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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$105K - $135K *

Join us to lead innovative fire protection projects, ensuring safety and compliance. Utilize your expertise to design and implement life safety systems while mentoring a dynamic team and collaborating...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the UX design for innovative, consumer-focused experiences. Drive cohesive systems across digital and physical touchpoints ensuring quality interactions and visual langu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead transformative UX design across digital and physical platforms, ensuring a cohesive, customer-centric experience. Drive product development while enhancing usability through insightful design, co...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $110K *

Join our Product Design team to shape innovative digital experiences for millions. Lead end-to-end design processes, collaborate cross-functionally, and leverage emerging technologies to enhance membe...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive product strategy, development, and market integration for innovative solutions. Collaborate across departments to enhance product offerings and support growth initiatives...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $270K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the guest web ordering experience by managing a team of full-stack engineers. Drive product innovation, optimize conversion rates, and ensure engineering excellence across...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$250K - $270K *

Transform the guest web ordering experience by leading a team of full-stack engineers. Drive innovation in menu quality and conversion strategies for enterprise brands, ensuring impactful results thro...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion project success by leading a multi-disciplinary team to deliver mission-critical electrical equipment, ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and time objectives throughout the project lifecycl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Unlock excellence in PCB design and manufacturing by leading DFM initiatives, developing complex multilayer layouts, and shaping best practices across engineering teams to enhance product performance...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Elevate PCB design excellence by leading DFM initiatives and developing high-density layouts. Collaborate across teams to ensure manufacturability and drive continuous improvement in processes and sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive the design and development of automotive powertrain components, utilizing CAD software to create 3D models and detailed drawings. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure functionality and m...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $201K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative supply chain facilities globally, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive technical standards and optimize project del...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining product marketing and lifecycle strategies. You'll drive growth through innovative programs, leveraging audience insights and AI to enhance member experiences and turn sa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$185K - $230K *

Advance your career by leading agile design projects that craft intuitive web and mobile tools, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences from concept to pixel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$236K - $329K *

Empower user-centric design by leading multidisciplinary teams, defining product strategy, and transforming complex workflows into intuitive experiences. Collaborate with engineering and product leade...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $191K *

Play a key role in leading a multi-year R&D program, managing five interdependent projects from development to launch. Collaborate across functions to ensure alignment and successful execution, drivin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$94K - $157K *

Elevate innovation by leading product strategy for integrated video and data solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance surgical visualization and drive market adoption, ensuring alignment with cu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $140K *

Elevate our Blending category by driving product strategy, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance market performance and innovation for Hamilton Beach® blenders. Your expe...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$134K - $179K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy infrastructure by leading multidisciplinary design efforts for complex projects. Drive innovation and ensure high-quality, code-compliant designs while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of manufacturing operations, driving production efficiency, quality, and safety in a regulated environment. Lead a high-performing team, ensuring alignment with business goals and conti...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform public agency operations by leading product strategy and execution for a cutting-edge asset management platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features that en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of the product design process, collaborating with teams to create intuitive, user-centered interfaces that enhance software usability and drive customer satisfaction. Your role will spa...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Design and ship innovative core features that transform how users interact with data, collaborating across teams to deliver intuitive solutions and insights while fostering a high-trust, ownership-dri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Analyze customer needs and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative software solutions that enhance product performance and user experience, driving growth in diverse industries a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive execution across complex robotics programs, ensuring alignment and quality across hardware, software, and AI teams. Collaborate with product leadership to translate priorities into actionable pl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.