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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$148K - $303K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing engineering team, tackling complex technical challenges, and driving impactful projects. Collaborate closely with product leaders to translate prioritie...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $156K *

Drive strategic digital asset management initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize tools and processes, ensuring alignment with marketing needs and enhancing overall perform...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $156K *

Champion the strategic direction of digital asset management, collaborating across teams to optimize tools and processes. Drive product development and performance metrics, ensuring alignment with ent...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform military technology by leading complex program management initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive proposal development, oversee budgets, and ensure project success whil...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$163K - $200K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing the product strategy for a premier navigation-focused EFB platform, driving innovation and collaboration across teams to enhance the aviation industry's fligh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Lead the strategy and development of innovative computer vision solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing quality and performance. Drive product vision and lifecycl...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining audio equipment preparation and quality control. Lead strategic initiatives, develop training programs, and enhance operational efficiency across multiple locations to en...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $110K *

Drive the strategic direction for Audio equipment quality control, ensuring efficient preparation processes and staff development across operational locations while fostering continuous improvement an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $110K *

Lead the strategic direction for Audio equipment preparation and quality control. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance staff development, establish technical standards, and drive continuous improv...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$210K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to drive therapist compensation strategies, ensuring clients find the right care quickly. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize incentives and enhance therapist availability...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to enhance solutions, analyze data, and align business strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize development and ensure success...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Innovate and lead product strategy for a cutting-edge SaaS platform, guiding cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional solutions that meet customer needs and drive market success. Collaborate clos...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform hardware product transitions from prototype to production, ensuring seamless coordination across teams. Drive efficiency and quality in manufacturing processes while managing documentation a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive program delivery for uncrewed aircraft systems, overseeing cost, schedule, and technical performance across cross-functional teams. Lead strategic initiatives and build a robust program manageme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $194K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology solutions for core business functions. Drive innovative digital experiences and optimize operations through strategic technology initiatives and eff...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $209K *

Join a team that's transforming data center operations by leading complex capacity-delivery programs from site selection to production go-live, ensuring seamless integration and high-quality standards...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $209K *

Transform data center operations by leading end-to-end capacity delivery programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely project execution, quality assurance, and stakeholder engagement, dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $135K *

Lead and shape complex cross-functional programs, driving strategic initiatives and fostering team development. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery while optimizing resources a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in simplifying AI model training by enhancing developer experiences. Own the product lifecycle from setup to execution, collaborating with engineers and researchers to streamline distr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive the evolution of AI training platforms by enhancing developer experiences. Own the product lifecycle from setup to execution, collaborating with engineers and researchers to simplify complex dis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping a dynamic product landscape, driving innovation and customer success across multiple platforms while collaborating with cross-functional teams to scale and enhance business...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape innovative insert solutions in the print and mail industry by connecting market needs with engineering teams. Drive product development, manage lifecycles, and enhance customer experiences throu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of product marketing by driving operational excellence in product launches and go-to-market initiatives. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless execution and strategic alignment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.