Product Development Manager Jobs

Explore Product Development Manager jobs on Ladders, a career platform for vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Product Development Managers guide products from early research and concept development through design, launch, and ongoing improvement. Browse roles across industries and find opportunities that align with your leadership experience, product expertise, and career goals.

What Does a Product Development Manager Do?

Product Development Managers coordinate cross-functional teams to turn customer needs and business objectives into successful products. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include researching markets, shaping product requirements, managing development roadmaps, overseeing budgets and timelines, mitigating risks, and collaborating with engineering, design, marketing, operations, and sales. They also monitor product performance and use customer feedback and business data to guide improvements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek candidates with experience in product development, project or program management, and cross-functional leadership. Valuable skills include strategic planning, market and customer research, communication, prioritization, budgeting, and risk management. Familiarity with relevant development processes, analytics, and industry-specific standards can also help. Requirements vary by role, company, and sector.

Product Development Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies based on industry, location, company size, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it a useful place to explore Product Development Manager opportunities at this compensation level. Experienced professionals may advance to senior product leadership, portfolio management, or broader business leadership roles.

Find Product Development Manager Jobs on Ladders

Search current Product Development Manager openings and compare roles by responsibilities, industry, and location. Create a focused search around your strengths and preferred work environment, then review each listing for compensation details and qualifications. Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted opportunities designed for six-figure careers.

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$94K - $161K *

Manage product development from concept to release, focusing on technical solutions. Engage with clients to define requirements, drive innovation, and ensure products meet business needs while collabo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product marketing strategies by developing compelling messaging and go-to-market plans. Collaborate across teams to drive awareness and engagement, ensuring successful launches and sales enabl...

Michigan, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $176K *

Champion the Lead-to-Opportunity domain by driving product strategy, mentoring analysts, and enhancing the GTM tech stack. Influence the roadmap and ensure seamless lead conversion while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to own product design and user experience for an enterprise healthcare platform, creating intuitive interfaces that simplify complex workflows while collaborating closely with prod...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$184K - $194K *

Drive your career as a Senior Product Manager, shaping innovative retailer experiences and analytics solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver impactful products that empower retailers to thri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative eDiscovery solutions by managing complex projects, collaborating with legal teams, and mentoring staff. Ensure quality deliverables while exceeding client expectations through exper...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $200K *

Elevate our Endpoint Management capabilities by driving product vision, collaborating with teams, and delivering high-impact features that enhance usability and efficiency for IT professionals across...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by co-leading strategic initiatives in Consumer Payments, ensuring operational excellence and alignment across teams. Drive innovation through AI integration and optimize workflows to...

Miami, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a fast-paced team as you shape our product direction, driving customer engagement and retention for a climate tech company focused on sustainable agriculture. Collaborate cross-functionally to de...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining data management by spearheading product innovation. Your insights will guide the development of user-centric software solutions, shaping the platform that empowers busine...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $185K *

Develop innovative healthcare products by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Leverage your technical expertise to enhance platform capabilities and deliver impactful solutions that improve pat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Engage in product launches, messaging, and customer marketing to drive business outcomes. Collaborate with teams to craft impactful narratives that resonate with B2B audiences, and contribute to custo...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the planning and execution of PLC updates, ensuring seamless operations across automated warehouse sites while coordinating with cross-functional partners and enhancing de...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving project success by leading technical initiatives, resolving complex challenges, and aligning outcomes with client objectives. Your expertise will enhance profitability and o...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex, cross-functional marketing initiatives from planning to execution, driving accountability and collaboration across teams while enhancing project management processes and methodologies fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading Digital Test & Evaluation initiatives that integrate modern software solutions into defense workflows, enhancing efficiency and data-driven decision-making across the T&E l...

Mountain View, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by shaping innovative workflows and AI-driven experiences. Join a dynamic team where ownership, speed, and user-focused product development are paramount. Contribute across the...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives by providing senior-level project and program expertise. Drive planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of health informatics processes and syste...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$203K - $345K *

Champion the vision for Agentic Software Delivery, spearheading strategic innovation across CI, CD, and observability to enhance software delivery automation and customer experience while driving reve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower a team of engineers by leading development, managing delivery, and driving process improvements. Collaborate across departments to ensure quality releases while maintaining a hands-on technica...

Alberta, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of project management by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery of key projects, and fostering collaboration across departments to achieve desired outcomes and drive...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of integrations by leading the product roadmap, enhancing API standards, and driving a scalable platform. Collaborate across teams to deliver an exceptional developer experience while...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic team of software engineers to enhance data import systems, ensuring efficient document processing and integration. Drive technical direction, improve engineering practices, and foster a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's paving the way for innovative product and engineering solutions. As a Senior Corporate Counsel, you'll provide essential legal guidance on AI, payments, and privacy, ensuring compli...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion business growth by driving market development in healthcare. Build relationships, achieve sales objectives, and influence cross-functional teams to deliver customer-centric solutions while ma...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Product Development Manager do?question toggle

    A Product Development Manager leads the process of creating and improving products, coordinating teams and managing work from research and planning through development, launch, and evaluation.

  • What qualifications are common for Product Development Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value product or project management experience, cross-functional leadership, strategic planning, customer research, communication, and relevant industry knowledge.

  • How much do Product Development Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on experience, location, industry, and the scope of the role. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Product Development Manager opportunities.

  • Where can I find Product Development Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Product Development Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.

  • What career paths can follow a Product Development Manager role?question toggle

    With experience, Product Development Managers may move into senior product management, product portfolio leadership, or broader executive and business leadership positions.