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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting intuitive user experiences across software products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex workflows into engaging designs, leveraging A...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $165K *

Transform workplace environments by leading innovative design projects that align with business goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create exceptional, future-forward workplaces that enh...

Yesterday

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

$154K - $165K *

Champion innovative workplace design by leading cross-functional teams to deliver large-scale corporate projects that enhance employee experience and align with business goals, ensuring quality and su...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage product roadmaps and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative banking solutions. Leverage client insights and AI to enhance product quality and user experience while ensuri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing high-end hospitality projects, ensuring design integrity and timely delivery. Collaborate with finance and design teams, oversee project performance, and mentor staff while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Lead project management efforts, ensuring timely delivery and design integrity across high-end hospitality and residential projects while coordinating with finance and design teams...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by overseeing all phases from inception to execution, ensuring design integrity and timely delivery while coordinating with finance and stakeholders for optimal project managemen...

North York, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $100K *

Manage and coordinate projects from contract award to completion, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams and clients to meet municipal stormwater requirements effecti...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $90K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative mechanical designs in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. Collaborate with senior designers to enhance your skills while driving impactful projects and building...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing team of electrical design engineers, ensuring quality and timely delivery of low and medium-voltage switchgear projects while fostering collaboration an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

The Project Designer will be part of the Interior Architecture team, focusing on innovative concepts for hospitality clients. This role involves leading multiple projects, managing design processes, a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of refinery projects by leading capital initiatives, ensuring safety, cost efficiency, and timely delivery while managing multiple projects across various phases and collaborating...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $220K *

Shape exceptional customer journeys by leading a UX design team to create seamless digital and in-store experiences that enhance membership value and drive loyalty through innovative design strategies...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your creativity as a design leader, driving high-quality marketing materials and executive presentations while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with teams to...

2 weeks ago

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

$171K - $272K *

Reimagine product management by unifying request management and user advocacy. Drive software roadmap alignment with user needs, enhance documentation, and foster cross-functional collaboration to boo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer design excellence by leading a dynamic team, shaping product direction, and leveraging AI to enhance user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to drive impactful design strat...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of ERP by leading innovative product strategies that leverage AI to enhance workflows for lumber and building materials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver custome...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $190K *

Manage enterprise-wide Identity and Access Management initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams while ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory compliance. Drive project execution...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing large-scale transportation projects, ensuring accurate pricing and coordination for oversized and specialized freight. Collaborate with teams to deliver exceptional servic...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Oversee the management of architectural projects, ensuring successful outcomes through effective planning, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration across a diverse portfolio...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining design-build excellence by leading project coordination, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that meet cli...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $165K *

Empower your career by leading design-build projects, ensuring seamless integration of design and construction phases while fostering collaboration among stakeholders to deliver exceptional outcomes t...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead and mentor the Design Project Manager Group, overseeing project execution, ensuring compliance with specifications, and driving efficiency in product development and implementa...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to lead landscape architecture projects from concept to completion, managing multiple initiatives while fostering collaboration and innovation in stunning locations. Elevate your c...

Reposted yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative design solutions, leading projects within a collaborative team. Create exceptional multifamily designs through mentorship, strategic planning, and awareness of industry trends while...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

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.