Development Manager Jobs in Kansas

Development Manager jobs in Kansas are concentrated in Wichita, Overland Park, and Kansas City, where employers like Cerner (now Oracle Health), Spirit AeroSystems, and Koch Industries maintain substantial operations and hire development managers at every level from team lead to senior director. Demand is strongest in software product development, real estate and community development, and talent and organizational development, reflecting the state's blend of technology, aerospace, and diversified corporate headquarters. Kansas companies consistently look for candidates who can own project pipelines, manage cross-functional teams, and drive measurable outcomes. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles31
Top employerCVS Health
Top cityOverland Park, KS
Cities hiring11
Work type35% Remote
Top industryTelecommunications

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Faith Technologies Incorporated
Workforce Development Manager
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Faith Technologies Incorporated
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Workforce Development Manager
Faith Technologies Incorporated
Olathe, Kansas
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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BS&A Software
Manager, Business Development
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BS&A Software
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Manager, Business Development
BS&A Software
Kansas
Business Operations
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
51-200

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Blusky Restoration Contractors, LLC
Business Development Manager
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Blusky Restoration Contractors, LLC
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Business Development Manager
Blusky Restoration Contractors, LLC
Kansas City, Kansas
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$70k - $105k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business administration
1,001-5,000

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Circuit Spring
Technical Business Development Manager PCBA
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Circuit Spring
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Technical Business Development Manager PCBA
Circuit Spring
Lenexa, Kansas
Sales
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
11-50

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BNSF Railway
Mgr Org Development
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Mgr Org Development
BNSF Railway
Overland Park, Kansas
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Project & Program Management
Learning & Development
Project Management
$110k - $123k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Development Manager Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Overland Park
11 jobs
Topeka
3 jobs
Wichita
2 jobs
Kansas City
2 jobs
Colby
1 job
Lenexa
1 job
Olathe
1 job
Salina
1 job
Fairway
1 job

Development Manager Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

CVS Health
CVS Health3 open roles
T
Trevant2 open roles
Shamrock Trading Corporation
Shamrock Trading Corporation2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation & Logistics

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in development manager jobs across Kansas.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, computer science, or a related field required
  • Five or more years of progressive experience managing development projects or teams
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver projects on time
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project
  • Strong communication skills for reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders
  • Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies in a Kansas-based or regional organization

Development Manager Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a development manager in Kansas?

Most development managers in Kansas enter the role by first building several years of experience as an individual contributor, then moving into team lead or project lead positions before stepping up to management. A bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, engineering, or a related field is the standard baseline for Kansas employers. Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or a Scrum Master credential meaningfully strengthen a candidacy, and large Kansas employers in aerospace, technology, and financial services typically require one before promoting to a full management title.

How much do development managers make in Kansas?

Development managers in Kansas earn a median of about $131,710 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,710 for the lowest 10% to over $215,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire development managers in Kansas?

Companies currently hiring development managers in Kansas include CVS Health, Trevant, and Shamrock Trading Corporation, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Kansas's combination of aerospace, technology, and corporate headquarters creates steady and varied demand for development managers at multiple levels.

Which Kansas cities have the most development manager jobs?

Overland Park, Kansas, and Topeka consistently post the most development manager openings in Kansas. Wichita's aviation and manufacturing base drives demand for technical and product development managers, Overland Park attracts technology and financial services employers who need software development leaders, and Kansas City benefits from its large corporate and healthcare presence on both sides of the state line.

Are there remote development manager jobs in Kansas?

Yes, and more than many fields, because development management often centers on coordination, planning, and communication that translates well to remote tools. About 71% of development manager openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the remote share highest in software and product development roles. On-site requirements are more common when the role involves managing physical teams in manufacturing or construction-adjacent development functions.

How can I get hired as a development manager in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a project coordinator, business analyst, or team lead role into a junior or associate development manager position. Large Kansas employers like Evergy, BCBS of Kansas City, and Garmin's Olathe campus periodically post associate manager and development coordinator roles specifically designed for candidates building toward full management. Building a PMP or Certified Scrum Master credential before you apply signals readiness to Kansas hiring managers even without direct management experience, and it often substitutes for a year or two of seniority.

Where can I find and apply to development manager jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to development manager jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings across industries and cities. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and goals, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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