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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$135K - $160K *

Explore exciting challenges in AI evaluation by developing frameworks and custom validators for cutting-edge machine learning applications. Collaborate to enhance the quality and reliability of AI age...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $150K *

Transform student engagement by developing impactful marketing campaigns and community initiatives across partner campuses. Drive enrollment and retention through strategic partnerships, innovative ou...

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

$55K - $140K *

Unlock potential by driving impactful paid search campaigns that enhance student enrollment. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance, analyze data, and implement strategies across multiple plat...

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1 week ago

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

$260K - $310K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading dual teams in the Clinical Division, driving technical excellence and career growth, while effectively managing product delivery and leveraging AI capabi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $180K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $186K *

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Explore new territories and drive growth by leading business development initiatives. You'll analyze customer needs, manage sales forecasts, and implement strategies to maximize revenue while providin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$68K - $105K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Deliver strategic business development initiatives, managing client relationships and driving growth across North America. Utilize strong leadership skills to enhance agency capabilities and maximize...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower customer success by managing strategic accounts, driving growth, and ensuring satisfaction. Build relationships, analyze data, and collaborate cross-functionally to exceed goals and mitigate r...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$147K - $250K *

Empower a dynamic sales team to drive growth in regional and community banks. Lead strategic initiatives, foster client relationships, and deliver innovative fintech solutions while achieving sales ex...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Drive the innovation of behavior planning systems for autonomous vehicles, owning key design and implementation tasks while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure peak performance in dyna...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$154K - $260K *

Develop AI-driven workflows to enhance CI/CD systems, ensuring safe, efficient software delivery. Collaborate with teams to reduce tech debt and improve production reliability while scaling engineerin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing strategic initiatives with precision. You will manage project logistics, streamline operations, and support executive decision-making, ensuring deadlines and...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$154K - $290K *

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Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $176K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional customer service by managing national accounts, driving sales growth, and fostering strong relationships. Collaborate with regional teams to enhance product visibility and ensure c...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$134K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading product strategy and execution in risk adjustment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational excellence and customer satisfaction while driving inno...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $155K *

Shape data-driven strategies as you lead a team in advanced analytics, collaborating with leadership to tackle complex business challenges and deliver actionable insights that drive measurable results...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.