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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Lead large-scale automation projects, guiding teams through all phases with a focus on customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and financial management in a collaborative environment...
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Senior Manager, Professional Services (US)
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Transform membership experiences by leading product strategy for key processes, enhancing client engagement, and driving growth through innovative solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure se...
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Shape product strategy and commercialization efforts, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs. Drive product development, marketing initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration to...
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Lead the charge in driving strategic product development for a diverse insurance portfolio, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance performance and achieve revenue targets throughout the product li...
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Drive innovative technology solutions by leading Agile project management efforts, fostering client relationships, and guiding teams through the complete solution delivery lifecycle to ensure successf...
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Index Design R&D Team Manager, Director
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Lead a high-performing R&D team to drive innovative index research and design, ensuring timely delivery of complex projects while fostering collaboration and technical excellence across functional par...
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Unlock potential by leading preconstruction efforts, collaborating with owners and design teams to ensure projects meet budget and schedule goals while maintaining high standards of communication and...
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Transform partner engagement by managing communications, analyzing data, and executing programs that enhance relationships and performance. Drive workshops and events while ensuring a high-quality par...
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Lead the charge in defining and executing enterprise AI architecture strategy, ensuring scalable, ethical AI integration across platforms. Drive innovation through Generative and Agentic AI, aligning...
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Unlock the potential of product design by leading transformative initiatives that enhance user experiences across multiple platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and de...
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Partner with us to lead transformative design initiatives that shape user experiences across multiple product areas. Collaborate with teams and customers to drive impactful solutions and elevate desig...
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Partner with us to elevate user experiences by leading complex UX/UI projects. Engage directly with government clients, shaping insights into innovative digital solutions while ensuring accessibility...
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Senior Manager of Generative Engine Optimization
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What does a Design Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.