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.
$145K - $185K *
Lead and inspire engineering teams to deliver high-quality digital products, ensuring alignment with business priorities while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement in a dyna...
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$130K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality capital projects in regulated environments. Drive operational excellence and mentor talent while ensuring compliance with saf...
1 week ago
$102K - $154K *
Lead the charge in managing complex customer escalations, driving rapid resolutions and systemic improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and customer experiences while ensuri...
1 month ago
Sr Product Manager, Large Ag Autonomy
$142K - $250K *
Accelerate innovation in autonomous agriculture by leading product strategy, collaborating with engineering and commercial teams, and transforming customer insights into impactful solutions that drive...
2 days ago
$178K - $367K *
Elevate organizational effectiveness by serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership, driving clarity and accountability across cross-functional initiatives, and translating complex challenges...
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Staff Product Marketing Manager
$120K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading product marketing strategies for enterprise security buyers. Collaborate with Sales and Product teams to enhance positioning, create impactful materials, and drive successf...
3 weeks ago
$160K - $210K *
Join a team that's redefining healthcare by crafting compelling product narratives, shaping go-to-market strategies, and driving growth in mid-market and enterprise segments through innovative marketi...
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$154K - $208K *
Elevate global wellbeing initiatives by leading a diverse team to create inclusive, sustainable strategies that enhance employee experiences and align with organizational goals, utilizing data-driven...
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$97K - $146K *
Elevate your design career by enriching our design system and creating AI-powered templates. Lead brand initiatives, manage creative requests, and produce engaging materials across various channels to...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Champion a team of product managers to drive innovative software solutions. Shape product direction, enhance customer understanding, and elevate product quality while fostering leadership and collabor...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform procurement operations by leading strategy and team management in a regulated manufacturing environment. Drive supplier performance, cost efficiency, and material availability to support pro...
2 days ago
Manager, Software Engineering - AI Tools
$120K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of AI engineering by leading a dynamic group of engineers and Technical Leads. Drive workforce strategy, enhance team capabilities, and ensure sustainable deliver...
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$110K - $130K *
Shape multi-year commodity strategies for electrical equipment, ensuring robust supplier negotiations and capacity management. Collaborate with engineering to optimize designs and mitigate risks throu...
2 weeks ago
Director of Product , Data Flywheel
$200K - $245K *
Pioneer data-driven engineering for our Autonomy Data Flywheel initiative, overseeing the entire lifecycle to enhance AI-driven operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve quality a...
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Join a team that's redefining product design by leveraging AI to enhance user experiences. Collaborate across functions to create innovative solutions, maintain design systems, and ensure quality in e...
2 weeks ago
$126K - $171K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative project management solutions for large law firms. Drive implementations, manage resources, and ensure client satisfaction while navigating complex challenges a...
2 weeks ago
Staff Systems Engineer - Architecture & Interfaces
$165K - $220K *
Join a team that's redefining avionics systems engineering by translating customer needs into innovative architectures and requirements. Collaborate across domains to deliver high-quality solutions in...
3 days ago
Senior Manager, Service Marketing & Product Management - REMOTE
$170K - $195K *
Transform global service growth strategies and drive profitable solutions through innovative commercial offerings, pricing, and customer insights while leading a dynamic team in a fully remote environ...
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$110K - $130K *
Champion enablement initiatives across Technical and Sales domains, partnering with experts to define and execute programs. Lead content development, delivery, and continuous improvement efforts to en...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Software Development Manager, Commerce
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in shaping innovative Commerce solutions, guiding a high-performing engineering team to deliver exceptional customer experiences while driving technical excellence and strategic decisi...
1 week ago
Senior Software Engineering Manager
$150K - $180K *
Engage in leading a diverse technical team to drive innovative engineering solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives while fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and t...
1 week ago
Senior Product Manager, Payments Gateway
$160K - $180K *
Lead the charge in transforming our payment gateway strategy, driving performance and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and ensure compliance while optimiz...
3 days ago
Senior Product Manager, Payments Gateway
$180K - $200K *
Shape the future of payment gateways by owning strategy, driving performance, and leading engineering teams. Collaborate with product and finance teams to enhance transaction success and compliance wh...
3 days ago
$100K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to drive the market strategy for analytics and MLOps, enhancing product positioning, enabling competitive insights, and crafting engaging launch materials to support major enterpri...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Transform the future of quantum technology by leading product definition and architecture for a groundbreaking initiative. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape solutions and drive market e...
2 weeks ago
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.