Director of User Experience Jobs

Explore Director of User Experience jobs for experienced design and product leaders ready to shape how people interact with digital products and services. Directors of UX set experience strategy, guide research and design, and partner with product, engineering, and business teams to deliver useful, intuitive experiences. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of User Experience Do?

A Director of User Experience turns customer and business needs into a clear experience vision. Depending on the organization, the role may oversee UX research, interaction and visual design, information architecture, content design, accessibility, and design systems. Directors establish priorities, evaluate outcomes, and help teams maintain a consistent, high-quality experience across products and channels.

Common Responsibilities

  • Set UX strategy and connect experience priorities to product and company goals.
  • Lead and develop designers, researchers, and other experience professionals.
  • Partner with product management, engineering, marketing, and executive stakeholders.
  • Use customer research, usability testing, and product data to inform decisions.
  • Champion accessibility, usability, and cohesive design standards.
  • Communicate design rationale, roadmaps, and results to stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a track record leading UX or product design teams, strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, and the ability to translate research into practical product direction. Experience with design systems, research methods, prototyping, accessibility, and cross-functional product development may also be valuable. Requirements vary by company, industry, and the scope of the team.

Find Director of User Experience Jobs on Ladders

Browse Director of User Experience openings and related UX leadership roles on Ladders. Compare opportunities by responsibilities, organization, and compensation, and explore vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Use your experience in user-centered design and team leadership to find a role aligned with your next career move.

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$160K - $195K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of User Experience do?question toggle

    A Director of User Experience sets experience direction and leads teams responsible for research, design, and usability. The role works across product, engineering, and business functions to improve customer experiences and support organizational goals.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of User Experience jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for substantial UX or product design experience, leadership ability, a strong portfolio or record of impact, and skill in collaborating with cross-functional teams. Specific education and technical requirements depend on the employer.

  • What skills are important for a UX director?question toggle

    Important skills often include UX strategy, people leadership, research literacy, product thinking, communication, stakeholder management, accessibility, and the ability to guide design systems and measure experience outcomes.

  • How much do Director of User Experience jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its specific salary information.

  • Where can I find Director of User Experience jobs?question toggle

    You can browse Director of User Experience and related UX leadership opportunities on Ladders, where listings are focused on professional roles paying $100,000 or more.