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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$80K - $95K *

Champion project success by managing timelines, coordinating orders, and ensuring seamless communication between customers and shop personnel. Drive efficiency in equipment training and documentation...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as you lead diverse capital projects, ensuring timely execution and effective communication across teams. Utilize your technical expertise to drive customer satisfaction and coor...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $90K *

Empower our product's journey by collaborating with leadership and teams to prioritize customer needs, manage the backlog, and drive successful launches. Your role will be pivotal in scaling our advis...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $90K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of our Advisory platform. As a Product Manager, you'll drive product strategy, prioritize customer needs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure su...

Philadelphia, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive product strategy and lifecycle management for diverse LED product families, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify market needs, execute pricing strategies, and enhance product of...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining product innovation by driving the development of cutting-edge hardware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to enhance consumer experiences and propel a w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive your career with impactful leadership in large-scale public-sector construction projects. Oversee project lifecycles, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while fostering collaboration among di...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $180K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leading the strategy for data flow and personalization in our ecommerce ecosystem. Influence stakeholders and shape the roadmap for impactful product value thro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse teams in a dynamic retail environment. Drive member satisfaction, foster a culture of collaboration, and implement innovative strategies to enhance operational effi...

2 days ago

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

$75K - $106K *

Support the development and launch of innovative beauty products by collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring quality standards are met throughout the product lifecyc...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to setting the technical direction for bags and accessories, ensuring design intent meets production standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by leading complex, multi-channel projects. Drive strategic execution and financial stewardship while building strong partnerships to deliver quality outcomes across diverse init...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Sales Development efforts, driving pipeline growth through strategic outbound and inbound initiatives. Foster team development while engaging directly with key accounts to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform your career by leading complex programs and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize project execution, enhance customer satisfaction, and ensure al...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $155K *

Lead the charge in transforming global knowledge management for Consumer Affairs. Drive strategy, implement AI-optimized solutions, and foster a culture of collaboration to enhance operational efficie...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Transform the insurance landscape by leading data product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, define product vision, and ensure alignment with business...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating baby care products by formulating new solutions, conducting experiments, and providing technical support throughout the product lifecycle while ensuring comp...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $215K *

Empower your career by leading a diverse team in advancing trapped-ion quantum computing. Drive system design, mentor talent, and enhance development processes while collaborating with technical and p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead engineering projects from concept to production, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage schedules, budgets, and customer communications while driv...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower the enterprise by leading the development of trusted, AI-ready data products that enhance analytics and reporting while ensuring data governance and quality across a crucial portfolio of workf...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$350K - $400K *

Partner with us to drive innovative research into actionable product insights. Act as a pivotal liaison, ensuring alignment among teams to optimize model behavior, and prioritize user needs while main...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Architect a unified data platform by defining its vision and roadmap. Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to ensure alignment and drive platform adoption while managing data governanc...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $158K *

Join us to drive the storeLink ESL roadmap, enhancing retail efficiency through strategic product management and collaboration across teams to deliver innovative digital signage solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical aspects of laser diode products, ensuring quality and performance. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to drive product success and improvements through...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.