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.
$160K - $190K *
Empower your career by leading solution architecture for complex, client-facing programs. Drive technical decisions, mentor teams, and ensure architectural integrity across diverse workstreams in a te...
4 days ago
$109K - $140K *
Unlock potential by designing intuitive user experiences across web and mobile platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create visually compelling interfaces that simplify complex process...
5 days ago
Center of Excellence - Marketing Services Manager
$143K - $149K *
Join a team that drives high-impact marketing programs by managing and enhancing our internal marketing agency. Lead a diverse group of professionals in executing creative campaigns and ensuring opera...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Occupancy Planner / Design Manager
$92K - $125K *
Optimize workplace environments by leading occupancy planning and design management initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions that enhance employee experience...
2 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the strategic management of a diverse portfolio of public sector accounts, driving revenue retention and growth through proactive engagement, contract renewals, and tailored solutions across soft...
Today
Senior Manager, Lifecycle Marketing
$181K - $245K *
Elevate your career by leading lifecycle marketing strategies that enhance customer engagement, retention, and monetization. Drive impactful programs while managing a high-performing team and collabor...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $100K *
Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives across departments to enhance organizational growth and execute high-impact programs effectively. Collaborate with executive leadership and ensure seam...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Program Manager, PLM-PDM Systems
$225K - $285K *
Lead the implementation of global PLM/PDM systems, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance supply chain processes and support a Tier 1 ERP buildout, ensuring scalability and efficiency across inte...
2 weeks ago
$112K - $135K *
Transform the billing and pricing landscape by driving platform strategy, enhancing user experiences, and collaborating across teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs and busine...
1 week ago
Construction Project Manager (Remote)
$110K - $130K *
Inspire excellence in construction project management, overseeing all phases from planning to commissioning. Lead teams, ensure compliance, and deliver projects on time and within budget while fosteri...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Engage in impactful construction scheduling, collaborating with teams to analyze and optimize project timelines. Leverage your expertise to identify risks, enhance reporting, and drive project success...
3 weeks ago
Senior Engineering Manager, App Excellence
$230K - $334K *
Join a team that's redefining software excellence by leading cross-platform engineering initiatives. Drive strategy, foster collaboration, and enhance customer experiences across desktop, mobile, and...
5 days ago
$262K - $394K *
Accelerate progress at Clio Phones by leading the growth of a cloud-native VoIP platform for law firms. Own P&L, build operational plans, and drive market strategy while managing cross-functional team...
2 weeks ago
$165K - $210K *
Drive your career forward by owning data capabilities and reporting tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product value, ensuring accurate data delivery and insights that empower c...
3 weeks ago
Strategic Development Manager - Protection
$90K - $95K *
Elevate dealer relationships and enhance vehicle protection contracts through expert F&I training and support. Collaborate with teams to drive results, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction wh...
2 weeks ago
$162K - $203K *
Empower a dynamic engineering team to innovate and deliver a next-gen compliance platform. Drive technical excellence, mentor talent, and ensure reliable systems while collaborating across teams to ac...
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Product Owner, Client & Digital Support
$110K - $130K *
Transform client support by owning and enhancing digital tools. Drive innovation through hands-on development in Salesforce and AI platforms, ensuring seamless user experiences and measurable outcomes...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead a dynamic team to enhance client partnerships, driving retention and growth for Fortune 500 and global clients. Your leadership will shape strategies, oversee renewals, and ensure exceptional ser...
1 week ago
Senior Growth Marketing Manager
$110K - $130K *
Drive growth marketing initiatives that accelerate revenue and enhance account engagement. Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to implement targeted strategies, leveraging AI for personalized c...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team as you drive business growth through strategic market engagement, client relationship management, and collaborative sales initiatives. Leverage your expertise in the power/energy s...
Today
$105K - $135K *
Oversee the administration and compliance of retirement programs, ensuring regulatory adherence and enhancing employee engagement. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain a competitive 401(k) plan w...
3 days ago
$180K - $248K *
Advance our product strategy by leading the integration of data center operations into Prism, enhancing diagnostics and decision-making for operators and executives alike. Collaborate with cross-funct...
Reposted 1 week ago
Manager, Implementation - Enterprise Select
$109K - $165K *
Lead the charge in managing a high-performing team of Implementation Consultants, driving successful enterprise deployments and fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration to maximize customer...
5 days ago
Team Leader, Documentation - Equipment Finance
$96K - $207K *
Drive your career forward by leading the documentation and funding processes for complex lease transactions. Oversee a dynamic team, ensuring compliance and accuracy while collaborating closely with s...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the visual identity of our brand by evolving design systems, creating impactful marketing materials, and collaborating across teams to ensure cohesive brand representation in all digital and phy...
3 weeks ago
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.