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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$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...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$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...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

Springfield, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $101K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

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Franklin, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $180K *

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

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K - $210K *

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $190K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $150K *

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Mclean, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $150K *

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Mclean, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$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...

Columbus, OHRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $100K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.