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 *

Join a team that's driving innovation in advanced interconnect solutions. You'll manage product profitability and strategy, collaborating with engineering and sales to enhance AI and networking techno...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $150K *

Champion the growth of advanced interconnect solutions, driving product strategy and profitability while collaborating with engineering, sales, and customers to deliver innovative connectivity solutio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $150K *

Lead the definition and governance of Food Safety & Quality specifications across North America, ensuring product compliance and excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive inn...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $135K *

Transform the insurance landscape by leading product innovation and development initiatives, enhancing personal Property products to meet member needs and drive profitable growth while ensuring market...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$129K - $216K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in medical technology by leading product strategy and commercialization efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance sales enablement and ensure successful...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$188K - $274K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful mechanical design and engineering validation for consumer products. Lead project schedules, mitigate risks, and communicate effectively with t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $158K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $169K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to develop innovative product solutions that address customer needs, enhance user experience, and drive business growth. Manage the entire product lifecycle from strategy t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing product categories through their lifecycle, driving New Product Introductions, and collaborating across teams to align strategies with market needs and business objectives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining product design through advanced ergonomics. Collaborate across disciplines to drive user studies, define specifications, and ensure performance requirements for innovativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $121K *

Develop innovative plastic components and mechanisms, leading cross-functional projects to meet market needs and quality standards in high-volume manufacturing for automotive and industrial applicatio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading product strategy for integrated solutions that enhance operational health and drive growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative offerings that...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $240K *

Drive impactful design solutions by collaborating with engineering and product teams, validating choices with analytics, and enhancing user flows through innovative UI/UX approaches in a fast-paced en...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing everyday wearables! You'll lead CAD design, manage vendor relationships, and ensure product performance, working closely with a dedicated group to transform innovati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the development and enhancement of manufacturing processes, spearheading equipment implementation and optimizing injection molding operations while managing cross-functional teams to ensure proje...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Help us drive innovation by managing product development and strategy, ensuring successful market introduction and profitability while collaborating across teams to meet operational targets and enhanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping user experiences by driving product design strategy, mentoring teams, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to tackle complex enterprise challenges and enhance de...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of telematics by leading product strategy and innovation. Drive enhancements, engage with stakeholders, and ensure product excellence while collaborating across teams to elevate custo...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $180K *

Elevate project success by leading end-to-end execution of complex AI initiatives. Partner across engineering, product, and business teams to ensure timely delivery and excellent standards for our adv...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.