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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$170K - $220K *

Shape the future of payouts by defining the vision and roadmap for a platform that ensures fast, reliable, and low-cost money transfers across various markets and payment methods, enhancing product ca...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $185K *

Drive the vision and roadmap for a cutting-edge Payouts Platform, ensuring fast, reliable, and cost-effective money transfers across diverse markets. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Transform product strategy and delivery within an AI-driven platform, focusing on intellectual property research. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify market opportunities and enhance c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovative product strategies and outcomes for a major AI platform, collaborating across teams and advocating for customer needs to enhance intellectual property workflows and product performanc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive product strategy for a leading AI-powered platform, overseeing end-to-end product management. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative solutions and achieve business outcomes, while...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career forward by leading product strategy for a unified AI platform, delivering innovative solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and achi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of product management by driving innovative strategies for a leading AI-powered platform. Lead cross-functional teams, enhance customer experiences, and deliver key business outcomes...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join us to steer product strategy and delivery for an AI-powered platform, shaping the future of intellectual property research. You'll manage cross-functional teams, ensuring innovation and client ad...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative product strategies for a unified AI platform, driving business outcomes and customer satisfaction through seamless cross-functional collaboration and market-dr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving innovative product development initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure project success from concept to mass production while maintaining accountability fo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $274K *

Lead and elevate a high-performing program management team, enhancing execution discipline and visibility across complex product-development initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $274K *

Join a dynamic team to lead program management, enhance execution discipline, and drive visibility across complex engineering initiatives while fostering a high-performing culture and stakeholder alig...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of SaaS and AI solutions by leading cross-functional teams, managing program lifecycles, and leveraging AI tools to enhance delivery efficiency and transparency across global oper...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to drive product initiatives from concept to launch, managing multiple projects across various technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $216K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic partnerships and negotiations in the connected entertainment sector. Drive innovation and optimize value through collaboration with top technology partners whi...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $125K *

Empower teams by leading project delivery from discovery to execution, ensuring alignment between scope, budget, and timelines. Manage stakeholders and drive Agile processes to achieve successful outc...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $215K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI infrastructure by managing R&D programs that evaluate and advance next-gen data center technologies, ensuring seamless collaboration across engineering and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $166K *

Advance engineering excellence by designing and releasing innovative propulsion thermal systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to meet program milestones and enhance component performance in a dynami...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $209K *

Lead the charge in product strategy and development, driving impactful outcomes through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Own the product lifecycle, balancing immediate needs with long-term g...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $133K *

Unlock potential by driving innovation in risk assessment platforms. Collaborate across teams to enhance product strategy, engage clients, and deliver high-value solutions that revolutionize digital u...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing initiatives for machine learning models and AI features. Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, monitor KPIs, and enhance data-driven decision-making...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing dealership performance through targeted training and development. Drive sales growth by improving the skills of Sales and F&I teams across your assigned regio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$159K - $254K *

Lead the strategy and execution of product development, driving impactful outcomes through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Own the product lifecycle, balancing immediate needs with long-ter...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $223K *

Join us to lead product strategy and development, driving impactful outcomes through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Own the product lifecycle, balancing immediate needs with long-term goal...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Manage and coordinate plant operations, ensuring efficient production, safety compliance, and continuous improvement while overseeing staff training and performance management to meet production goals...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.