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Lead Product Developer jobs are open across consumer goods, tech, healthcare, and manufacturing, from mid-level to principal and director, with specializations in hardware development, software product management, and go-to-market strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description and Requirements
- Lead and successfully design, develop, test, maintain and deliver Db2 Products, product lines and solutions using C, C++, HLASM etc.
- Design, Code and fix bugs of very complex Db2 Product solutions.
- Produce a range of high-quality design options, reflecting a wide breadth of technical knowledge and insight. Conduct code and design reviews.
- Evaluate changes introduced by IBM Db2, assess product impact, Maintain current knowledge of Db2 technologies, mainframe environments, industry trends, and related software technologies.
- Work directly with global clients on complex product issues/escalations.
- Mentor/provide technical guidance to the development team.
- 6 -10 years of experience with z/OS Environment (including structure and logic), working in Db2 internals, z/OS Internals.
- 6 -10 years of experience in IBM coding and development, including extensive development experience using C, C++ programming languages. (system-side development – not only applications development), Good handle on HLASM, CLIST, JCL.
- Strong experience working with JES2. Experience with IBM Mainframe environment (TSO/ISPF, JCL, Db2, VSAM etc.).
- Dump reading analysis is critical using IPCS, XDC etc.
- Experience in developing working code utilizing low-level operating system functions to accomplish a desired task.
- Experience creating functional designs/specifications from business requirements.
- In-depth experience in troubleshooting complex problems at application and systems levels.
- Self-starter with ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.
- Adoption of AI-assisted development practices across the Product Development Lifecycle (PDLC), leveraging tools such as Cursor.ai to improve productivity, code quality, design efficiency, and development velocity.
- Utilize Cursor.ai to accelerate software design, code generation, unit test creation, debugging, refactoring, code reviews, and technical documentation activities.
- Knowledge of Source code management tools like BMC Code pipeline, GitHub
- IBM z/OSMF workflows
- SMP/e knowledge is a plus.
- DUMP Reading
- Knowledge of Mainframe Db2 & z/OS System Administration and Mainframe Db2 Product support knowledge
Our commitment to you!
BMC’s culture is built around its people. We have 6000+ brilliant minds working together across the globe. You won’t be known just by your employee number, but for your true authentic self. BMC lets you be YOU!
If after reading the above, You’re unsure if you meet the qualifications of this role but are deeply excited about BMC and this team, we still encourage you to apply! We want to attract talents from diverse backgrounds and experience to ensure we face the world together with the best ideas!
BMC is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status as a protected veteran. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page.
The annual base salary range represents the low and high end of the BMC salary range for this position. Actual salaries depend on a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training, licensure, and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
The range listed is just one component of BMC's employee compensation package. Other rewards may include a variable plan and country specific benefits.
At BMC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at /near the top of the range. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $114,525 - $190,875
Basic Information
Description and Requirements
- Lead and successfully design, develop, test, maintain and deliver Db2 Products, product lines and solutions using C, C++, HLASM etc.
- Design, Code and fix bugs of very complex Db2 Product solutions.
- Produce a range of high-quality design options, reflecting a wide breadth of technical knowledge and insight. Conduct code and design reviews.
- Evaluate changes introduced by IBM Db2, assess product impact, Maintain current knowledge of Db2 technologies, mainframe environments, industry trends, and related software technologies.
- Work directly with global clients on complex product issues/escalations.
- Mentor/provide technical guidance to the development team.
- 6 -10 years of experience with z/OS Environment (including structure and logic), working in Db2 internals, z/OS Internals.
- 6 -10 years of experience in IBM coding and development, including extensive development experience using C, C++ programming languages. (system-side development – not only applications development), Good handle on HLASM, CLIST, JCL.
- Strong experience working with JES2. Experience with IBM Mainframe environment (TSO/ISPF, JCL, Db2, VSAM etc.).
- Dump reading analysis is critical using IPCS, XDC etc.
- Experience in developing working code utilizing low-level operating system functions to accomplish a desired task.
- Experience creating functional designs/specifications from business requirements.
- In-depth experience in troubleshooting complex problems at application and systems levels.
- Self-starter with ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.
- Adoption of AI-assisted development practices across the Product Development Lifecycle (PDLC), leveraging tools such as Cursor.ai to improve productivity, code quality, design efficiency, and development velocity.
- Utilize Cursor.ai to accelerate software design, code generation, unit test creation, debugging, refactoring, code reviews, and technical documentation activities.
- Knowledge of Source code management tools like BMC Code pipeline, GitHub
- IBM z/OSMF workflows
- SMP/e knowledge is a plus.
- DUMP Reading
- Knowledge of Mainframe Db2 & z/OS System Administration and Mainframe Db2 Product support knowledge
Our commitment to you!
BMC’s culture is built around its people. We have 6000+ brilliant minds working together across the globe. You won’t be known just by your employee number, but for your true authentic self. BMC lets you be YOU!
If after reading the above, You’re unsure if you meet the qualifications of this role but are deeply excited about BMC and this team, we still encourage you to apply! We want to attract talents from diverse backgrounds and experience to ensure we face the world together with the best ideas!
BMC is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, age, sex, creed, color, religion, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, disabled veteran or status as a protected veteran. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, visit the accommodation request page.
The annual base salary range represents the low and high end of the BMC salary range for this position. Actual salaries depend on a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training, licensure, and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
The range listed is just one component of BMC's employee compensation package. Other rewards may include a variable plan and country specific benefits.
At BMC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at /near the top of the range. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $114,525 - $190,875
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Fashion & Apparel
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Banking & Financial Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead product developer jobs.
- 5 or more years of product development experience with at least one full launch cycle
- Proficiency in agile or scrum methodologies and cross-functional sprint planning
- Experience with product roadmapping tools such as Aha, Productboard, or Jira
- Demonstrated ability to lead product discovery, user research, and requirements definition
- Strong data analysis skills using tools such as SQL, Tableau, or Looker
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, design, business, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Lead Product Developer Job Search
Tailor your resume to development lifecycle ownership
Lead product developer roles require demonstrated ownership of a product from concept through launch. Your resume should map specific projects to phases you owned, not just contributed to. Generic product experience gets filtered out fast at this level.
Show cross-functional leadership without a direct report count
Many lead product developer postings expect you to influence engineering, design, and commercial teams without formal authority. Document moments where you drove decisions across functions. Hiring managers scan for this pattern specifically.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead product developer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies at a product maturity stage that fits you
Early-stage companies want someone who can build from scratch. Growth-stage companies need process and scale. Your materials should signal which environment you thrive in, not present a generic readiness to work anywhere.
Prepare a portfolio entry for a failed product decision
Interviewers for lead roles routinely ask about a product bet that did not pay off. Having a specific, honest example ready, with what you learned and what you changed afterward, signals maturity that junior-level candidates can't fake.
Negotiate scope before negotiating anything else
At the lead level, your first negotiation should clarify what products, teams, and decisions you will own. Titles and compensation mean less if the actual scope is narrower than the posting implied, so get clarity in the offer conversation.
Lead Product Developer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead product developers?
The companies hiring the most lead product developers right now include Capital One, Google, and Information Technology Senior Management Forum, with the largest share of openings in California, Washington, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in technology, healthcare, and consumer goods sectors.
How many lead product developer jobs are remote?
About 75% of lead product developer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability higher in software and digital product roles than in hardware, manufacturing, or physical consumer goods development, where on-site collaboration with engineering and operations teams is typically required.
How do you become a lead product developer?
Start by building end-to-end ownership of at least one product from ideation through launch in an individual contributor role. Develop fluency in product strategy, user research, and technical constraints so you can credibly lead engineers and designers. Seek projects where you coordinate across functions without formal authority, then apply to lead roles once you can clearly articulate the business outcomes you drove.
Can you get a lead product developer job without prior lead experience?
Yes, but you need to close the gap with demonstrated scope, not just years on the job. Hiring managers look for candidates who informally led a product area, mentored junior team members, or drove a cross-functional initiative without a formal title. Build a case study showing a decision you owned end-to-end, and apply to companies where the product team is small enough that lead responsibilities are within reach for strong senior candidates.
What does the lead product developer interview process look like?
Most lead product developer interview processes include an initial recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on past product ownership, a portfolio or case study presentation to a cross-functional panel, and a final round with senior leadership or a general manager. Some companies add a written product strategy exercise. The portfolio stage is typically where candidates are differentiated, so prepare a detailed walkthrough of a product you led from problem definition through market release.
Where can I find and apply to lead product developer jobs?
You can find and apply to lead product developer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing.
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