Explore Design Manager Jobs

Design Managers guide creative teams and shape products, services, and brand experiences. They connect design strategy with business goals, mentor designers, and collaborate with partners across product, engineering, marketing, and research. Explore vetted Design Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Design Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and specialty. Design Managers may set team priorities, oversee design systems and workflows, provide feedback on concepts, and ensure that work meets customer needs and quality standards. They also hire and develop talent, advocate for design in leadership discussions, and help teams deliver consistent results.

Common Design Manager Specialties

Roles may focus on product design, user experience (UX), user interface (UI), visual design, brand, or service design. Some managers lead a multidisciplinary team, while others concentrate on a particular product area or customer journey. Review each job description to understand the team's scope, reporting structure, and expectations.

Skills Employers Look For

Employers often seek people leadership, clear communication, strategic thinking, and a strong grasp of design principles and user-centered methods. Depending on the role, experience with prototyping, research, design systems, accessibility, and collaboration tools may be valuable. Familiarity with product development and the ability to connect design decisions to measurable outcomes can also help.

Find Your Next Design Leadership Role

Compare opportunities by specialty, industry, location, work arrangement, and team scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced design leaders discover roles aligned with their skills and career goals. Explore current Design Manager openings and identify the opportunity that fits your next step.

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$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and execution of large-scale data centers, managing complex projects from initiation to construction. Oversee integrated schedules and governance, ensuring accountability while enabli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $193K *

Join a dynamic team as a Program Manager, leading complex projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage resources, and drive innovation while ensuring client sat...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion Virtual Design excellence by leading standards, training, and technology integration across teams. Collaborate to enhance workflows and project delivery, ensuring consistent practices and inn...

Bettendorf, IARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the advancement of Virtual Design standards and workflows, collaborating across teams to enhance project delivery. Provide training and support while evaluating emerging technologies to optimize...

West Des Moines, IARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining Virtual Design standards and workflows. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance project delivery, provide training, and implement innovative technologies that drive eff...

Cedar Rapids, IARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of Virtual Design by leading standards, training, and technology integration across teams. Collaborate to enhance workflows and drive innovation in project delivery, ensuring cons...

Iowa City, IARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $110K *

Transform creative visions into reality by leading design projects, mentoring teams, and collaborating with clients. Drive strategic branding initiatives while ensuring high-quality deliverables in a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex ERP implementation projects, ensuring alignment between customer needs and internal resources. Drive project success through effective communication, risk managemen...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $185K *

Transform the future of engineering design by leading diverse teams to deliver high-quality electrical engineering solutions. Drive project success through strategic oversight, mentoring, and adherenc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the creative vision as a Senior Manager of Visual Design, leading a talented team to elevate our brand's visual identity across multiple channels while ensuring high-quality execution and innova...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI factory design delivery, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution from concept to handover while balancing quality, cost, and o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Inspire and elevate design excellence as you lead a talented team, setting and maintaining visual standards, driving innovative campaigns, and partnering cross-functionally to advance Dandy's brand an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $156K *

Manage and oversee Shopify development projects from inception to launch, collaborating with clients and a team of developers. Ensure quality deliverables while juggling multiple projects and adapting...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of ERP by leading innovative product strategies that leverage AI to enhance workflows for lumber and building materials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver custome...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $185K *

Grow your career with a leading specialty contractor managing complex heavy civil projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction while driving project succ...

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2 weeks ago

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

$126K - $162K *

Drive project success by leading design and construction phases, managing teams, and ensuring client satisfaction in commercial and mission-critical environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to deli...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

Johnson City, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive product strategy by leveraging CMC expertise to translate customer needs into actionable requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver user-focused solutions in an agile env...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional project execution in Medication Contracting, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans. Drive improvements, manage risks, and enhance collaboration across teams to e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading large electric utility transmission projects. Drive early planning, manage complex challenges, and collaborate across teams to ensure successful project delivery while main...

Hartford, CTRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of education by owning content strategy for assessments. Collaborate with experts and district leaders to enhance quality and drive adoption, leveraging insights to inform product dir...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse digital projects, collaborating with clients and teams to define solutions, manage budgets, and ensure quality. Drive innovation and efficiency while fostering stro...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $190K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI innovation, leading a team to develop scalable, secure solutions that enhance legal workflows. Drive engineering excellence and foster talent while collabora...

Lehi, UTRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $151K *

Transform customer experiences by designing motion-forward visuals that enhance storytelling and accessibility across digital platforms, ensuring cohesive and engaging interactions throughout the prod...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $230K *

Shape creative excellence and operational effectiveness by leading a design team, fostering innovation, and building strong client relationships to drive agency growth and deliver impactful design sol...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Design Manager do?question toggle

    A Design Manager leads designers and helps set design direction, priorities, and quality standards. The role often includes coaching and hiring, reviewing work, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and aligning design decisions with customer and business needs.

  • What types of Design Manager jobs are available?question toggle

    Openings may include product design, UX, UI, visual, brand, or service design management. Some roles lead a broad design function; others focus on a product, team, or specific area of the customer experience.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Design Manager roles?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for relevant design experience, a portfolio or record of shipped work, and experience leading or mentoring people. Requirements vary, but may include expertise in a design specialty, cross-functional collaboration, and familiarity with design systems and user research.

  • How much do Design Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Design Manager opportunities.

  • How can I find Design Manager jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Design Manager openings on Ladders and compare roles by specialty, location, work arrangement, and responsibilities. Review qualifications and compensation details in each listing to find a strong fit.