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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$113K - $150K *

Lead the definition and governance of Food Safety & Quality specifications across North America, ensuring product compliance and excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive inn...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $169K *

Transform the beverage industry with strategic leadership in market development, innovation, and customer engagement. Drive growth by leveraging market insights, developing product solutions, and fost...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$160K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in data and analytics. As a Software Product Manager, you'll manage software products and data assets, translating business needs into actionable plans while coll...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Join our Data and Analytics team to manage software products that unlock business opportunities. Collaborate across departments to drive product lifecycle success and enhance data-driven decision-maki...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing software products and data assets to unlock business opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the product lifecycle and ensure alignment with organiz...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Champion innovative software solutions by managing product lifecycles, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving data-driven decision-making to unlock business opportunities and enhance o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by managing software products and data assets to drive business opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution throughout the product lifecycle...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by managing software products and data assets to drive business opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution throughout the product lifecycle...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Champion the software product lifecycle by managing data assets and driving business opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution and delivery of innovative so...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

Pioneer a unified ecommerce experience by leading product strategy and team development. Drive measurable outcomes through innovative shopping journeys, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $148K *

Elevate your career by leading complex R&D projects in orthopaedics. Drive cross-functional teams from concept to launch, ensuring compliance and innovation in medical device development. Your experti...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $148K *

Drive complex R&D projects from initiation to launch, leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development in the orthopedic medical device sector. Utilize strong leadership and com...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Innovate and lead product strategy for a cutting-edge SaaS platform, guiding cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional solutions that meet customer needs and drive market success. Collaborate clos...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $226K *

Shape the future of communication technology by leading a dynamic team in the development of cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. Collaborate across functions to drive innovation and ensure successfu...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $226K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to lead the development of cutting-edge communication semiconductor devices. Oversee design, mentor engineers, and collaborate across functions to deliver high-performan...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $105K *

Drive product innovation and cross-functional collaboration to enhance market-leading solutions. Engage with stakeholders, manage product lifecycles, and analyze trends to optimize strategies in a fas...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $280K *

Drive impactful marketing strategies by owning messaging for finance teams, translating feedback into campaigns, launching products, and leading content creation across various channels to optimize en...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower product delivery for a life sciences IoT platform by collaborating with stakeholders and engineering teams. Drive product vision, prioritize features, and ensure successful outcomes through Ag...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving product change initiatives and enhancing PLM and ERP processes. Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring effective communication and compliance while minimizing disruptions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $110K *

Lead the management of production orders, ensuring timely delivery of quality goods while optimizing vendor relationships and production standards across multiple categories and teams...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $165K *

Drive product discovery and delivery initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to modernize client applications and enhance business strategies while ensuring alignment and value-driven o...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by driving strategy and monetization for a portfolio of 25+ mobile apps. Utilize data analytics to optimize user retention and conversion, while collaborating with marketing to enh...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing team of electrical design engineers, ensuring quality and timely delivery of low and medium-voltage switchgear projects while fostering collaboration an...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join us in revolutionizing construction accounting by leading product initiatives that deliver AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with a talented team to shape the future of our platform, enhancing effi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of GenAI product development in enterprise software. Collaborate with teams and customers to create secure, user-friendly solutions that meet evolving AI and security standards. Drive...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.