of product launches in life sciences by leading strategic engagements, optimizing commercialization processes, and fostering client relationships while mentoring teams to achieve exce...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Empower life sciences clients by leading strategic product launches, optimizing commercialization processes, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to achieve exceptional outcomes and drive busi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Elevate product innovation by adapting Workforce Analytics for RLHF and building fraud intelligence. Drive strategy and execution in a fast-growing market, with a direct path to leadership in a hybrid...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$226K - $277K *

Transform user experiences by driving engineering initiatives and cross-functional programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance game-engine, graphics, and avatar mechanics, ensuring alignment with long...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.