Product Design Managers guide the people and processes behind intuitive, useful digital products. They connect customer needs, business goals, and design craft—helping teams turn research and ideas into experiences that are clear, accessible, and effective. Explore vetted Product Design Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
Responsibilities often include leading and mentoring product designers, setting design direction, partnering with product and engineering leaders, and advocating for user-centered decisions. Managers may oversee discovery research, interaction and visual design, prototyping, usability testing, and design systems. The scope varies by organization, product, and team structure.
Employers commonly look for experience in product or UX design, a strong portfolio, and the ability to guide design work from early exploration through launch. Communication, coaching, prioritization, and cross-functional collaboration are important. Some roles also value expertise in accessibility, research methods, design systems, analytics, or a particular industry.
Product Design Managers work across technology companies and other organizations building digital products. Opportunities may include managing a focused product team, leading designers across multiple product areas, or progressing into senior design leadership. Team size, reporting structure, and required experience differ across employers.
Search Ladders for vetted Product Design Manager jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by company, location, and responsibilities, then focus your search on opportunities that match your experience and leadership goals.
Principal Product Manager, Product Development Platforms
$173K - $290K *
Champion innovation in product development platforms, driving strategy and execution for AI-first tools that enhance collaboration and efficiency across teams. Lead the evolution of platforms, ensurin...
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New Product Development Program Manager
$123K - $169K *
Drive your career with end-to-end management of new product development programs, ensuring alignment across teams and delivering innovative solutions for critical digital infrastructure in a dynamic e...
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Principal Product Manager, Lighthouse
$275K - $300K *
Transform customer experiences by leading the multi-location product initiative, driving strategy, and developing innovative solutions that scale across the platform for diverse users, empowering them...
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Staff Product Designer, Activation
$135K - $160K *
Empower startups to achieve rapid compliance with Vanta's AI-driven solutions. As a Staff Product Designer, you'll shape the customer experience from onboarding to activation, driving product strategy...
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Strategic Program Manager - Boston
$123K - $145K *
Optimize product launches by collaborating cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery and high quality. Leverage engineering expertise to manage complex programs, drive continuous improvement, and e...
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Sr. Design-Build Project Manager
$125K - $150K *
Lead and manage design-build projects, ensuring timely completion within budget while meeting client objectives and contractual obligations. Oversee scope development, financial performance, and compl...
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$85K - $90K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of our Advisory platform. As a Product Manager, you'll drive product strategy, prioritize customer needs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure su...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate product execution by translating client needs into actionable requirements, collaborating with engineering and data science teams to deliver standardized measurement solutions across various c...
6 days ago
$112K - $143K *
Drive product innovation by overseeing the lifecycle of our flagship car wash software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategy, prioritize features, and ensure high-quality deliver...
1 week ago
Staff Product Designer, Drafting
$150K - $225K *
Pioneer innovative design solutions as a Staff Product Designer, driving AI-powered workflows and enhancing user experiences in a complex legal tech environment. Collaborate closely with engineering t...
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$127K - $203K *
Join the charge in shaping technical solutions by transforming stakeholder needs into actionable requirements, fostering collaboration within teams, and ensuring project success throughout the product...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Innovate and enhance educator solutions by leading product management initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify customer needs and drive product development that aligns with str...
4 days ago
Technical Product Manager, Core Banking
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in transforming our core banking platform by driving technical architecture and integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions that enhance operatio...
3 days ago
$175K - $185K *
Shape the future of product marketing by crafting compelling narratives and strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate technical capabilities into impactful content and drive suc...
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$200K - $215K *
Join a team that's redefining product design in healthcare. Lead and mentor a talented design team, shaping innovative solutions across hardware, software, and business processes while ensuring qualit...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping innovative products by translating customer needs into actionable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and deliver high-quality outcomes in a dyn...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform the future of automation by leading innovative robotic solutions. Drive design, compliance, and manufacturing processes while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic, growth-stage envi...
1 week ago
$95K - $149K *
Lead the charge in delivering complex product development projects by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving operational excellence from initiation to delivery in...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $140K *
Shape the future of AI-driven financial advice by designing intuitive, impactful products. Collaborate closely with PMs and engineers to create solutions that enhance user experience and drive results...
1 week ago
Senior Product Designer - ShareGate
$125K - $160K *
Innovate solutions for complex software challenges, guiding product design from concept to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and leverage AI for impactful work...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive the evolution of a comprehensive design system, enhancing user experiences across web and mobile platforms. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure quality, accessibility, and c...
4 days ago
$140K - $170K *
Unlock the potential of our product as a Senior Product Manager, driving outcomes that deliver real value to customers and the business. Collaborate closely with design and engineering to shape soluti...
5 days ago
Senior Product Manager, Retailer App Platform & Insights
$184K - $233K *
Drive your career as a Senior Product Manager, shaping innovative retailer experiences and analytics solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver impactful products that empower retailers to thri...
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Manager, Industrial Controls Engineering
$144K - $211K *
Drive engineering excellence by leading a high-performing team in implementing and scaling industrial control systems. Collaborate across functions to ensure reliable, maintainable solutions that supp...
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Product Manager - Sponsorships
$185K - $250K *
Lead the charge in shaping innovative sponsorship products, collaborating across teams to enhance advertiser and publisher experiences while driving growth in a scalable marketplace. Your hands-on app...
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What does a Product Design Manager do?
A Product Design Manager leads and develops product designers, shapes design direction, and collaborates with product, engineering, and other teams to create useful digital experiences. Responsibilities vary by company and role.
What qualifications are common for Product Design Manager jobs?
Many positions seek product or UX design experience, a portfolio demonstrating design work, and a record of collaboration or leadership. Employers may also value coaching ability and skills in research, prototyping, accessibility, or design systems.
How much do Product Design Managers earn?
Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore roles in that salary range.
Where can I find Product Design Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Explore Product Design Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.