Director of UX Jobs

Discover Director of UX opportunities for experienced design leaders ready to shape intuitive, impactful digital experiences. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you find senior positions where you can guide user experience strategy, lead talented teams, and influence product direction.

What Does a Director of UX Do?

A Director of UX sets the vision and standards for user experience across products and services. Responsibilities often include overseeing UX research and design, translating customer insights into product strategy, partnering with product and engineering leaders, and building a consistent, accessible experience. Directors may manage UX researchers, product designers, content designers, and design managers.

Skills and Experience Employers Look For

Employers commonly seek a strong background in UX or product design, a portfolio demonstrating measurable outcomes, and experience leading multidisciplinary teams. Strategic thinking, user research, interaction design, accessibility, design systems, executive communication, and cross-functional collaboration are valuable. Familiarity with analytics and experimentation can help connect experience improvements to business results.

Career Outlook and Compensation

Director of UX compensation varies based on industry, location, company size, and scope of responsibility. These senior roles may include base salary, bonuses, and equity. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to explore UX leadership opportunities aligned with your experience and compensation goals.

Find Your Next UX Leadership Role

Explore Director of UX jobs across technology, finance, healthcare, e-commerce, and other industries. Review each opportunity’s leadership scope, team structure, product portfolio, and compensation details to identify roles where you can make a meaningful impact.

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$235K - $294K *

Lead and mentor a high-performing design team, driving product design strategy and delivering user-centric solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance customer experiences and foster a culture...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $210K *

Empower our design team by transforming concepts into stunning, user-friendly interfaces. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate our product's visual identity and create engaging data visu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of digital experiences by translating complex requirements into compelling visuals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful designs and elevate user engagement acr...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive impactful digital experiences by leading UX strategy and discovery. Collaborate with clients and teams to transform user needs into actionable design recommendations, ensuring high-quality outco...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$188K - $245K *

Empower innovation by leading a UX design team focused on clinical workflows. Collaborate across functions, drive strategic direction, and enhance AI integration while advancing design quality in heal...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Elevate product delivery by leading complex automotive engagements, ensuring clarity and execution across the product lifecycle while integrating AI tools to enhance client capabilities and drive inno...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a forward-thinking team to define and execute design strategy for AI-driven risk management tools, guiding designers and partners to deliver exceptional user experiences that prioritize risk unde...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform user experiences by leading the design and strategy of a cutting-edge predictive marketing platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive, data-driven interfaces that...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Lead a talented design team to shape the user experience across multiple platforms. Define interaction patterns, elevate design standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innova...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in defining user experience strategy, managing a multi-disciplinary design team to deliver innovative, user-centered digital products while fostering collaboration and high-impact desi...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Empower user experiences by leading comprehensive design solutions through UX/UI integration. Collaborate with founders and teams to innovate effective strategies and enhance customer satisfaction in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $245K *

Elevate your career by leading UX design initiatives that impact user experiences, driving innovation and advocating for design excellence across cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. Join...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$183K - $289K *

Drive innovative product design by shaping user experiences across complex engineering data. Collaborate closely with leaders and cross-functional teams to enhance product strategy, customer insights...

Magna, UTRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Play a key role in shaping UX strategies for high-volume, multi-step workflows. Collaborate across teams to drive product vision, leveraging research to enhance user experience and deliver measurable...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$237K - $355K *

Drive the evolution of user experience for our Autonomous SOC platform, blending strategic design leadership with hands-on excellence. Shape UX vision, influence product initiatives, and ensure intuit...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $208K *

Reimagine user experiences by leading design for core product features, ensuring seamless integration and customer delight. Collaborate across teams to enhance engagement and trust, shaping the future...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$148K - $190K *

Join us to lead user experience design on our innovative learning platform. You'll own the design end-to-end, establishing a design system, shaping navigation, and enhancing the student experience thr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$250K - $280K *

Lead a dynamic product management team to shape innovative solutions in mental health care. Drive strategy, foster collaboration, and empower your team to deliver impactful products that enhance the t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $205K *

Transform the landscape of product delivery in government, leading a dynamic team of Product and Delivery Managers to enhance public service efficacy through innovative practices and capacity building...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative applications that empower network teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centric solutions, transforming complex data into i...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $290K *

Transform UX operations by unifying decision-making and enhancing workflows across disciplines. Drive continuous improvement through automation and strategic partnerships, ensuring a cohesive UX organ...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$137K - $231K *

Lead the charge in crafting impactful user experiences across multiple sectors. Drive design strategies, engage with customers, and collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to shape end...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform user experiences by leading innovative design solutions that prioritize usability and accessibility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate human-centered design principles and...

Sterling, VARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise product design by leading user-centric AI solutions, ensuring intuitive interfaces for complex workflows. Collaborate across teams to elevate design standards and enhance user tru...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion digital transformation by leading delivery teams in Salesforce projects, ensuring excellence in project management, client relationships, and issue resolution while mentoring consultants and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Director of UX?question toggle

    A Director of UX is a senior leader responsible for setting user experience strategy and overseeing the teams and processes that shape how customers interact with a company’s products or services.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director of UX jobs?question toggle

    Requirements often include substantial UX or product design experience, a portfolio of successful work, people-management experience, and the ability to collaborate with product, engineering, and executive teams. Specific requirements vary by employer.

  • What skills are important for a Director of UX?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include UX strategy, user research, product design, team leadership, accessibility, design systems, data-informed decision-making, and clear communication with stakeholders.

  • How much do Director of UX jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies by company, industry, location, and role scope. Ladders lists vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; check individual job listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Director of UX jobs?question toggle

    You can explore Director of UX openings on Ladders, including vetted professional roles across industries. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation to find a position that fits your goals.