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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$220K - $260K *

Elevate the buying experience by leading product strategy, enhancing catalog quality, and optimizing marketplace economics. Drive measurable outcomes through collaboration with operations and engineer...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise search and AI capabilities as a Senior Staff Inbound Product Manager. Lead a team to enhance user experiences, drive innovation, and shape product strategy for impactful, customer...

Addison, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $115K *

Transform the future of digital products by managing their lifecycle, optimizing user experiences, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive engagement and adoption while ensuring alignme...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $278K *

Empower a team of product researchers to drive strategic insights that shape buyer and seller experiences. Collaborate across functions to enhance product direction and foster a culture of innovation...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$102K - $136K *

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Alberta, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $286K *

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Sunnyvale, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Empower customer experiences by leading product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance engagement and drive growth in an agile environment focused on continuous imp...

Mason, OHRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer experiences through innovative product management. Collaborate across functions to drive engagement, optimize performance, and deliver impactful solu...

Mason, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$187K - $257K *

Empower transformation initiatives by leading enterprise projects, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving strategic outcomes. Collaborate with diverse teams to define program strategies and e...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

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Ithaca, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$123K - $218K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $178K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $166K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead and transform large-scale retrofit and modernization projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and high customer satisfaction while coordinating cross-functional teams and managing st...

Louisville, KYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $190K *

Build a resilient Site Reliability Engineering practice, leading a global team to enhance cloud platform reliability, scalability, and operational excellence while fostering collaboration and continuo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $150K *

Lead the charge in defining product strategy for a high-impact AI platform. Collaborate across teams to translate vision into actionable roadmaps, driving innovation and customer value while ensuring...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $225K *

Empower growth by leading AI product initiatives, driving customer adoption, and enhancing market competitiveness while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver measurable business outcomes and str...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Drive exceptional client outcomes by managing complex, cross-functional projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure clarity, timely execution, and risk management, transforming strategy into ac...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform user experiences by leading the design and strategy of a cutting-edge predictive marketing platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive, data-driven interfaces that...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$62K - $99K *

Lead project teams in efficiently onboarding clients to software, focusing on ACV recognition while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project success through strategic planning and cross-functional...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $154K *

Champion growth by leading strategic sales initiatives in the residential dealer segment. Collaborate with teams to develop territory plans, drive business development, and mentor field sales represen...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.