▼8%
C$110,000
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$71k
MEDIAN
CA$110k
90%
CA$155k
The average salary for a Product Development Director is C$110,000 in 2025
Base Salary
C$71k - C$155k
Bonus
C$10k - C$20k
Total Pay
C$84k - C$180k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Product Development Directors?
What Do Product Development Directors Do?
Product Development Director Tasks
- Review new product ideas, present them to management, and work with other departments to determine feasibility.
- Determine the cost of production.
- Conduct market research to determine consumer needs and identify competitors.
- Ensure products are produced according to design, quality, and price specifications.
- Supervise product development process, coordinating department objectives and schedules.
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Common Health Benefits for a Product Development Director
Medical
82%
Dental
73%
Vision
64%
None
18%
Gender Breakdown for Product Development Directors
Female
66.7%
Male
33.3%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Product Development Directors
What is the highest pay for Product Development Directors?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Product Development Director is CA$155k / year
What is the lowest pay for Product Development Directors?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Product Development Director is CA$71k / year
How can Product Development Directors increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Product Development Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Product Development Director that oversees more junior Product Development Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.