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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$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development of embedded firmware by leading a skilled team, ensuring high-quality delivery through collaboration, technical guidance, and disciplined execution aligned with product and bu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation and technical execution in product development, leading cross-functional teams to deliver world-class sporting goods. Own critical projects from concept to production, ensuring qualit...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as you lead complex projects from concept to launch, driving cross-functional collaboration and innovation in product development. Leverage your expertise to navigate challenges...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$155K - $165K *

Help us build and enhance our go-to-market launch system, driving customer engagement and adoption for impactful releases. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment and seamless communication...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance product development by collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage lifecycles, ensure compliance, and drive technology innovations for enhanced customer experience and market competiti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by managing the full lifecycle of hardware in data centers. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely availability of parts, maintain BOM accuracy, and drive operational efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing capital equipment initiatives, ensuring timely execution and budget adherence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to deliver exceptional results in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $142K *

Transform customer relationships by developing strategic plans that drive sales and achieve brand objectives. Collaborate across teams to leverage data insights and optimize performance for all produc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Champion product strategy and portfolio alignment, driving cross-functional collaboration to optimize lifecycle processes and enhance market responsiveness. Leverage insights to inform decisions and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Champion project success by leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant delivery while upholding health and safety standards. Drive operational improvements and foster a culture...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Optimize product offerings by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance existing insurance products. Drive strategic initiatives, manage project timelines, and ensure effective communicatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving global product success through innovation and collaboration. You'll develop and execute strategies, manage product lifecycles, and expand into new markets while optimizing p...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative mechanical manufacturing processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver exceptional design solutions in a dynamic, hands-on enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $295K *

Pioneer innovative fund data solutions by defining and executing product strategies that enhance transparency, usability, and client engagement across Bloomberg's public funds ecosystem, ensuring alig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $295K *

Transform the fund data landscape by defining and executing product strategies that enhance transparency, usability, and discoverability for public funds, ensuring alignment with client needs and mark...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive growth through market intelligence, analytics, and strategic partnerships. Leverage your expertise to shape actionable strategies and influence cross-functional collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Empower growth by leading market intelligence and analytics initiatives, driving strategic partnerships, and translating trends into actionable business strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to i...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $220K *

Shape the future of vehicle programs by managing schedules, risks, and cross-functional coordination. Ensure alignment between technical leadership and program commitments while providing clear update...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving digital transformation by enhancing online revenue and customer engagement. Lead product strategy, optimize user experiences, and collaborate across teams to elevate our dig...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Champion automotive engineering projects by leading product development activities, translating customer needs into specifications, and ensuring successful project execution while collaborating with a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Transform culinary trends into innovative food products by leading research and development efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-quality prototypes and solutions for food ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $200K *

Develop innovative data solutions by driving product strategy, overseeing execution, and collaborating across teams to enhance Capital Markets offerings for OTC derivatives and broking activities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.