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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$120K - $160K *

Lead the future of enterprise implementations in the medical device sector. Own end-to-end project delivery, ensuring rigorous management of scope, timelines, and client relationships while adapting p...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Shape the future of capital projects by leading multi-discipline teams to deliver complex design packages, ensuring quality and client satisfaction across diverse sectors including healthcare and gove...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $162K *

Transform business strategies into actionable outcomes as a Development Product Owner. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive modernization in Property Pricing and Underwriting, ensuring ali...

San Antonio, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $243K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead project management efforts globally, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline objectives are m...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $186K *

Optimize developer engagement by managing the user journey from first touch to activation. Collaborate with teams to enhance the Developer Hub and drive measurable growth through effective lifecycle m...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic partner in business development, driving revenue through VARs and resellers. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance partner engagement and pipeline creation, ensu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $117K *

Lead program management initiatives, ensuring effective execution of projects and resource coordination. Drive program evaluations, documentation, and vendor management to achieve strategic goals and...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $186K *

Support the strategy and roadmap of our Data & AI Platform, prioritizing consumer needs and driving adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product features, measure performance...

Portland, ORRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$185K - $250K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative sponsorship products, collaborating across teams to enhance advertiser and publisher experiences while driving growth in a scalable marketplace. Your hands-on app...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$190K - $215K *

Transform cloud-based engineering strategies as you lead teams in creating innovative AI-powered automation solutions, ensuring quality and scalability while promoting a dynamic and collaborative cult...

Lehi, UTRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer product partnerships by driving strategy and execution for growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to evaluate opportunities, negotiate terms, and ensure long-term success while representing th...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $260K *

Elevate your career by leading complex, large-scale technical programs, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve business objectives and enhance operational e...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Lead and innovate Dropbox's lifecycle marketing strategy, enhancing customer engagement and retention. Manage a team to develop impactful programs that drive adoption and revenue across diverse custom...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $135K *

Transform the future of financial products by building end-to-end experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance user interactions and drive business...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $225K *

Empower growth by leading AI product initiatives, driving customer adoption, and enhancing market competitiveness while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver measurable business outcomes and str...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Join us to lead a dynamic software engineering team, driving innovation in fleet management technology. You'll mentor developers, oversee the software delivery lifecycle, and contribute hands-on to co...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate product management by leading the evolution of legacy and cloud solutions. Drive customer adoption, improve outcomes, and enhance user experience while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $230K *

Drive market dominance by owning the GTM strategy for innovative AppSec products, collaborating closely with technical teams and sales to ensure successful launches and impactful messaging that resona...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing customer operations by enhancing support and service delivery. Drive team performance, improve workflows, and leverage AI to elevate customer experience and satisfaction...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower product marketing strategies by leading launches and go-to-market initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive customer engagement and analyze market insights, ensuring impact...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$208K - $312K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud storage solutions. As a Product Manager, you'll drive the vision and strategy for our storage portfolio, ensuring seamless integration and performance across applic...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $220K *

Drive the success of clinical study projects by managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to ensure project objectives are met while fostering a culture of...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $220K *

Optimize project delivery by leading clinical study initiatives, ensuring quality, budget, and timelines are met. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive success in complex global trials while man...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $230K *

Transform the Life Science sector by driving new business and closing strategic deals. Leverage your expertise in IT solutions to engage with leading enterprises, develop sales strategies, and achieve...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Transform product management by owning the roadmap, prioritizing customer needs, and leveraging data to drive impactful AI-powered solutions. Collaborate closely with design and engineering to deliver...

Ontario, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.