Find Design Director jobs that match your experience leading creative teams, shaping design strategy, and delivering thoughtful customer experiences. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles across product design, UX, brand, and creative leadership.
Design Directors set the vision and standards for design across a team, product, or organization. They guide designers and creative partners, connect user and business needs, and work with executives and cross-functional leaders to bring ideas from strategy through execution. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on digital products, user experience, visual identity, marketing, or a combination of disciplines.
Employers often look for a strong design portfolio, experience managing and developing teams, and the ability to communicate design decisions to stakeholders. Common strengths include design strategy, visual and interaction design, user research, prototyping, creative direction, and collaboration with product, engineering, and marketing teams. The right background varies by industry and the scope of the role.
Design Director positions are available in sectors such as technology, media, consumer products, finance, and healthcare. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, company environments, and compensation, and identify opportunities suited to your leadership experience. Ladders focuses on vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced professionals find their next career move.
Senior Software Engineer, Native Editor Platform
$115K - $219K *
Transform the Unity Editor by developing cross-platform API abstractions using modern C++. Collaborate with seasoned engineers to enhance user experiences across Windows, macOS, and Linux while mainta...
2 days ago
Director, AI Solutions Strategy & Planning
$206K - $261K *
Accelerate the commercialization of AI-driven solutions by leading strategy and planning efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to define go-to-market frameworks, enhance retailer experiences, and dr...
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Director, AI Solutions Strategy & Planning
$234K - $247K *
Join a dynamic team to shape AI-driven solutions for retailers, defining go-to-market strategies and driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance product offerings and market impact...
3 weeks ago
Software Engineering Manager, Billing
$150K - $180K *
Champion the evolution of our billing systems by leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive strategy, ensure accuracy, and collaborate across departments to enhance customer trust as we scale our usage...
1 week ago
$135K - $160K *
Champion regulatory strategy and lead insurance affairs, engaging with regulators and advising clients on AI and imagery use. Build a robust filing program and ensure compliance while shaping industry...
2 weeks ago
Director/Senior Director, CMC Quality Operations
$200K - $290K *
Contribute to the advancement of cancer therapies by managing analytical development and quality control operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and collaborating across teams to en...
3 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Empower cross-functional collaboration by aligning technology with business priorities. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance cybersecurity compliance, and foster trusted relationships to optimize ente...
1 week ago
$135K - $160K *
Unlock potential by serving as a strategic liaison between Finance, Facilities, and Supply Chain functions and IT, ensuring alignment of technology capabilities with business priorities and driving su...
1 week ago
Director Planning & Procurement Domestic Operations
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of procurement and planning by leading fiber sourcing, production planning, and inventory strategy across multiple facilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cost...
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Staff Product Manager, Agentic Planning
$168K - $285K *
Elevate the future of software planning by leading a team that integrates human and AI collaboration. Shape product direction, connect work to business priorities, and drive strategic decisions in a d...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in innovative interior design solutions for government projects, ensuring compliance and functionality across diverse spaces. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver exceptional desig...
1 week ago
$210K - $300K *
Transform the future of data architecture by leading the design and implementation of scalable big data solutions, ensuring data integrity and optimizing management processes to meet business objectiv...
2 days ago
$110K *
Elevate channel strategy and partner relationships to drive revenue growth, enhance market positioning, and ensure effective collaboration across teams, while managing negotiations and performance met...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in overseeing high-impact projects, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering strong customer relationships while ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering measurab...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$111K - $167K *
Empower your career by leading the development of analytical tools that enhance decision-making across the organization. Drive data-driven insights and foster collaboration to build robust Power BI so...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $143K *
Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies for a digital platform, driving partner engagement and business growth through compelling storytelling and strategic positio...
3 weeks ago
Director of Business Development
$125K - $150K *
Drive growth by cultivating owner relationships and securing management agreements in multifamily and hospitality sectors, enhancing market presence and collaboration with internal teams...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Strategist, Paid Search B2B
$82K - $106K *
Advance your career by leading B2B paid search strategies and driving client growth through data-driven insights, performance management, and effective cross-team collaboration in a dynamic marketing...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $145K *
Strategize initiatives to enhance workforce alignment and Agile practices, driving high performance in IT services for federal clients while fostering a collaborative culture and supporting strategic...
1 week ago
Director - QualityOne Strategy Operations
$125K - $300K *
Champion strategic growth by partnering with executive leadership to drive operational excellence, enhance data integrity, and lead cross-functional initiatives that propel business expansion and prod...
1 week ago
$183K - $229K *
Drive operational excellence as a senior leader, overseeing market performance, managing physician and payer partnerships, and executing strategic plans to achieve financial and clinical targets in a...
2 weeks ago
Director, Infrastructure Engineering
$170K - $250K *
Help us build a high-performing infrastructure team that drives operational excellence and reliability. Lead a diverse group of engineers, manage budgets, and modernize technology while collaborating...
3 weeks ago
Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) Lead
$198K - $230K *
Drive innovation in metabolic health by integrating clinical expertise with cutting-edge technology, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance product offerings that support health insights in a dyn...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$171K - $261K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to enhance product marketing efforts, driving impactful sales and marketing campaigns. Contribute to messaging, launches, and customer insights while gaining ownersh...
4 days ago
$125K - $190K *
Champion product marketing initiatives by enhancing messaging, executing launches, and driving customer engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize the buying journey and deliver i...
4 days ago
What does a Design Director do?
A Design Director establishes design direction, leads and develops creative teams, and partners with other departments to deliver products, experiences, or brand work aligned with user needs and business goals.
What qualifications are common for Design Director jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek substantial design experience, a strong portfolio, leadership or team-management experience, and the ability to guide strategy and communicate with senior stakeholders.
What types of Design Director roles are available?
Openings may focus on product design, user experience (UX), brand, visual design, creative direction, or broader design leadership across multiple teams.
How can I find Design Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Design Director listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its compensation details, responsibilities, and qualifications.