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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$158K - $208K *

Innovate the future of our enterprise SaaS platform by defining product strategy, driving customer value, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and achieve growth o...

Waterloo, ONRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $120K *

Champion strategic initiatives to enhance sales development and marketing operations, driving growth through data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration. Optimize processes and implement s...

California City, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing our growth roadmap, ensuring seamless integration across marketing, data, and engineering teams while maintaining data integrity and optimizing performance metrics for succ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate AI experiences from concept to value by collaborating with engineering and design teams. Drive strategy, build prototypes, and make data-driven decisions to enhance user engagement and product...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$94K - $95K *

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Maryland, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$236K - $370K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $276K *

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Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $155K *

Champion the execution of complex business initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, mentoring teams, and driving data-informed decisions to ensure alignment with organizational goals and prom...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $155K *

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California, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$131K - $190K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engage with clients, driving success in digital campaign execution. Become an expert in programmatic advertising processes, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and collabor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of AI-driven infrastructure products by leading strategic growth initiatives, collaborating closely with Marketing and Engineering, and influencing key product decisions for optim...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $162K *

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $180K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $173K *

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Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion partner relationships by driving acquisition, onboarding, and business outcomes. Own the full lifecycle of partnerships, develop joint plans, and measure results to fuel growth in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $197K *

Unlock the potential of product strategy and execution by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive enterprise transformations and ensure alignment with business objectives...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $260K *

Transform your career by leading product strategy and execution for payment solutions. Drive innovation in payment workflows, enhance reliability, and optimize operational efficiency while collaborati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $195K *

Pioneer AI-driven solutions in capital markets and legal disclosure. Lead product strategy and execution for a cloud-based platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, tr...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $240K *

Elevate technology strategy and operations for North America's supply chain, leading engineering teams to optimize platforms and processes. Drive innovation in order management and logistics while ens...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $260K *

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Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$137K - $186K *

Join our dynamic FinTech team as a Senior Product Manager, leading strategy, and execution to shape payment solutions. Leverage your product management expertise to drive growth and enhance customer e...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the user experience by designing intuitive digital hospitality solutions. Collaborate with product teams to create engaging interfaces across multiple platforms, ensuring seamless guest intera...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$108K - $130K *

Drive successful battery energy storage projects by managing installations, ensuring quality, and maintaining customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time...

United StatesRemote

4 days 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.