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.
$126K - $176K *
Empower your career by joining a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation. Take charge of project management, cost analysis, and client relationships while gaining invaluable industry exp...
2 weeks ago
$126K - $176K *
Take ownership of project cost management, driving tender processes and overseeing valuations. Collaborate with diverse teams to foster relationships and ensure transparency in construction disputes w...
2 weeks ago
$126K - $176K *
Empower your career by managing project costs and fostering strong client relationships. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive successful tender processes and ensure transparent communication throug...
3 weeks ago
$126K - $176K *
Take ownership of project cost management, driving transparency and collaboration. Engage in tender processes, oversee valuations, and support dispute settlements while fostering strong relationships...
3 weeks ago
$126K - $176K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that fosters collaboration and growth. Engage in cost management, support project success, and build lasting relationships while advancing your career in a v...
4 weeks ago
$173K - $180K *
Empower your career by leading data-driven projects, developing machine learning models, and delivering impactful analytics solutions that drive business success and enhance decision-making across var...
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Configuration & Release Manager (Senior)
$110K - $130K *
Champion the future of software release management by leading configuration baselines, change records, and release planning for critical programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure seamless dep...
2 weeks ago
Configuration & Release Manager (Senior)
$110K - $130K *
Manage configuration and release processes for software, ensuring accuracy and traceability of components, dependencies, and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze impacts a...
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$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing product-focused teams, ensuring quality delivery, and fostering leadership development while driving technical direction in a dynamic SaaS environ...
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Workplace Design Manager, Americas
$125K - $150K *
Lead the design vision on diverse projects, guiding teams from conception to completion while advocating for innovative solutions and ensuring alignment with corporate goals in a dynamic environment...
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$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading technology implementation projects in warehouse management. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance automation and robotics, ensuring successful delivery and process optim...
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Construction Design Manager (CDM)
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's leading design coordination for a major military construction project. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure design intent is upheld while delivering mission-critical faci...
1 week ago
$140K - $160K *
Transform complex technology initiatives by leading project delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders and technical teams in a dynamic environme...
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$170K - $210K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in AI/ML and cloud modernization. Lead technical projects, engage stakeholders, and ensure operational success across dynamic initiatives for Intelligence Communi...
2 weeks ago
$170K - $210K *
Manage and execute technical projects focused on AI/ML, cloud modernization, and data management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes in a fas...
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$80K - $95K *
Champion project execution by managing diverse teams, ensuring on-time delivery, and achieving customer satisfaction while adhering to strict budget and scope guidelines...
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$88K - $105K *
Accelerate project success by leading teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget. Manage all aspects of project execution, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to Convergi...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead projects with excellence while managing teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery, maximizing customer satisfaction through effective communication and strategic execution in a collaborative en...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead project execution excellence by managing diverse teams, adhering to budgets, and delivering exceptional client satisfaction on a variety of automation projects while maintaining project scope and...
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$95K - $115K *
Optimize project execution by leading diverse teams to deliver on time and within budget. Drive customer satisfaction through effective management of scope, schedule, and costs while fostering a cultu...
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$88K - $105K *
Champion project excellence by leading diverse teams to deliver on time and within budget. Drive customer satisfaction through effective management of scope, cost, and schedule while fostering collabo...
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Product Manager- Manufacturing Vision & Quality Systems
$95K - $115K *
Lead the strategy and development of innovative computer vision solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing quality and performance. Drive product vision and lifecycl...
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$75K - $115K *
Transform residential spaces as a Project Manager, overseeing remodeling projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure exceptional craftsmanship and timely delive...
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Design Manager, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by leading innovative data center design projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Collaborate with global teams and clients, managing multi-disciplinary teams while fostering s...
1 week ago
Design Manager, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)
$120K - $145K *
Transform data center design management by leading diverse teams through all project phases, ensuring quality and timely delivery while fostering client relationships and innovative solutions in a dyn...
1 week 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.