Design Director Jobs

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.

What Does a Design Director Do?

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.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

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.

Explore Design Director Career Opportunities

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.

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$189K - $246K *

Champion strategic growth by leading M&A initiatives, integrating acquisitions, and driving value creation through effective governance and executive communication. Collaborate with leadership to shap...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead and develop engineering teams focused on clinical data integration and insights. Drive the direction of data pipelines and ensure impactful, equitable health outcomes through effective collaborat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $167K *

Shape the future of mission-critical facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with design and project management teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Lead engineering efforts by writing production code and mentoring a team. Drive modernization initiatives through Java microservices while managing performance and growth of engineers. Collaborate wit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $290K *

Transform the landscape of Federal initiatives by leading strategic operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams to drive impactful results and enhance customer satisfacti...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform the Digital Engagement portfolio by leading technical initiatives, driving scalable architectures, and mentoring engineering teams to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that enhance c...

Manitoba, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate customer journey operations by driving scalable processes and systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer success, technical support, and partner engagement, ensuring effici...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $250K *

Transform client engagement and product marketing strategies to drive global expansion. Collaborate across teams to craft compelling narratives, enhance customer journeys, and position the brand as a...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $190K *

Shape the future of search by designing intuitive, engaging experiences that enhance user interactions and drive revenue. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create a seamless journey for neigh...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining construction technology by architecting scalable, reliable systems that integrate cutting-edge AI and computer vision. Collaborate across disciplines to drive innovation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Shape innovative cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure security, scalability, and efficiency in store technology operations. Elevate performance th...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$180K - $220K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic growth and operational excellence across Employee Benefits and Property & Casualty practices. Drive brand visibility, client engagement, and a high-performance...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $135K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance accessibility in assessment content. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to shape strategies and standards, ensuring compliance with accessibility guidelines whil...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Shape strategic value engagements with key customers, delivering impactful ROI models and financial frameworks. Collaborate across teams to influence high-value deals and serve as a trusted advisor th...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise strategy by driving positioning and vertical plays in the media and publishing sector. Collaborate closely across teams to craft narratives that convert and differentiat...

Raleigh, NCRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading GTM enablement initiatives that equip sales and marketing teams with essential training, certifications, and resources to drive success in a rapidly scaling organizati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$200K *

Drive your career by leading technical architecture and AI tooling development in a dynamic company transitioning to multi-platform solutions. Collaborate with teams, mentor talent, and engage with en...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $170K *

Transform enterprise software systems by leading design and development efforts, ensuring scalable, secure applications that meet federal mission needs while mentoring engineers and driving best pract...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $235K *

Drive your career with impactful cross-functional programs, leading initiatives from planning to launch. Collaborate with diverse teams to navigate complexity, ensuring successful delivery and continu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$184K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving the vision and strategy for innovative products that empower independent candidates and enhance user engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $169K *

Transform the Coca-Cola business by managing bottler partnerships, driving strategic planning, and ensuring operational excellence. Lead initiatives that enhance franchise capabilities and foster sust...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $200K *

Create and evolve a distinctive visual identity that resonates across all platforms. Collaborate with teams to translate complex ideas into compelling designs, ensuring a cohesive brand experience tha...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team of Project Managers to deliver large-scale data center fit-out projects, ensuring compliance with standards while enhancing customer experience and foste...

Dallas, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support project management for retail bank construction, overseeing all phases from planning to completion. Engage with clients, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while conducting site visits acro...

Fort Lauderdale, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of software engineering by leading architectural decisions, driving product modernization, and enhancing operational excellence while mentoring others and foste...

Nashville, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Design Director do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.