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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$185K - $278K *

Empower a team of product researchers to drive strategic insights that shape buyer and seller experiences. Collaborate across functions to enhance product direction and foster a culture of innovation...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Advance your career by leading cross-functional projects and ensuring successful delivery while coordinating with stakeholders and managing customer relationships in a fast-paced environment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $220K *

Lead continuous improvement initiatives across QSR operations, driving cultural transformation and operational excellence. Manage CI strategies, develop leaders, and ensure alignment with enterprise g...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate product strategy and delivery in an evolving security landscape. Own roadmap execution, collaborate with engineering, and engage with customers to build trust and drive innovation. Measure...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $272K *

Analyze and develop global ad targeting and brand safety policies, ensuring compliance and safety for users and advertisers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance policy enforcement and m...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading quality initiatives and training programs to enhance team performance and compliance. Collaborate with management to drive operational excellence and support colleague...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $171K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative project management solutions for large law firms. Drive implementations, manage resources, and ensure client satisfaction while navigating complex challenges a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $210K *

Innovate by defining the product vision and strategy for foundational tools and libraries, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance scalability, while ensuring high-impact solutions meet market dem...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K *

Lead our product marketing efforts to drive strategy, market growth, and segmentation for innovative public safety software. Collaborate with teams to translate product features into compelling messag...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Champion project execution and client satisfaction by leading multiple teams of Project Managers, ensuring financial performance and operational excellence across various commercial accounts while opt...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$94K - $164K *

Champion user experience design across digital products, driving insights into actionable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer journeys and ensure alignment with Huma...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead product marketing initiatives, mentor talent, and drive strategic go-to-market execution across various functions to enhance business growth and customer engagement...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $105K *

Transform creative visions into tangible assets by managing the entire production lifecycle. Oversee timelines, quality control, and vendor relationships to ensure projects are delivered on-brand, on...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Transform the future of autonomous ground support equipment by leading product strategy and roadmap development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, performance, and reliability...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive the coordination and execution of marketing and technology projects, ensuring efficient operations, timely delivery, and high-quality outcomes while effectively managing cross-functional teams a...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $100K *

Deliver innovative AI-powered safety solutions, managing client implementations while driving project success across diverse industries. Collaborate with teams to provide crucial insights that enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$208K - $379K *

Reimagine the future of AI by leading product strategies that transform research into impactful tools for agent optimization, enhancing quality and efficiency across the industry...

Santa Clara, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $280K *

Elevate AI and autonomy technologies from concept to production-ready solutions. Collaborate across teams to drive commercialization and product strategy while ensuring effective implementation and in...

Lone Tree, CORemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$500K+*

Accelerate progress at driving new enterprise sales for AI platforms, owning the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing. Engage with CXOs across key industries to deliver measurable business out...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Transform enterprise sales by driving new logo acquisition for our AI platform. Own the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while building relationships with key executives in target indust...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Unlock potential by driving new enterprise sales for an AI platform, managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing. Collaborate with executives across industries to deliver measurable busi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Join us to redefine the customer journey for our shared hosting platform, focusing on retention and user experience. You'll lead strategy and execution, ensuring customers thrive post-purchase and enh...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $175K *

Empower progress at the forefront of data product management, leading the development of innovative solutions. Drive product success through strategic oversight, client engagement, and cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $230K *

Unlock the potential of legal technology by owning AI initiatives that streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and empower legal teams. Collaborate across departments to deliver impactful solution...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the development of innovative agent products, driving customer engagement and product quality. Collaborate with teams to shape offerings that enhance user experience and business growth, while en...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.