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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$138K - $165K *

Elevate your career by owning the go-to-market strategy for EPYC CPUs, driving product lifecycle management, and shaping the future of AI and high-performance computing in data centers. Collaborate ac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive the growth of medical computing product lines by managing lifecycle, marketing, and sales strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product value and market presence while s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project outcomes. Oversee all phases of project execution, from budgeting to stakeholder communication, while managing resources and ensuring adh...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead strategic product initiatives in advanced surgical technologies, driving development and commercialization efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance orthopedic outcomes and proc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform supply chain strategies by leading cross-functional teams to meet customer and business objectives, ensuring optimal inventory management and cost efficiency while fostering strong stakehold...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform project execution by leading capital initiatives, ensuring safety, compliance, and quality. Collaborate with teams to define project scopes, manage resources, and achieve milestones while ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $236K *

Champion innovative product management by guiding technical solutions from conception to launch, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance advertising technology and maximize business impact through...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in defining and launching innovative products, driving market growth through deep customer insights and strategic initiatives. Shape propositions, influence product development, and ex...

3 weeks ago

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

$76K - $111K *

Shape the future of automotive engineering by leading innovative projects, enhancing product quality, and collaborating across teams to ensure successful launches and compliance with industry standard...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $85K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead production operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet production goals a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Discover opportunities to innovate and lead a renowned isolation valve portfolio that drives critical infrastructure solutions globally, enhancing product strategy, market engagement, and cross-functi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by supporting product management for microoptics, driving sales and customer interactions globally. Collaborate with engineering and operations to deliver tailored solutions for marke...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $153K *

Lead strategic product initiatives, driving lifecycle management and marketing plans to enhance business performance in a dynamic market. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate and ensure alignmen...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $160K *

Advance the development of AI-driven solutions to combat digital threats through effective product management, ensuring alignment across teams and measurable impact on customer and business outcomes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead critical enterprise technology initiatives from planning to post-launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure successful project execution, adoption, and custom...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering construction projects successfully. As an owner's representative, you'll ensure quality and compliance while managing timelines and budgets. Grow your career...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$190K - $220K *

Shape the future of product design by leading a dynamic team, setting vision, and enhancing user experiences across platforms while driving design excellence and mentoring talent...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $154K *

Shape the future of AI by owning the enterprise context layer that empowers global AI agents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, governed, and timely context for enhanced oper...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$122K - $167K *

Shape the future of quality management by leading digital initiatives and analytics programs that enhance food safety and compliance. Collaborate across functions to drive strategic quality improvemen...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$137K - $176K *

Partner with us to shape the analytics roadmap, leading initiatives that drive product lifecycle decisions across merchandising, planning, and supply chain, while collaborating with cross-functional t...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the execution of complex capital projects, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and busi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $175K *

Transform customer experience by designing and delivering robust APIs and backend services. Own production features end-to-end, ensuring reliability and quality while collaborating with cross-function...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and optimize embedded software across platforms. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure seamless integration and lead projects using Agile methodologies. Driv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the development of innovative product strategies to enhance sales and profitability. Collaborate with vendors and sales teams to optimize offerings and drive market growth while analyzing trends...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive product strategy and execution in a dynamic B2B software environment. Collaborate with engineers and designers to simplify complex workflows, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes w...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.