A professional who defines what software products should do and partners with engineering and design to deliver them.
What product managers do
Product managers identify customer problems, prioritize what to build, write specifications, coordinate teams of engineers and designers, and measure outcomes after launch. They communicate strategy to leadership and customers and balance competing demands.
Training path
Most US product managers hold a bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, or design, often paired with several years in engineering, consulting, marketing, or design. Many earn MBAs or technical credentials to support transitions into senior roles.
Practice areas
Specializations include consumer applications, enterprise software, platform and developer tools, growth, payments, marketplace, and machine learning products. Some product managers also own pricing, packaging, and go-to-market motion.
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