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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$126K - $202K *

Lead impactful initiatives by analyzing data and building tools that drive revenue growth. Collaborate with product teams to identify gaps, streamline processes, and enhance enterprise readiness, ensu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $126K *

Lead the charge in product marketing strategy, driving product launches and competitive outreach while collaborating across teams to ensure effective messaging and increased market visibility for tech...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $290K *

Elevate the user experience in healthcare by leading design innovation! You'll spearhead our design strategy, fostering a high-performance team while simplifying complex workflows into intuitive, beau...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $190K *

Empower innovative projects as a visionary leader, guiding creative tech solutions through oversight, collaboration, and expert software development, while mentoring teams and driving project success...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$137K - $185K *

Engage in transforming the analytics landscape, leading the development and enforcement of enterprise metric definitions. Drive consistent and impactful reporting across teams while building data trus...

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4 weeks ago

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

$70K - $117K *

Lead the charge in optimizing provider networks and managing strategic projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery and enhance partnerships, driving success from initiation to c...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate Treasury Management by leading product strategy, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive growth and foster client satisfaction through competitive product offerings that align wi...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading the delivery of innovative solutions for retail clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, high-quality project execution that drives customer...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $135K *

Innovate business development strategies to drive growth in the Industrials team. Collaborate across functions to identify market opportunities, engage customers, and ensure seamless onboarding, contr...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute a strategic product roadmap, integrating market insights and performance metrics to drive customer-centric solutions in the diagnostics and genomics...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $143K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies for a digital platform, driving partner engagement and business growth through compelling storytelling and strategic positio...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$126K - $150K *

Pioneer the transformation of tax technology and processes, driving strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, compliance, and user experience through automation and data-driven solution...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$73K - $103K *

Drive business growth by engaging financial advisors through strategic outreach. Build strong relationships and deliver innovative insurance solutions while leveraging a proprietary training program f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine product marketing by crafting clear messaging and positioning. Collaborate across teams to understand customer needs and market dynamics, driving impactful product launches and sales enablem...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of vendor payments by leading complex financial workflows, enhancing payment efficiency, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic, tech-driven SaaS environment. Collaborate with cross-fun...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Deliver impactful project leadership in a multi-phase AI integration program, ensuring timely execution and alignment with strategic goals while fostering collaboration across technical and leadership...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex marine inspection projects, ensuring technical excellence and strong client relationships while mentoring staff and managing multi-disciplinary teams across div...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion the sales enablement strategy, crafting systems, processes, and training that empower the sales organization to excel and establish repeatable success in a collaborative environment...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $160K *

Accelerate product development by managing the software lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance user experience and meet stakeholder needs...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $190K *

Lead the charge in managing the software development lifecycle for innovative products, leveraging low-code platforms to enhance user experience and drive strategic initiatives across cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Deliver strategic, integrated marketing campaigns across multiple business units, leveraging collaboration and analytics to drive growth, optimize performance and achieve measurable business outcomes...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $258K *

Join our team to shape the future of the Vercel Dashboard, enhancing user interactions and driving proactive solutions. Be a pivotal force in transforming a passive experience into an engaging platfor...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $124K *

Transform product strategies and drive growth by managing the P&L for Circular Saw Blades and Bonded Abrasives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to launch innovative products and enhance market...

Connecticut, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $285K *

Shape the future of corporate strategy by leading M&A initiatives, conducting market research, and providing strategic recommendations to drive growth and innovation in the AI-powered DevSecOps landsc...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $209K *

Drive the future of device software as a hands-on technical lead, overseeing architecture and delivery for a team of firmware engineers. Own critical subsystems, ensuring safety and performance while...

Philadelphia, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.