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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$385K - $460K *

Drive the evolution of a world-class support experience by optimizing systems and processes that transform customer feedback into actionable product improvements, ensuring seamless resolutions and enh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$385K - $460K *

Shape the future of customer support by owning the end-to-end experience, driving product fixes, and minimizing support cases through innovative systems and AI solutions. Collaborate across teams to e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$216K - $240K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy and execution for a global marketplace. Drive innovation, manage stakeholders, and mentor teams to deliver user-centric solutions that enhance safety and em...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$136K - $184K *

Unlock potential by leading the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay product lifecycle, optimizing workflows and driving integration across platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance procurement process...

2 weeks ago

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

$177K - $239K *

Explore a pivotal role driving innovation in engineering and product management. Collaborate across teams to optimize systems, manage complex projects, and influence strategic initiatives that generat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$194K - $282K *

Join our team to define and optimize monetization strategies for Adobe's Creativity and Productivity segment, driving growth through innovative pricing, market analysis, and cross-functional collabora...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team as you shape product strategy and drive innovation in assessment solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and leverage emerging technologies f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$155K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading product development and market strategy in a fast-paced advertising tech environment. Drive innovation while ensuring data integrity and seamless integration for unique cus...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the product vision and roadmap for Configuration and Product Information Management, ensuring alignment with business needs and technical standards while driving innovation and successful deliver...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing the product vision for Configuration and Product Information Management, ensuring alignment with business needs and driving successful outcomes across enginee...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $155K *

Contribute to the success of hygienic sensors by owning product strategy, collaborating with engineering, and driving market insights into actionable requirements. Lead product launches and manage lif...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $265K *

Champion innovative data products in financial services, driving strategy and client engagement. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver AI-ready solutions that meet regulatory standards and enhance bu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $265K *

Advance your career by leading innovative data products in financial services. Drive strategy, engage clients, and ensure compliance while delivering measurable business outcomes through AI-ready solu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $193K *

Elevate your career by designing and executing strategic portfolio initiatives, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving product performance. Collaborate globally to identify opportunities and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $193K *

Join a dynamic team to define portfolio strategy, manage stakeholder relationships, and drive product performance. Collaborate on global initiatives, research opportunities, and enhance operational ef...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $212K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of product strategy by designing and executing portfolio initiatives, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving operational efficiencies to enhance product...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $212K *

Unlock potential by designing portfolio strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and overseeing product delivery. Collaborate on global initiatives and research new opportunities to enhance ope...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $184K *

Champion the vision and strategy for a key contract management platform, guiding its development and user experience while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and satisfact...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative product strategies and roadmaps, transforming corporate mobility with automated solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and streamline operatio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$187K - $305K *

Champion the strategy and execution of Ads Quality systems, enhancing relevance and user experience while balancing advertiser ROI and revenue. Collaborate across teams to drive measurable outcomes an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead high-impact product initiatives in banking infrastructure, driving strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance financial technology solutions and support long-term growth...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive innovative health product strategies, enhancing user engagement and loyalty through data-driven insights and collaborative execution of the product roadmap...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$136K - $184K *

Lead the product vision and strategy for Prime Reading, collaborating across teams to drive initiatives that enhance customer value and business outcomes while overseeing global program results...

Today

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

$150K - $180K *

Strategize and lead high-impact product initiatives for online banking, driving product vision, roadmap, and execution. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences and operational efficie...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K *

Drive end-to-end product ownership by developing strategies, executing business plans, and collaborating cross-functionally to launch innovative technology solutions that enhance customer experience a...

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Today

  •   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.