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 *

Tackle data-driven decisions as a senior product analyst, owning A/B testing design and analysis while collaborating across teams to enhance user experience and drive growth through insightful experim...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of tax compliance by building a scalable filing platform and remittance infrastructure, enabling seamless global transactions and automation for international sellers. Drive innov...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $146K *

Innovate strategic partnerships and drive revenue growth in NTN and IoT sectors. Cultivate relationships with global carriers, negotiate agreements, and identify new business opportunities to establis...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $155K *

Partner with us to drive transformative people initiatives, aligning cross-functional teams and strategies to enhance operational effectiveness, streamline execution, and deliver measurable business o...

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform regional growth by leading strategic pricing initiatives, optimizing commercial strategies, and driving profitability through advanced data analysis and cross-functional collaboration within...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$197K - $257K *

Champion the transformation of connected content into actionable knowledge within Confluence. Drive strategy, ensure quality, and enhance user experience by managing content organization and freshness...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$211K - $373K *

Innovate the consumer experience by leading product strategy and execution. Drive a high-performing team to enhance onboarding and insurance purchasing while aligning with cross-functional partners to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform the customer experience by owning product marketing strategies that resonate with diverse industries. Collaborate closely with sales and product teams to create impactful messaging and asset...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $260K *

Elevate the buying experience by leading product strategy, enhancing catalog quality, and optimizing marketplace economics. Drive measurable outcomes through collaboration with operations and engineer...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in billing and data platforms. As a Senior Product Owner, you'll lead agile delivery, manage complex features, and ensure high-quality releases while collaboratin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $125K *

Champion the delivery of innovative solutions across Billing and Data platforms. Leverage your expertise to drive product ownership, manage Agile processes, and ensure high-quality releases while coll...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $106K *

Unlock potential by driving profitability through strategic pricing management, contract optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. Transform complex data into actionable strategies to enhance...

Warrenville, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and strategic enablement across global Inside Sales teams, enhancing commercial effectiveness and delivering exceptional client value through innovati...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Design innovative learning experiences that engage and empower associates. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform complex challenges into clear, actionable solutions using modern technology and st...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation as you design complex electrical systems, lead projects, mentor teams, and ensure high-quality deliverables. Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams, utilizing advanced BI...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$272K - $320K *

Champion AI innovation by defining product strategy, conducting research, and enabling cross-portfolio collaboration to enhance observability and customer value in engineering workflows...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $120K *

Transform strategic partnerships in the pet specialty sector, driving sales growth and category expansion. Lead account management and operational excellence while collaborating with internal teams to...

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2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Drive sales growth and platform adoption by executing strategic marketing initiatives, collaborating across teams, and leveraging customer insights to enhance product positioning and sales enablement...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $250K *

Unlock the potential of our Search platform! Lead a transformative rebuild aligning user experience with monetization for sustainable success, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance sear...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$154K - $208K *

Shape the future of quality operations by leading teams to enhance product excellence and consumer satisfaction across global markets, driving continuous improvement and strategic initiatives in a dyn...

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2 weeks ago

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

$165K - $210K *

Drive your career forward by owning data capabilities and reporting tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product value, ensuring accurate data delivery and insights that empower c...

Nashville, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Optimize program delivery by leading complex projects from proposal to execution. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage budgets, and ensure customer commitments are met while mentoring junior p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $151K *

Shape the future of power grid automation by leading go-to-market strategies, translating technical solutions into customer value, and driving growth across utility and commercial segments through cro...

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Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$158K - $170K *

Lead the development of predictive models integrating advanced ML techniques to drive strategic decision-making across credit risk, collections, and business operations while mentoring data scientists...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $339K *

Transform programmatic advertising by defining and scaling innovative products, collaborating across teams to enhance advertiser experiences while ensuring alignment with strategic business goals...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.