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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$153K - $170K *

Transform user experiences by designing impactful ad formats that enhance food discovery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create elegant, data-driven solutions that reach millions, driving...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing a dynamic team focused on product innovation, process optimization, and customer satisfaction. Drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping user experiences from the ground up. As a Product Designer, you'll own the design process for web and mobile, creating intuitive products and a cohesive design system while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $202K *

Drive product operations excellence by leading cross-functional teams, enhancing AI integration, and optimizing UX design to ensure a seamless product development lifecycle that empowers rapid, high-q...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $102K *

Partner with us to drive innovation and lead product development efforts. You will oversee complex projects, ensuring alignment with consumer needs, brand strategies, and profitability targets while c...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape user experiences by designing intuitive UI for Playground and Console. Collaborate with senior designers on impactful feature work, enhancing product impressions while gaining fluency in our des...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $220K *

Lead the user experience strategy and design execution across a diverse product portfolio. Drive innovation and consistency while mentoring a talented design team and collaborating with cross-function...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $95K *

Shape innovative architectural solutions by leading design efforts, collaborating with clients, and mentoring junior staff. Drive projects from concept to execution, ensuring aesthetic excellence and...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$90K - $165K *

Drive innovation in process development by leading global NPI teams, enhancing manufacturing efficiency, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality production standards and su...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Designer, leading commercial kitchen projects with advanced design skills and client engagement. Collaborate with a dynamic team, mentor peers, and drive innovative sol...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Champion the delivery of a large-scale, multi-channel marketing program, ensuring client satisfaction and project success through effective management, collaboration, and innovative solutions over a 1...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $140K *

Drive innovative discovery experiences by leading e-commerce product management, enhancing customer exploration through strategic insights and collaborative execution across teams, ensuring impactful...

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

$120K - $145K *

Architect and deliver innovative digital solutions that enhance revenue and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced technologies and optimize ecommerce systems, ensur...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative digital solutions by architecting and delivering strategic initiatives that enhance revenue and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize eCommerce systems an...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $155K *

Shape the future of product innovation by managing the end-to-end product strategy, collaborating with teams, and ensuring successful launches while maximizing customer value and driving business grow...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $170K *

Drive innovation as you lead AI-powered product design initiatives, collaborating with teams to create transformative user experiences. Shape the future of technology by designing functional, user-cen...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a Mechanical Engineering team, driving technical project execution and customer support while ensuring product designs meet functional and manufacturability requirements across cross-f...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $178K *

Transform design workflows by developing innovative tooling solutions for cross-functional teams, enabling efficient and high-quality user experiences in product development while leveraging AI-based...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform product management by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance an Enterprise SAAS platform and mobile app, driving feature adoption and customer engagement while supporting sales...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $205K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of autonomous flight by designing and refining mechanical systems. Collaborate with engineers to create innovative solutions, driving designs from concept to produ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$194K - $282K *

Join our team to define and optimize monetization strategies for Adobe's Creativity and Productivity segment, driving growth through innovative pricing, market analysis, and cross-functional collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your project management skills by leading diverse real estate developments from concept to handover. Inspire and mentor your team while ensuring quality, budget, and timeline adherence across...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of fire protection technology by driving product strategy, collaborating cross-functionally, and managing a global portfolio to enhance safety and business resilience in innovative wa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$236K - $329K *

Transform user experiences by leading a dynamic design team, driving innovative strategies, and collaborating across functions to create intuitive solutions for a global audience. Shape the future of...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $204K *

Champion innovative mechanical design for robotic EOAT, leading a dynamic team to tackle complex engineering challenges while collaborating across disciplines to drive automation solutions from concep...

2 weeks ago

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

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.