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.
Senior Design Engineer, Broadcast, XTG
$100K - $125K *
Lead innovative design solutions as a Senior Design Engineer, transforming client needs into actionable broadcast system designs. Collaborate with global teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure pro...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Lead the architectural vision for a federal spectrum data platform, optimizing integration and collaboration across teams to enhance federal spectrum management systems and support critical government...
1 week ago
Software Engineering Manager, Billing
$150K - $180K *
Champion the evolution of our billing systems by leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive strategy, ensure accuracy, and collaborate across departments to enhance customer trust as we scale our usage...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in transforming tax software by eliminating manual tasks through AI. Own product outcomes, shape new concepts, and drive client success in an agile environment, ensuring measurable imp...
4 weeks ago
Senior Product Marketing Manager, Vertical Solutions
$150K - $200K *
Empower our growth by managing the positioning, messaging, and GTM strategy across multiple industries, ensuring impactful narratives that resonate with diverse stakeholders and drive revenue growth t...
2 weeks ago
$94K - $101K *
Transform the ECAD library by collaborating with engineers and PCB designers to create and maintain component representations, ensuring adherence to corporate guidelines and industry standards while s...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Empower your career by leading a dynamic team focused on Payment Integrity. Drive talent development, enhance operational efficiency, and champion innovative solutions while ensuring high-quality anal...
1 week ago
Director, Product Architecture
$166K - $281K *
Lead the architectural vision for authorization products, driving adoption across teams. Collaborate with engineering and product management to create a unified customer experience while shaping emerg...
1 week ago
Program Manager, Care Operations
$90K - $110K *
Drive the execution and scaling of AI-enabled cardiovascular care programs, collaborating across teams to enhance workflows and operational efficiency while ensuring continuous improvement in patient...
Reposted 2 days ago
$125K - $145K *
Drive product strategy and modernization for merchant onboarding solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance risk management capabilities and ensure market-leading standards in a d...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$140K - $160K *
Drive the future of financial leadership by managing a dynamic accounting team, overseeing payroll, accounts payable, and general ledger accuracy while ensuring audit readiness and process improvement...
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21GRAMS- Director, Product Design
$140K - $155K *
Empower teams to elevate product design through strategic vision, fostering collaboration across disciplines to create impactful digital experiences that meet user needs and business goals while ensur...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Engage with clients to drive project success, manage relationships, and ensure quality deliverables. Oversee project financials and timelines while fostering collaboration and communication across tea...
1 week ago
Principal (Partner), Industrials & Manufacturing
$175K - $210K *
Accelerate progress at a senior leadership level, driving business growth and transformational results for clients across various industries. Build C-suite relationships, lead complex engagements, and...
1 week ago
$120K - $140K *
Build innovative back-end solutions in a multi-tenant SaaS environment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, develop, and maintain efficient systems while leveraging AI and best practices for so...
1 week ago
$170K - $180K *
Transform quality management across renewable energy projects by leading initiatives that enhance processes, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional team...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining brand identity! Lead and evolve visual strategies across digital and print, guiding a talented design team while executing high-impact projects in a fast-paced, collabora...
3 weeks ago
Electrical OFCI Design Manager - Data Center Construction
$170K - $210K *
Lead the design management of owner-furnished electrical equipment for a hyperscale data center, ensuring integration, compliance, and quality standards while guiding teams and managing client communi...
1 week ago
Forward Deployed Product Manager
$130K - $190K *
Join a dynamic team to deploy transformative AI solutions in complex marketing environments, translating client goals into actionable strategies, enhancing product usability, and ensuring measurable i...
Reposted 2 days ago
$85K - $150K *
Drive transformation by guiding government clients through human-centered design, focusing on stakeholder engagement and change management to foster adaptability and mitigate resistance in evolving wo...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $150K *
Help us guide government clients through transformative change by leveraging human-centered design and change management strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experiences and drive...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Manage integrated master schedules and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and timely deliverables. Proactively assess risks, facilitate client communications, and contribute...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform complex business initiatives by leading cross-functional teams, establishing Agile practices, and delivering impactful solutions. Engage with stakeholders to drive product vision and manage...
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ABM Manager, Strategic Products
$136K - $160K *
Optimize account-based marketing strategies to drive engagement and sales for new products. Lead end-to-end campaign execution, asset production, and pipeline accountability while collaborating closel...
1 week ago
$75K - $100K *
Manage a dynamic Customer Support team, driving service quality and operational efficiency. Oversee daily operations, enhance performance metrics, and implement automation to elevate customer satisfac...
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.