Product Design Manager Jobs

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.

What Does a Product Design Manager Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Outlook and Opportunities

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.

Find Product Design Manager Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$90K - $120K *

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Victoria, BCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $297K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

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Jacksonville, FLRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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Irvine, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$161K - $242K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $220K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $165K *

Lead the charge in transforming construction projects through effective virtual design management, ensuring integrated workflows, modeling standards, and exceptional team collaboration to deliver impa...

Glendale, CARemote

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

$160K - $200K *

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Ohio, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $175K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $147K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $243K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$181K - $245K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion cross-functional collaboration to drive product direction, manage complex ecosystems, and deliver impactful solutions. Engage deeply with users and stakeholders to translate needs into action...

Raleigh, NCRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

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Boston, MARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the advancement of Virtual Design standards and workflows, collaborating across teams to enhance project delivery. Provide training and support while evaluating emerging technologies to optimize...

West Des Moines, IARemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

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Iowa City, IARemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion Virtual Design excellence by leading standards, training, and technology integration across teams. Collaborate to enhance workflows and project delivery, ensuring consistent practices and inn...

Bettendorf, IARemote

1 week ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Product Design Manager do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Explore Product Design Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.