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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$66K - $99K *

Unlock your potential as a Product Manager Intern, collaborating with teams to design AI-driven SaaS solutions. Gain hands-on experience in product development, from research to launch, while contribu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$107K - $179K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Treasury Management onboarding solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize user experiences and drive product strategy, ensuring alignment with busine...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Elevate project success by leading commercial mechanical construction initiatives. Manage resources, budgets, and client relationships to ensure timely delivery and high-quality outcomes across multip...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project success by managing commercial mechanical construction from planning to completion. Oversee budgets, schedules, and client relationships while ensuring safety and quality standards are...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion the execution of commercial mechanical projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while leading a dynamic team and fostering strong partnerships throughout...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead commercial mechanical construction projects, ensuring successful execution from planning to completion while managing budgets, resources, and client relationships for optim...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$169K - $211K *

Join a team that's redefining pet insurance by leading product strategy, market research, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive innovation and compliance while optimizing a competitive portfolio t...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$184K - $230K *

Manage the pet insurance product portfolio, driving strategy, development, and market positioning. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product offerings and ensure compliance while leveraging ma...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$169K - $211K *

Join a team that's redefining pet insurance by leading product strategy, market research, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive innovation and ensure compliance while delivering competitive, profi...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $178K *

Champion the execution of large-scale projects, driving strategic alignment and value realization while leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful outcomes and stakeholder engagement...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining web platform management by driving innovation and adoption. You'll translate stakeholder needs into actionable roadmaps, partner with engineering teams, and enhance platf...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$194K - $282K *

Join our team to define and optimize monetization strategies for Adobe's Creativity and Productivity segment, driving growth through innovative pricing, market analysis, and cross-functional collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $160K *

Deliver strategic transformation initiatives by leading program delivery, managing resources, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive operational excellence and stakeholder engagement w...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Champion global initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and engineering expertise to drive strategic success and foster strong partnerships across all or...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive New Product Development projects, ensuring effective scope, schedule, and cost management while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement across all stage...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Oversee and manage AI data operations programs, ensuring high-quality data for model training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and implement scalable solutions that align...

Menlo Park, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving AI innovation by managing data operations programs that enhance model training and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality data delivery for...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive innovative New Product Introductions by leading cross-functional teams, managing project timelines, and ensuring technical feasibility assessments. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize stra...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $161K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI technology by leading product strategy, engaging with customers, and driving innovative solutions in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Shape the future o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to redefine the in-vehicle setup experience, translating customer needs into a seamless onboarding journey. Lead product strategy and execution, ensuring intuitive interactions acr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the in-vehicle setup experience, driving product vision and strategy. Collaborate across teams to create intuitive onboarding journeys that prioritize customer needs and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $165K *

Lead cross-functional teams to optimize new product introduction, ensuring cost, quality, and schedule performance for programs up to $100M while driving operational efficiency and collaboration acros...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance Salesforce solutions, driving process improvements and operational excellence. Contribute hands-on to configuration, data management, and user adopti...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $185K *

Lead the charge in equipment engineering, balancing hands-on execution with strategic oversight to enhance manufacturing reliability and team performance in a fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance with budgets and schedules, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcomes in a dynamic envir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.