As a product developer, you are responsible for the planning, development and market launch of new products. This includes creating concepts, designing prototypes and working with various departments to ensure that the products meet the requirements of the target group and are of high quality. Product developers often work in interdisciplinary teams and must combine creative and technical skills to find innovative solutions.
A career in product development generally requires a university degree in a relevant field such as engineering, product design, mechanical engineering or business administration. In addition, practical experience through internships or working student activities in product development is an advantage. Some companies also prefer additional qualifications in project management or specific software applications.
There are many career opportunities in product development. After starting as a product developer, you can progress to become a project manager, product manager or even a manager in R&D (research and development). It is also possible to move into related areas such as marketing or sales in order to apply your product knowledge in other functions.
