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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$92K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team of Client Contract Managers to optimize renewal strategies, drive retention, and enhance operational excellence through effective leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Ele...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving digital growth across multiple e-commerce brands by managing paid media initiatives. Oversee and optimize a multimillion-dollar advertising budget while leveraging various p...

Bohemia, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative applications that empower network teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centric solutions, transforming complex data into i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $186K *

Transform production processes by overseeing projects from development to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure creative, budget, and compliance standards are met while maintaini...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Yesterday

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

$178K - $195K *

Lead critical recovery and rebuild projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and stakeholder needs while coordinating with various agencies and contractors in a fas...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $125K *

Lead and develop a high-performing Solution Consulting team, driving strategic engagements and delivering impactful product demonstrations to agency and brokerage clients. Collaborate cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Analyze product performance and financial metrics to drive strategic investments. Take ownership of P&L reporting, financial modeling, and data analysis to support executive decision-making and enhanc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Transform user experiences by leading design initiatives that enhance digital interactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive solutions, advocate for user-centered practices...

Grimes, IARemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead mechanical design and performance, bridging engineering and product teams. Drive innovation in HVAC and cooling solutions, ensuring optimal integration and customer sat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$285K - $320K *

Lead the charge in delivering Honeycomb Private Cloud, driving product growth, and collaborating across teams to enhance operational processes while building a high-performing engineering team to supp...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Join a team that's driving global sales growth by managing distributor networks and key accounts. This role blends strategic channel management with customer engagement, facilitating partnerships that...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic fintech company by spearheading partnerships that enhance global payment solutions. Shape the future of money movement by driving revenue through strategic collaborati...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $218K *

Reimagine healthcare by shaping partnerships that drive innovative virtual-first care solutions. As a Senior Product Manager, you will bridge product and commercial teams, enhancing member engagement...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $138K *

Elevate product strategy and delivery in a scaled Agile framework, ensuring business value through effective collaboration, backlog management, and strategic execution across Agile Release Trains for...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $352K *

Shape the future of marketing compliance by leading automation initiatives, overseeing review processes, and driving collaboration across teams. This hands-on role combines strategic oversight with di...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $196K *

Drive innovation in healthcare technology as you collaborate with diverse teams to develop cutting-edge medical coding software, enhance chart confidence, and lead product management initiatives to im...

Utah, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product design by leading innovative initiatives, guiding cross-functional teams, and shaping user experiences from concept to delivery. Drive design excellence and foster a culture of feedbac...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $181K *

Transform your career with a strategic role managing contract manufacturing networks, optimizing operations and supplier relationships to drive cost efficiency and process improvement within a dynamic...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $178K *

Transform municipal services by leading complex projects and optimizing the Accela Civic Platform. Drive innovation in permitting and development processes while ensuring compliance and enhancing cust...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $145K *

Unlock innovative fulfillment solutions by leading cross-functional teams to enhance online retail capabilities. Drive strategic improvements in order completeness and inventory accuracy while collabo...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading complex enterprise projects, driving change, and optimizing client relationships. Collaborate across teams to identify opportunities and enhance project management proce...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $233K *

Architect the roadmap for our Business Technology Services and Workato platform, driving integration and automation across systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize demands, ensuring scalab...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $250K *

Transform client engagement and product marketing strategies to drive global expansion. Collaborate across teams to craft compelling narratives, enhance customer journeys, and position the brand as a...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $225K *

Optimize Shopify's checkout and post-purchase experiences by developing key features and tools. Collaborate with a small, autonomous team, tackling challenges across multiple systems with a focus on p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$136K - $170K *

Elevate the future of social technology by defining product vision and strategy. Lead cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions, enhance workflows, and influence key stakeholders in a dynam...

Maryland, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.