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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$100K - $120K *

Lead strategic mortgage sales initiatives by building strong relationships with brokers, educating them on product offerings, and promoting integrated Bank solutions to enhance business growth and ope...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Lead product marketing initiatives by crafting compelling messaging and strategies that drive customer engagement and adoption. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment and measure performan...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance the Government-Military growth strategy to drive revenue, enhance market share, and innovate applications. Lead cross-functional teams to capture value and influence specifications in military...

Manchester, NHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $181K *

Help us redefine commercial lending by leading product strategy and execution. Drive innovation in loan origination and underwriting, enhancing client experiences and operational efficiency through cr...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive innovative go-to-market strategies with top tech platforms, generating pipeline and enhancing collaboration between sales teams to accelerate revenue opportunities. Elevate yo...

Palo Alto, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Drive analytics strategy across product domains, transforming data into insights that shape decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and enable data-driven out...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$198K - $233K *

Shape AI product strategy by synthesizing trends, customer needs, and tech capabilities. Collaborate with engineering and design to drive innovation, enabling AI solutions that deliver genuine custome...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $155K *

Champion the execution of complex business initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, mentoring teams, and driving data-informed decisions to ensure alignment with organizational goals and prom...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Champion demand generation by executing integrated campaigns to drive pipeline growth and revenue, collaborating cross-functionally with Sales and Product teams for fuel growth through strategic marke...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you lead global training operations. Manage cross-functional teams to enhance onboarding experiences, optimize performance metrics, and build leadership capacity across North...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $280K *

Transform customer experiences by owning, deploying, and optimizing AI Agents. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful implementation, leading customer engagements, and driving measurable...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $230K *

Transform strategic visions into reality by owning product lifecycle from ideation to impact. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions, drive customer satisfaction, and ensure business...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $219K *

Transform the monetization landscape by leading product strategies that drive market success. Collaborate across diverse product lines to enhance pricing models and optimize profitability, ensuring im...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance program execution by leading cross-functional teams to deliver AI initiatives. Collaborate with remote developers, manage Agile processes, and ensure alignment with business goals while drivin...

Pleasant Grove, UTRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $240K *

Innovate your career by leading the product lifecycle and go-to-market strategies for security and monitoring solutions. Collaborate across functions to enhance client satisfaction and drive adoption...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in technical program management by leading complex engineering initiatives, enhancing cross-functional collaboration, and improving team productivity in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role driving growth and innovation in impulse retail. You'll strategize, manage key accounts, and lead negotiations to boost visibility and sales across regional conven...

Le Mars, IARemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$161K - $242K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives and digital transformation. Collaborate with senior leaders to tackle complex challenges, influence decision-making, and ensure successful execution of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic agency by leading complex client campaigns. Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality result...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $160K *

Transform category growth by leveraging insights and strategies to enhance customer performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize assortments and drive sales initiatives across diverse retai...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

Johnson City, TNRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $185K *

Lead high-performing software engineering teams to modernize customer-facing applications, enhance operational efficiency, and drive AI-enabled practices, ensuring alignment with business objectives a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$172K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI integrations. As a strategic leader, you'll drive the vision and execution of the MCP server, ensuring a seamless user experience across various platforms w...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $121K *

Optimize the commercialization process by owning end-to-end management, collaborating across functions, and leveraging AI tools to enhance efficiency and scalability, ultimately driving data integrity...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $166K *

Transform the user experience by driving product strategy and delivering customer-facing digital solutions. Engage in market research and coordinate cross-functional teams to enhance search capabiliti...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

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.