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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$230K - $263K *

Lead transformative initiatives in document management, driving data strategy and governance for customer documents. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate solutions that enhance operational effic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$191K - $239K *

Elevate consumer experiences by driving AI innovations and technical direction across engineering teams, enhancing high-traffic services for millions. Mentor talent, establish best practices, and deli...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Drive technical excellence and team growth as you lead engineering efforts, ensuring high standards and effective delivery while fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration. Your leadershi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $171K *

Optimize customer engagement strategies for financial recovery, leading cross-functional teams to develop innovative product solutions that enhance user experience and drive business outcomes in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $171K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer engagement and product capabilities for those facing financial hardship. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative, data-driven solutions that s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $205K *

Reimagine customer engagement by leading product initiatives that enhance financial recovery experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and improve processes fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $188K *

Unlock potential by leading product management initiatives that enhance customer engagement and support financial recovery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable, data-driven solu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $192K *

Join a team that's redefining the future of multiomics in biochemistry. Lead product strategy and innovation, drive commercial execution, and foster external partnerships to enhance our metabolomics a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$188K - $274K *

Shape the future of supply chain operations by leading complex, cross-functional programs. Drive initiatives to scale and mature processes, ensuring reliable capabilities for high-volume compute infra...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $201K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance emergency response systems. Drive product vision, conduct user research, and mentor teams to deliver impactful solutions that save lives. Shape the future...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $171K *

Engineer innovative product solutions by leading cross-functional teams, focusing on customer needs and leveraging technology to drive transformative outcomes in a dynamic API platform environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $205K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in product management by leveraging technology and customer insights to create transformative API solutions that enhance user experiences and support strategic bu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $171K *

Transform customer experiences by leading innovative product management for a critical API platform. Drive cross-functional collaboration and leverage technology to deliver impactful solutions that al...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $188K *

Shape the future of product management by leading cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance our API platform, driving exceptional customer experiences through technology and strategic insights...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $188K *

Transform customer experiences by leading product management for a critical API platform. Drive innovation and collaboration across teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that enhance user engagement...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Develop innovative product strategies to enhance a dynamic platform for construction materials. Lead feature development, optimize user experience, and leverage data-driven insights while collaboratin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining dental solutions by leading product strategy and development for innovative powered and electromechanical devices. Drive growth and profitability while collaborating with...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $261K *

Shape strategic initiatives by leading complex, cross-functional programs in semiconductor technology. Drive decision-making and execution while collaborating with engineering, R&D, and manufacturing...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $129K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operational capacity and enhancing network performance. Drive cross-functional initiatives, eliminate barriers, and implement standard practices to foster continuous impr...

1 week ago

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

$165K - $220K *

Champion innovation as a Principal Software Engineer, driving the development of cutting-edge software applications in a collaborative environment. Lead architectural strategies and mentor talent to e...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $170K *

Create impactful product strategies by owning the full lifecycle of AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define priorities, validate customer needs, and drive alignment, ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Champion the delivery of innovative patient and provider experiences through effective product management, directly impacting retention and engagement in a rapidly evolving, AI-driven healthcare envir...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Champion the intersection of security and engineering by crafting compelling narratives that resonate with customers. Collaborate across teams to launch products, educate the market, and enhance produ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of application security by bridging engineering and marketing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling narratives, launch products, and educate the market, ensurin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K *

Transform complex challenges into impactful software solutions. Collaborate with engineers, designers, and justice leaders to drive product strategy and execution, enhancing the criminal justice syste...

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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.