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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$115K - $165K *

Tackle challenges by ensuring operational excellence through strategic planning, effective resource management, and continuous improvement, while leading a team to meet commitments in a dynamic startu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Lead the integration of complex defense solutions by translating tactical requirements into innovative products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and drive market adopti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming public sector consulting by guiding organizations through digital transformation and ERP implementations, while managing high-impact teams and fostering client relation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $282K *

Drive transformative B2B and B2C marketing strategies that enhance brand presence and user engagement across our dual marketplace. Lead a high-performing team, optimize multi-channel acquisition, and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Champion impactful programs by leading cross-functional teams, driving strategic alignment, and ensuring seamless execution. Leverage your expertise to manage complex initiatives that delight customer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $300K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive ML/AI initiatives, ensuring alignment and execution of strategic goals. Collaborate with senior leaders to transform ambitious strategies into actionable plans, me...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$168K - $285K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by leading R&D finance, partnering with executives to drive investment decisions, optimize spending, and enhance forecasting accuracy in a dynamic, AI-driven env...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $195K *

Accelerate progress at digital modernization initiatives by leading human-centered product design. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance workflows, automate processes, and create AI-enabled experi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy and execution for a key applications portfolio, driving innovation and growth through AI integration while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic hea...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$205K - $256K *

Transform your career by leading Apollo's data strategy, ensuring the highest quality B2B data for GTM success. Drive product vision, collaborate cross-functionally, and enhance customer experiences t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $150K *

The Senior Consultant, NetSuite is responsible for leading full-cycle NetSuite implementation projects, from discovery to deployment, while ensuring excellent customer service. This role involves coll...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive growth in mid-tier accounts, enhancing revenue retention through upselling and collaboration. Lead strategic conversations, manage expansion pipelines, and ensure client succe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by owning the end-to-end product surface, driving discovery, design, and migration while collaborating closely with users to solve real market problems in a dynamic healthcare environ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$219K - $285K *

Shape the future of digital innovation by leading technology solutions for Commercial and Global Medical Affairs. Foster strategic partnerships, define product vision, and enhance capabilities for suc...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $250K *

Champion the developer platform by enhancing CI/CD, governance, and observability. Build automated solutions that streamline workflows and empower teams to deploy applications efficiently, while ensur...

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

$125K - $150K *

Champion legal compliance in privacy and product development, advising on regulations. Collaborate with teams to ensure privacy-by-design principles, conduct assessments, and guide on product standard...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$194K - $228K *

Lead the charge in sustainability as a senior executive, driving growth and innovation in occupier facilities management. Mentor teams, enhance client relationships, and spearhead strategic initiative...

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the creative landscape by architecting an AI-powered production pipeline from concept to execution, driving innovative content that captivates and converts across various marketing channels...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining creative production with AI. You will manage the full lifecycle of content development from concept to delivery, leveraging cutting-edge tools to enhance performance acro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Deliver innovative design solutions for web products and DAPPs in DeFi. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experience while managing diverse design projects and ensuring product quality th...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth in the Canadian structured notes market by leading strategy, building relationships, and enhancing distribution channels. Collaborate with teams to ensure client success and position Luma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $165K *

Shape the future of AI products by leading strategy, vision, and execution. Drive innovation through collaboration and influence, ensuring exceptional value and responsible practices across diverse bu...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Drive the end-to-end lifecycle of innovative AI-powered products, shaping strategy and vision while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver exceptional business and customer value through effectiv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower quality through engineering excellence and automation. Drive innovation by integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with teams to elevate software standards and preven...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance operational excellence by managing day-to-day activities, driving strategy, and ensuring safety and metrics are met across business units. Collaborate with leaders to implement programs and en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.