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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$107K - $157K *

Discover career advancement by leading and managing capital projects across North America's plant network, ensuring successful execution from planning through comprehensive reporting, while fostering...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by driving measurable growth through marketing initiatives. Collaborate with leadership and harmonize strategies across paid, organic, and product marketing efforts to achieve a...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Architect scalable provider programs by turning individual relationships into streamlined systems. Oversee the complete lifecycle, maintain compliance, and manage flagship programs while collaborating...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of engineering and product, ensuring strategic publishers successfully integrate and scale the in-app SDK, driving revenue through technical excellence and inno...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing a comprehensive value stream vision, driving cross-industry adoption through innovative workflows and AI-enabled experiences, while collaborating with industr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $334K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of AI solutions by driving market success for our Assistant portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user adoption and ensure seamless integr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $230K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in expanding market presence for antibody discovery solutions in Western North America. Drive strategic partnerships and revenue growth while ensuring exceptional client relations and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$103K - $195K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $192K *

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $255K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K *

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3 days ago

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

$116K - $144K *

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Richmond, VARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $195K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative fraud prevention products that seamlessly integrate into user workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, development, and marke...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$260K - $280K *

Innovate and lead the growth of a dynamic MSP/MSSP engineering team by driving scalable platform capabilities, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering a culture of quality and collaboration wit...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 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.