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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$110K - $130K *

Optimize our product suite to elevate financial advisory capabilities through innovative AI solutions. Lead the entire product lifecycle, collaborating with diverse teams to transform complex workflow...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $234K *

Drive innovative go-to-market strategies for In-Club advertising solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and optimize product launches, ensuring alignment w...

San Bruno, CARemote

Today

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

$148K - $254K *

Elevate the future of insurance policy management by driving end-to-end product ownership, collaborating closely with carriers, and delivering innovative features to enhance underwriting and policy wo...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage and develop high-speed optical connectivity solutions, collaborating with global teams to identify business opportunities and drive product alignment. Serve as a subject matter expert, represen...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$153K - $219K *

Shape the future of insurance data by driving innovative semantic capabilities that empower AI, analytics, and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product strategy, enhance d...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $190K *

Drive strategic product management within our payroll and HR ecosystem, leading cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that enhance customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and revenue growt...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of our product operations by designing and implementing systems that enhance team efficiency, visibility, and collaboration. You'll empower product managers and shape the future of...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a high-performance engineering team, driving strategy and innovation for Corporate Payments services while aligning technology with business goals. Foster collaboration and continuous improvement...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $96K *

Transform regional marketing strategies by leading a diverse team to drive sales growth. Oversee budgets, track ROI, and collaborate with leadership to optimize marketing efforts across multiple regio...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $126K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading program development initiatives, enhancing clinical and operational quality while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive efficiency and support cont...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $110K *

Drive implementation success of advanced healthcare technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and EMS clients to manage projects effectively in dynamic settings, ensuring compliance and sa...

Broomfield, CORemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $150K *

Engage in strategic automation initiatives to enhance manufacturing capabilities, leading complex projects from concept to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and al...

St. James, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$156K - $234K *

Lead the charge in shaping the strategy and roadmap for a cutting-edge Context Engine, driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance metadata and business context for AI and human analysts, ensuri...

San Diego, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Build your expertise in product management by driving the strategy and execution of our Commerce product. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and deliver impactful...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

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

$94K - $161K *

Join a team that's redefining smart building solutions by driving product initiatives in IoT and access control. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and deliver innovat...

Richardson, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $175K *

Lead and optimize project management efforts, ensuring safety and efficiency while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive strategic improvements and mentor diverse teams to achie...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $175K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading diverse teams, ensuring safety, and driving effective communication. Leverage your expertise in construction management to enhance processes and foster strong clien...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading packaging innovation and continuous improvement initiatives. Drive efficiency, manage cross-functional collaborations, and develop high-performing teams to enhance customer...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Yesterday

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

$140K - $165K *

Lead the charge in advancing marketing capabilities by translating business strategies into impactful product outcomes. Drive innovation across multiple channels, enhancing customer engagement and del...

Somerville, MARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of shaping the future of Enterprise Customer Education by defining strategies, leveraging data, and leading teams to drive impactful outcomes that transform client engagement and enable...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $260K *

Transform edge AI solutions by leading a talented engineering team. Drive the strategy for embedded systems and machine learning, ensuring impactful deployment of intelligent safety features for real...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $155K *

Transform complex projects into successful outcomes by leading cross-functional teams, aligning business priorities, and fostering collaboration. Drive continuous improvement and ensure quality delive...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Yesterday

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

$137K - $209K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of product demand strategy. Drive pipeline and revenue for innovative products through strategic leadership and agile marketing initiatives. Collaborate closely w...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining product marketing strategy for AI and payments. Drive market success through collaboration, strategic insights, and compelling narratives that connect innovation to custo...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Lead the execution of software delivery by managing internal teams and vendor partnerships. Oversee backlog management, sprint execution, and ensure alignment between business needs and engineering ca...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.