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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$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to enhance our presence in the US life sciences market. In this pivotal role, you'll lead client engagements, build relationships, and connect clients with our global R&D capabilities...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $176K *

Optimize your career by leading integrated marketing campaigns that drive enterprise growth. Collaborate across teams to craft compelling narratives and ensure cohesive execution from strategy to laun...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$153K - $208K *

Partner with us to architect and execute integrated marketing campaigns that drive enterprise product launches and enhance brand storytelling, ensuring alignment across multiple teams and channels for...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $154K *

Accelerate revenue growth and operational excellence in the Home Center channel. Lead strategic initiatives, manage partnerships, and drive performance metrics while mentoring teams to achieve high-im...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $106K *

Drive impactful digital video strategies and optimize campaigns across programmatic and direct publisher environments, focusing on CTV and streaming. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by designing AI-native experiences that empower developers to build, run, and scale agents on a robust platform. Shape the future of developer tools while simplifying complex techn...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $280K *

Lead the charge in transforming marketing technology by driving data strategy and engineering excellence. Oversee a talented team, foster collaboration, and innovate to deliver personalized customer e...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$128K - $250K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client relationships and driving business growth. This role involves managing complex accounts, ensuring delivery assurance, and developing strategic account...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of logistics operations across multiple sites, ensuring timely delivery of materials and efficient inventory management. Collaborate with teams to optimize procurement strategies and dr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform client experiences by managing portfolios with expertise and independence. Engage directly with families, mentor talent, and integrate investment management with wealth planning to deliver s...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $160K *

Drive transformation by partnering with architecture and engineering firms to enhance workflows through AI-enabled solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to redefine processes, ensuring operational...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading supply planning and analytics for a dynamic portfolio. Drive team engagement, optimize inventory strategies, and enhance vendor partnerships while leveraging advanced analy...

Champaign, ILRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive sales growth by developing new customer relationships and managing key accounts in a defined territory, while leveraging strong interpersonal skills and industry knowledge to achieve rev...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Explore innovative AI workflow solutions aimed at enhancing business processes. Collaborate with various teams to identify challenges, prototype solutions, and guide projects from conception to produc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$65K - $180K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career with this role driving innovative design in automotive ICE products. Lead development, collaborate globally, and enhance vehicle performance through advanced design engineering p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $195K *

Innovate with a dynamic team to enhance our next-gen CAD Graphics Engine, focusing on 3D modeling and rendering. Leverage your expertise in graphics algorithms and CAD software to drive performance an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $236K *

Optimize care management strategies by leading teams to enhance clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and stakeholder collaboration. Drive innovative programs while ensuring compliance and financ...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

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Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Transform early phase clinical trials by leading cross-functional teams, managing sponsor relationships, and ensuring project delivery on time and within budget while adhering to quality and complianc...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Drive impactful design solutions for developer tools, collaborating closely with engineers and PMs. Own workflows from discovery to delivery, enhancing user experiences and contributing to a robust de...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise AI adoption by leading customer deployments from proof of value to widespread implementation. Collaborate with technical and business teams to ensure satisfaction and drive growth...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing sustainable software solutions in a collaborative scrum environment, ensuring quality and efficiency while addressing business needs...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $208K *

Optimize global partner strategies by driving alignment and co-innovation initiatives. Leverage your expertise in ServiceNow technologies to enhance partner capabilities and execute go-to-market plans...

Silver Spring, MDRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information 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.