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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$135K - $160K *

Champion innovative cloud solutions by designing and owning AWS infrastructure. Lead technical direction, mentor teams, and leverage AI tools to enhance delivery while ensuring quality and security st...

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...

United StatesRemote

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...

RemoteRemote

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...

United StatesRemote

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  •   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

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by managing the ePlus program, leading teams, and implementing scalable processes to enhance customer satisfaction and performance outcomes across the organization...

Wisconsin, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform maintenance and reliability performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead a high-performing team to enhance equipment availability, reduce downtime, and foster a culture of contin...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior VDC Engineer, driving innovative design solutions and enhancing project delivery through advanced BIM technologies and collaboration with diverse teams in a dynamic e...

St. Louis, MORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$74K - $87K *

Lead the charge in multiple Unanet AIM implementations, guiding clients through data management and operational transitions to achieve successful outcomes while ensuring effective training and support...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Sales Operations, driving efficiency and accountability across diverse products and sales motions. Manage a talented team, enhance forecasting processes, and optimize partn...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $147K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing a dynamic Facility Services team, enhancing customer experience, and driving business growth through effective service delivery and continuous imp...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate customer journey operations by driving scalable processes and systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer success, technical support, and partner engagement, ensuring effici...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $97K *

Advance your career by managing component life cycles and obsolescence issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product integrity and compliance while preparing critical reports and a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to drive integrated marketing strategies that enhance brand visibility and support business growth through innovative campaigns, digital activation, and thought leadership across m...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success in clinical research. Lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure timely execution of projects while navigating bu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by leading a talented engineering team. Drive innovation in AI-assisted software development for healthcare solutions, ensuring quality, security, and ope...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $158K *

Join a dedicated team to lead the software development efforts for private brand growth. Empower engineers to create innovative solutions while overseeing project delivery and fostering a collaborativ...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Drive innovation as a Senior Product Manager, leading strategic initiatives in Adaptive Training and Continuous Learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and achiev...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance global clinical trials by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while managing timelines and budgets to deliver impactful results in Oncology research...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $170K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional customer experiences through strategic oversight and collaboration across teams, ensuring operational excellence and strong client outcomes in a dynamic envir...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the strategy and execution of innovative consumer payment solutions, driving growth and engagement through targeted rewards and offers while collaborating across multip...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Elevate our product infrastructure by shaping the vision and strategy for scalable billing solutions. Collaborate with engineering and clients to ensure reliability and security, driving innovation fo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving innovation and operational excellence in digital services. This role involves project management, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic execution to ensure successfu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Transform real estate opportunities by leading market evaluations, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize portfolio growth and cost management across multiple regions...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

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.