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 *

Help us drive growth by identifying and closing automation opportunities. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver tailored solutions, build lasting customer relationships, and exceed sales targets...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Lead a dynamic team to optimize turnover processes, ensuring quality and efficiency across multiple projects. Drive performance metrics while fostering relationships with contractors and vendors to en...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$87K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic PLM engagements, transforming systems, and guiding clients through complex landscapes. Collaborate across teams to design scalable architectures that align with e...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming patient engagement through innovative marketing strategies. You'll develop and execute multichannel campaigns, crafting compelling content that drives enro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape user experiences by designing intuitive UI for Playground and Console. Collaborate with senior designers on impactful feature work, enhancing product impressions while gaining fluency in our des...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in creating cutting-edge embedded software solutions for autonomous mobile robotics. Drive technical excellence, oversee collaborative engineering efforts, and ensure high reliability...

United StatesRemote

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

$90K - $153K *

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United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform channel marketing strategies by building innovative programs that drive growth in industrial and automotive sectors. Collaborate with sales leadership to navigate ambiguity and create impact...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$109K - $163K *

Champion the development of partner products and services, managing the entire product lifecycle to enhance customer experiences while collaborating across teams to ensure compliance and successful pr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $233K *

Elevate enterprise data management by leading product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful data products that enhance decision-making and drive business...

Portland, ORRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Drive exceptional client outcomes by managing complex, cross-functional projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure clarity, timely execution, and risk management, transforming strategy into ac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead product strategy and innovation in a dynamic startup environment. Shape product development decisions, prioritize customer-centric solutions, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive business...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth by sourcing and closing new business while nurturing existing accounts. You'll be the trusted operator ensuring client satisfaction and pipeline predictability, colla...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead impactful product marketing efforts for AI dealmaking solutions, focusing on financial services. You'll manage positioning, messaging, go-to-market strategy, and cross-functional collaboration to...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of digital experiences by leading cross-functional initiatives that drive impactful business outcomes through data analysis, customer insights, and strategic alignment across teams...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K *

Transform the Sales Enablement function to prioritize outcomes over training, driving faster ramp times and increased win rates through hands-on coaching and innovative use of AI to elevate sales perf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow our wholesale business across Alberta and British Columbia by building strong relationships with industry partners, identifying new opportunities, and driving sales growth in key markets...

Calgary, ABRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $165K *

Transform your career by leading technical direction and architecture for complex systems. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation, establish standards, and mentor engineers while ensuring alignm...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple deployment projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and timely delivery. Collaborate with teams to define goals, mitigate risks, and leverage Fortra products for o...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $203K *

Empower the distribution strategy by designing and managing rate content across channels, ensuring accurate delivery and partner trust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable progra...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Elevate the performance of prediction markets by overseeing strategy, risk management, and team leadership. Drive P&L accountability and collaborate with engineering to enhance infrastructure and mark...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engineer impactful solutions in a hybrid role, managing client engagements and product rollout. Collaborate cross-functionally with tech and business teams to deliver a modern SaaS platform while ensu...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing product learning experiences for credit unions and MAP employees. You'll design, develop, and deliver engaging training that empowers users to confidently ado...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Champion project success by managing cross-functional initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of new products, packaging, and promotions. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive accountability and strea...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$99K - $164K *

Champion innovative data solutions to enhance actuarial processes and decision-making. Lead a technical team driving advanced analytics and cloud-based strategies, implementing scalable data solutions...

Alpharetta, GARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.