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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$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of hypersonic vehicle programs by leading materials and processes qualification testing. Drive strategy, execution, and compliance while managing cross-functional teams to meet perfor...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower collaborative project delivery by leading preconstruction efforts for complex water/wastewater projects. Oversee design development, coordinate teams, and ensure efficient project execution th...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion operational excellence through leading cross-functional projects that enhance productivity and efficiency across multiple manufacturing sites while ensuring alignment with plant leadership fo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by leading preconstruction efforts, driving value through collaboration, cost analysis, and risk management. Partner with diverse teams to ensure project success while aligning wit...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Manage large-scale engineering and construction projects, ensuring successful delivery through effective planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration in a complex environment...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead impactful infrastructure projects by managing resources, timelines, and budgets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success while adhering to quality standards and regulato...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Champion the complete lifecycle of Soft Trim tooling programs, ensuring successful project execution from customer award to production launch. Collaborate across teams to meet timelines, budgets, and...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$174K - $205K *

Advance enterprise security by owning the roadmap for identity, access, and governance features. Transform complex requirements into user-friendly solutions, collaborating with teams to enhance adopti...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $200K *

Engage your expertise to lead structural engineering for critical infrastructure projects. Shape the future of our Power Delivery Group by overseeing design and analysis for high-voltage substations...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative interior design projects, ensuring seamless delivery from concept to construction. Lead and mentor teams, manage budgets, and serve as the primary client contact to drive project s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$97K - $143K *

Champion continuous improvement initiatives by leading engineering teams, enhancing design standards, and collaborating across departments to drive innovation and efficiency in product development and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform operations by directing shipping, receiving, and inventory control to meet customer goals efficiently. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with safety standards whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage and oversee multiple home construction projects from start to finish, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards while fostering strong relationships with subcontractors an...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing print and web production processes, ensuring timely delivery and brand consistency across all marketing materials while managing a dynamic team and collaborating with ven...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as you lead creative production efforts, managing print and web projects while collaborating with a dynamic team. Drive efficiency and uphold brand standards in a fast-paced envi...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful project management solutions. You'll oversee major programs, ensuring timely execution and adherence to budget while collaborating with diverse tea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects, ensuring timely delivery, financial tracking, and collaboration across teams to meet program objectives while upholding project management standards and f...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of AI-driven customer interactions by designing innovative agent experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create, evaluate, and refine multi-modal solutions that en...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Transform training initiatives by leading ASCEND University, developing impactful programs for sales and installation teams, and ensuring high-quality curriculum delivery that drives adoption and busi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading design initiatives and providing technical support in Civil 3D. Collaborate with project teams to enhance operational efficiency and deliver innovative solutions while ment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $190K *

Join us as an Engineering Manager to architect healthcare integrations, mentor engineers, and drive system design while ensuring scalability and reliability in a fast-paced environment. Your coding ex...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $215K *

Transform project delivery by leading complex design-build initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to achieve successful outcomes...

6 days ago

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

$190K - $215K *

Drive project success as a Senior Construction Project Manager, overseeing execution and delivery of complex design-build projects while ensuring compliance and collaboration across multidisciplinary...

6 days ago

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

$119K - $158K *

Join a team that's redefining architectural design by leading innovative projects in Higher Education and Science & Technology. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor junior staff, and drive impactful...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes, reduce waste, and drive quality within our manufacturing plant. Collaborate with teams to implement Lean and Six...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.