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.
$150K - $180K *
Elevate our quantum technology initiative by leading product definition and architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape solutions and engage with customers, driving innovation in a...
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Frontend Engineer - Design Systems
$140K - $158K *
Partner with us to enhance design systems by building shared components and patterns. Collaborate with designers and engineers to create accessible, user-friendly interfaces that elevate product exper...
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$100K *
Join a team that's managing environmental projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff and driving business development efforts in the oil and gas sector...
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Lead Program Manager, Customer Portfolio
$110K - $130K *
Lead complex product group initiatives, ensuring successful delivery through strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and cross-team collaboration. Mentor program managers while driving transformat...
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Senior Product Manager, People Product
$137K - $202K *
Shape the future of compensation products by owning the development and management of a comprehensive range-setting tool and analytics roadmap that enhances productivity for Compensation Partners and...
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Product Manager, New Content Initiatives and Analysis
$140K - $175K *
Transform investment research by evaluating and integrating diverse datasets, enhancing AI-driven workflows, and driving strategic content initiatives to elevate platform value and user experience...
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$110K - $130K *
Join us to lead the enterprise Program Management Office, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring alignment across divisions. You'll mentor project managers, oversee governance, and enhance project...
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$89K - $120K *
Shape the future of Health & Benefits by driving product execution across a diverse portfolio. Utilize your expertise in Agile methodologies and technical fluency to modernize products and enhance use...
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$95K - $135K *
Transform the future of financial products by building end-to-end experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance user interactions and drive business...
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Lead, Digital Product Management
$125K - $165K *
Optimize the digital journey by enhancing product evaluation experiences. Drive consumer confidence and collaboration across teams to accelerate purchase progression through seamless, data-driven web...
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Senior Technical Product Marketing Manager
$145K - $195K *
Elevate product marketing by creating compelling collateral for AI solutions, collaborating with product teams, and aligning messaging across audiences, while ensuring materials are current and impact...
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Marketing Personalization Strategy Manager
$120K - $135K *
Shape the future of personalized marketing by leading strategy and execution across digital channels. Collaborate with teams to define impactful customer journeys and optimize campaigns for measurable...
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$104K - $155K *
Lead the charge in customer-focused project management, ensuring effective delivery of technical solutions while coordinating with diverse stakeholders and fostering strong relationships for successfu...
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$148K - $269K *
Shape your career by leading software development teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive project success through expert guidance, strategic planning, and effective management of resources in a f...
2 days ago
Senior Engineering Manager, Containers
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Join a dynamic team to drive technical vision and operational excellence in cloud-native platforms. Lead engineering efforts, champion security practices, and empower talent while ensuring system stab...
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Drive growth by building and scaling credit card acquisition channels through innovative affiliate partnerships, targeted paid search, and social programs, while collaborating with cross-functional te...
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Implementation Project Manager
$90K - $110K *
Champion client success by leading complex implementations, managing risks, and ensuring operational readiness. Collaborate with executive stakeholders to deliver projects on time while maintaining hi...
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Principal Product Manager - Vertical Partnerships
$148K - $185K *
Drive product strategy and innovation to enhance vertical partnerships, focusing on tailored experiences across industries. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful solutions that boost use...
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$160K - $200K *
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Senior Mechanical Engineer/Project Manager (Remote)
$150K - $170K *
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Product Manager- PDU/RPP (Power Distribution Unit / Remote Power Panel
$120K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading product strategy and lifecycle management for Power Distribution Units and Remote Power Panels, driving innovation and market success in critical power applications...
3 days ago
Manager, Security Design & Delivery
$170K - $200K *
Champion the security design and delivery for hyperscale projects, ensuring comprehensive protection through physical and electronic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish stand...
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$130K - $160K *
Create impactful solutions as a Senior Product Engineer, owning projects from concept to delivery. Collaborate with a dynamic team, leveraging AI tools to enhance development while mentoring peers and...
3 days 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.