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 *

Unlock potential by directing product strategy for data-centric solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance product performance and drive innovation. Own the product lifecycle from conception to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate product management by integrating diverse datasets into innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance existing products and drive new data initiatives from concept t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Drive the strategy and development of a cutting-edge Risk and Compliance Decision Platform, leading cross-functional teams to enhance risk assessment and decision-making processes across the Marketpla...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

2 days ago

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

$105K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving successful ERP and CRM software implementations. Lead projects, coordinate teams, and ensure timely delivery while achieving sales and profit targets. Collaborate with stake...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Transform the software development landscape by defining a cohesive end-to-end experience, integrating planning to verification workflows across teams. Lead product strategy and execution, influencing...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $193K *

Develop and manage the lifecycle of a cutting-edge Kubernetes-based container platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive product strategy, enhance platform features, and ensure seamless cloud se...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Empower the development of innovative banking solutions by driving product strategy, collaborating across teams, and delivering scalable capabilities that enhance customer experiences and meet busines...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on leading AutoStore project sales, managing client relationships, and ensuring project success through robust sales processes and strategies. Drive growth...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive the evolution of online educational platforms by collaborating with diverse teams, championing user needs, and managing product roadmaps to enhance the overall learning experience for students a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving product strategy and execution for data and identity solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful products, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $181K *

Join a team that's redefining insurance through innovative technology and AI. As a Digital Product Manager, you'll drive product strategy, collaborate across teams, and transform insights into impactf...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $171K *

Lead the charge in managing a diverse portfolio of SaaS products, driving user engagement and retention through strategic product development and cross-functional collaboration to enhance customer loy...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Help us deliver innovative environmental design projects by leading cross-functional teams through all phases from planning to implementation, ensuring alignment, managing risks, and achieving client...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of an AI-driven product, shaping strategy, roadmap, and execution for enterprise content insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance adoption and value in regulated sec...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading complex product initiatives across technical domains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic direction into actionable plans, ensuring measurable out...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $260K *

Pioneer innovative product strategies that drive enterprise-wide impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges, influence executive priorities, and deliver exceptional cu...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of education by owning content strategy for assessments. Collaborate with experts and district leaders to enhance quality and drive adoption, leveraging insights to inform product dir...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Transform complex military software solutions by driving product strategy, aligning teams, and engaging stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to enhance operational intelligence and deliver impactful...

Ontario, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive the product vision and strategy, owning the lifecycle from discovery to launch, focusing on scalability and performance in a cloud-based platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure innovat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $156K *

Advance retail insurance sales by analyzing market trends, enhancing product visibility, and providing strategic support to stakeholders. Collaborate with teams to implement effective marketing strate...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Champion the development of healthcare marketing tools by guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, driving innovative features and optimizing user experiences to enhance HCP engag...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

Lead product outcomes by deeply understanding customer needs and driving value through collaboration with design and engineering teams. Own the entire problem-solving arc from conception to delivery...

Rapid City, SDRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Transform the developer evaluation experience of Keycard by streamlining onboarding and guide processes for enhanced usability and efficiency. Drive metrics-focused improvements as you collaborate wit...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing initiatives for machine learning models and AI features. Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, monitor KPIs, and enhance data-driven decision-making...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Develop distinctive trading card products by managing brand strategy, product configurations, and commercial performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful launches and enha...

Neptune, NJRemote

2 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.