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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$110K - $130K *

Empower customer success by designing and executing lifecycle programs that enhance adoption, retention, and expansion. Collaborate across teams to create impactful communications and leverage data-dr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $162K *

Empower our customer success journey by crafting lifecycle communications that drive adoption, retention, and expansion. Collaborate across teams to build impactful programs that resonate with our dig...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading treasury operations, managing liquidity, and optimizing investment strategies. Drive risk management and compliance while fostering banking relationships in a dynamic finte...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $160K *

Empower brands to enhance digital experiences by leveraging Adobe Analytics and AEP. In this strategic role, you'll collaborate with clients to translate business goals into actionable insights, drivi...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Engage with key military and defense customers to drive growth through strategic business development. Leverage your expertise in procurement processes and compliance to identify opportunities and fos...

Michigan, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $275K *

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Huntsville, ALRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

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Alberta, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$180K - $212K *

Elevate your design expertise by shaping enterprise tools that enhance product development and operations. Collaborate with engineering leadership to create intuitive, data-driven experiences that emp...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

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Utah, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Design innovative learning experiences that engage and empower associates. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform complex challenges into clear, actionable solutions using modern technology and st...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive product strategy and growth for switchgear, ensuring market competitiveness and profitability while collaborating with cross-functional partners to achieve long-term busin...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Drive the development of scalable backend systems and infrastructure for AI platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance automation, reliability, and performance while mentoring peers...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

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Minnesota, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $155K *

Unlock potential by providing advanced technical support and solutions, ensuring exceptional customer experiences. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues, mentor peers, and drive product improvement...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

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Indianapolis, INRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence as you oversee multiple facilities, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with leadership to enhance processes, analyze performance metrics, and guide teams in a dy...

Louisville, KYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by managing the leadership team's cadence, metrics, and contract operations. This hands-on role blends business judgment with execution, ensuring alignment and efficiency...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $185K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $400K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $215K *

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$236K - $296K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $269K *

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CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.