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.
Sr. Manager, Project Management Office
$115K - $135K *
Join us to build and scale a high-performing PMO, leading project management initiatives while developing talent and establishing processes that enhance client delivery and satisfaction in the public...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead complex automation projects from design to implementation, ensuring successful execution and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and d...
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Develop and lead VDC processes and best practices, managing resources across projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance virtual building culture and ensure effective execution throughout the project...
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$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of commercial construction by leading high-impact data center projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgets while fostering collaboration among diverse stakeh...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving high-impact commercial data center projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, timelines, and budgets while fostering collaboration among...
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$120K - $145K *
Drive high-performance data operations by managing platforms, pipelines, and integrations. Ensure reliable, secure, and cost-effective services while developing a skilled team to deliver trusted data...
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$95K - $115K *
Drive successful client engagements by managing multiple projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring timely delivery. Leverage strong leadership and communication skills to foster collaboration and ach...
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Senior Constructability Manager
$150K - $185K *
Join a dynamic team to evaluate and enhance data center construction feasibility. Leverage your expertise to assess sites, identify risks, and influence project decisions, ensuring efficient and safe...
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Senior Preconstruction Manager
$110K - $130K *
Champion preconstruction initiatives for large-scale commercial projects, ensuring accurate estimates, client satisfaction, and alignment with company goals through effective communication and relatio...
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$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in shaping our product strategy as the first product manager. Collaborate across teams to identify core challenges, prioritize features, and drive successful launches, all while buildi...
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$101K - $125K *
Drive the execution of immersive projects by providing technical oversight and support, ensuring seamless integration and coordination with partners globally while maintaining high standards of qualit...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock the potential of enterprise data by designing governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, and collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency and business outcomes. Drive impactf...
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$110K - $150K *
Lead project portfolios from inception to completion, managing teams and client relationships. Drive financial outcomes and cultivate repeat business while ensuring project success in land development...
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Manager, Outsourced Tooling Delivery and Reliability
$134K - $201K *
Empower a dynamic team to enhance tooling reliability and support for customer operations. Lead technical specialists in delivering seamless solutions, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring oper...
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Senior Product Marketing Manager, AI
$120K - $145K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to drive AI security product marketing initiatives, focusing on buyer insights, competitive analysis, and effective sales enablement. Collaborate on launches and con...
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$100K - $120K *
Transform large-scale construction projects by managing stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and applying best practices. Drive project success through effective communication, strategic thinking, and c...
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$71K - $95K *
Deliver exceptional project management by leading client engagements, ensuring timely and budget-compliant project delivery, and maintaining high client satisfaction through effective communication an...
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$71K - $95K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team overseeing client project delivery, ensuring quality and timely execution while managing budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communications for successful outcomes...
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Virtual Construction - Sr. BIM Coordinator
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's redefining the future of BIM coordination in electrical projects. Lead the management of BIM processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout design and construction phases wh...
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Unlock potential by managing the tender process across multiple contracts, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with project teams to provide expert contract administration and negotiation...
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Shape the future of federal financial operations by driving user adoption and change management for a new tool. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experience, streamline processes, and ensu...
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Lead Design Technologist, Design Systems - Remote
$152K - $202K *
Champion the evolution of design systems by building scalable, reusable technical assets that enhance digital and AI experiences. Collaborate across teams to ensure design intent translates into effec...
6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of automation by driving complex sales cycles, building executive relationships, and exceeding targets in the Consumer & Life Sciences sectors. Leverage your expertise to deliver tail...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales excellence in cutting-edge automation solutions across diverse industries. Build strong executive relationships, manage a robust pipeline, and exceed your...
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Principal, Financial Operations & Software Asset Management
$137K - $185K *
Join a team that's transforming financial operations by optimizing technology investments. Leverage your expertise to enhance governance, reporting, and insights across cloud services and software ass...
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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.