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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$125K - $140K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing AWS environments, automating CI/CD, and ensuring robust application delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams for end-to-end ownership and enhance...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the design and delivery of modern data platforms, focusing on Microsoft Fabric and Azure. Lead client engagements, define architectures, and establish best practices for data solutions across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering enterprise-level growth programs by ensuring alignment across all functions, driving planning and execution adherence, and managing complex initiatives for timely product...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$165K - $264K *

Pioneer cross-functional collaboration to manage IS projects, ensuring successful implementation and support of applications, upgrades, and integrations while overseeing budgets and resources across S...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $121K *

Develop and enhance enterprise applications using Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Pages. Collaborate within Agile teams to deliver scalable solutions, ensuring high code quality and performance while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $298K *

Lead the charge in shaping digital transformation strategies, overseeing technology portfolios, and driving architectural excellence across business functions to enhance operational efficiency and inn...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $215K *

Lead the design and development of AI-driven acquisition systems, creating automated workflows and optimizing audience targeting to enhance customer engagement and retention in a data-rich environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape your career by leading integrated marketing campaigns that drive customer engagement and new business growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer adoption and pipeline de...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $158K *

Lead the charge in shaping healthcare strategies that enhance Medicaid member well-being. Collaborate across teams to govern portfolio practices, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and opera...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K *

Empower a high-performing sales team to drive market growth and customer adoption of innovative cardiac ablation technologies. Lead strategic initiatives, enhance operational excellence, and foster cr...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $154K *

Transform sales strategies by leading a dynamic team in a target-driven environment, fostering relationships and optimizing performance to achieve regional growth and success in the residential and co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by ensuring quality assurance and training for DRG Reviewers. Contribute to improving clinical documentation and auditing processes while fostering an environment of continuous lea...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing SharePoint environments to enhance stakeholder engagement. This role combines technical expertise with content management to create scalable solutions and s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $275K *

Lead the charge in redefining Total Rewards strategy, enhancing compensation, equity, and benefits to attract and retain top talent while anticipating workforce shifts driven by AI and market trends...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic supply chain initiatives to enhance performance, reduce costs, and drive productivity. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize processes, improve inventory visibility, and delive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead a national team of Sales Specialists to drive growth through effective sales execution, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Foster collaboration with regional teams while enhancing associate ca...

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3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in cost management for complex capital projects in the Energy & Natural Resources sector. Lead client interactions, mentor teams, and ensure financial control throughout the project l...

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

$110K - $120K *

Create impactful product narratives and drive product-led growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences, optimize marketing strategies, and ensure effective c...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $122K *

Drive the design and implementation of innovative warehouse solutions, optimizing operational workflows and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and scalability in logistics...

Springfield, MORemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K *

Advance OEM programs by fostering partnerships, enhancing workflows, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with marketing and development teams to meet client needs and drive revenue growth in a remote...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive new business growth by developing strategies to acquire clients and enhance relationships. Collaborate with teams to support revenue expansion and ensure client satisfaction across the Midwest r...

Atlanta, GARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth by managing a high-performing sales team, refining sales strategies, and fostering a culture of excellence to achieve ambitious revenue goals...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maximizing client success through effective software implementations. Collaborate with customers and partners to ensure timely project delivery while continuously impro...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

The Network Optimization Manager is responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining network optimization models to enhance logistics operations. This role involves analyzing complex systems, dev...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead document review projects by optimizing workflows and technology. Collaborate with counsel and internal teams to ensure quality and efficiency in deliverables, driving down costs while enhancing a...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.