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Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Working knowledge of HTML email development and digital marketing best practices. * Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple ...

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How much do digital development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for digital development manager in Santa Barbara, CA is $79,586.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,800.00 and $104,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a digital development manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver digital projects?

A Digital Development Manager works closely with a variety of teams, including design, marketing, IT, and product management, to ensure digital projects are delivered smoothly and meet business objectives. They facilitate clear communication between stakeholders, translate business requirements into technical specifications, and oversee project timelines and budgets. Regular meetings, agile methodologies, and collaboration tools are often used to keep everyone aligned and address challenges promptly. This collaborative environment helps ensure that projects are not only technically sound but also aligned with user needs and company goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a digital development manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Digital Development Manager, you need expertise in digital strategy, project management, and web or software development, typically supported by a relevant degree and experience in digital environments. Familiarity with tools like content management systems (CMS), analytics platforms, Agile methodologies, and certifications such as PMP or Scrum Master are highly valued. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help drive cross-functional teams and client relationships. These skills ensure effective project delivery, innovation, and alignment of digital solutions with business goals.

What is the difference between Digital Development Manager vs Digital Project Manager?

AspectDigital Development ManagerDigital Project Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees digital product development, manages teams, and aligns digital strategies with business goals.Plans, executes, and monitors specific digital projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.
Required SkillsTechnical knowledge, leadership, strategic planning, and team management.Project management, communication, organization, and stakeholder coordination.
CertificationsOften holds PMP, Agile, or Scrum certifications.Typically holds PMP or Agile certifications.
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with development teams, marketing, and executive leadership.Works closely with project teams, clients, and vendors.

The Digital Development Manager focuses on leading digital product development and strategic initiatives, while the Digital Project Manager manages specific digital projects from inception to completion. Both roles require project management skills and certifications, but the Development Manager has a broader strategic and leadership scope.

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Sr. Digital Product Manager, Account Management & Purchase Experience

Ventura, CA • On-site

Patagonia, Inc.
Retail • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Role: Sr. Digital Product Manager, Account Management & Purchase Experience
Team: Digital Product Development
Scope: Individual Contributor, P4
Years of Experience: 5+
Location: Ventura, CA (Hybrid)
Overview:
In this role, you will lead digital product work across Patagonia's account management and purchase experience; including account creation, login, preference center, cart, checkout, payment options, order history, order status, trade-in and returns. As the owner of account creation and management, you will be a key member of teams working on customer data strategy and personalization initiatives. You'll partner across Digital Product, Finance, UX, Analytics, and Technology teams to identify friction, prioritize opportunities, launch improvements, and measure impact. This role directly supports Patagonia's broader Digital goals to more deeply connect with our customers and deliver the most expansive expression of our brand in service of our mission to Save Our Home Planet.
What You'll Do
  • Own and evolve purchase product priorities, with a clear focus on creating a hassle-free, secure checkout and management of payment solutions.
  • Transform the My Account experience to efficiently guide customers to their desired actions and create a meaningful location for understanding your relationship with Patagonia.
  • Partner in strategies to collect and transform customer data into an insightful customer model with the intent to deliver a more authentic, personalized experience across all digital touchpoints.
  • Collaborate closely with Customer Business Technology teams, Finance, UX, Product Marketing, and Digital Studio to translate business needs into product improvements and executable plans.
  • Develop measurement frameworks for account management and purchase initiatives, including web analytics, customer data management, industry benchmarks, customer feedback, and lifetime value impact.
  • Use quantitative analysis to understand customer behavior and product performance, including conversion rate optimization, payment-method adoption, customer mix, average order value, and repeat/new customer trends.
  • Help shape and iterate on customer self-service digital experiences for post-purchase support, such as returns, cancelations, refunds and trade-ins.
  • Translate complex digital and operational issues into clear product requirements, concise write-ups, and coordinated work across technical and business partners.
  • Track outcomes, share insights, and use data to refine roadmap, prioritization, and future post-purchase opportunities.
  • Own and manage performance of metrics in key areas including, but not limited to, Cart to Checkout rate, Checkout Conversion rate, Failed Payment rate, Account Creation rate, and Order Cancelation rate.

Who You Are
  • Customer-centered: You focus on making purchase experiences more intuitive and personalized, especially in moments that can create friction or uncertainty for customers.
  • Analytical: You use data to identify patterns, validate decisions, and measure product impact.
  • Collaborative: You work effectively across cross-functional teams and know how to align technical, operational, and customer needs.
  • Structured: You can break down complex problems into clear priorities, requirements, and next steps.
  • Outcome-oriented: You care about measurable results, whether that's improving checkout efficiency, reducing friction, or increasing retained revenue.
  • Agile in your approach: You're comfortable iterating quickly, coordinating dependencies, and moving work forward in partnership with technical and business teams.
  • Mission-aligned: You're energized by digital product work that supports Patagonia's values and helps create better experiences for customers and the planet.

Experience You Bring
  • 5+ years of related experience, leading digital product work in ecommerce or similar customer-facing digital environments.
  • Strong product skills in areas such as digital product development, product road mapping, requirements gathering, backlog management, UX collaboration, and product testing.
  • Experience working on post-purchase or adjacent ecommerce experiences such as checkout, payments, order management, returns, refunds, or account/order-status flows.
  • Demonstrated ability to use quantitative and qualitative data to understand customer behavior and inform product decisions.
  • Experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders such as Finance, UX, analytics/insights, Product Marketing, and technology teams.
  • Familiarity with modern ecommerce systems and concepts, including payment processors, order/account experiences, returns workflows, and customer feedback loops.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to turn findings into priorities, reporting, and actionable product recommendations.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or relevant certifications in digital product development & management (such as CSPO, CPM, NPDP) are beneficial but not required.
  • Apparel and outdoor industry experience a major plus.

Hiring Range: $127,000 to $148,000 USD Annual
At Patagonia, pay ranges are assigned to a job based on the location specific market median of similar jobs according to 3rd party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary for several reasons including skills/capabilities, experience, and available budget.
Benefits
Patagonia offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement and leave of absence plans. Benefit plans may vary slightly depending on the nature of your employment.
Workplace Location Overview
This position is Hybrid, with a standard schedule of Tuesday - Thursday on-site at our Ventura, CA office and remote work on other days. Occasional additional office visits may be required for team events or critical meetings.
Employee Conduct
It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers and vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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