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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$169K - $303K *

Transform the design landscape by leading core editor experiences, shaping intuitive tools, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate how users create and build products together in a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the mechanical design program for a cutting-edge wearable, overseeing part release, tooling, and validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and quality, whi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing team of electrical design engineers, ensuring quality and timely delivery of low and medium-voltage switchgear projects while fostering collaboration an...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive design excellence by creating intuitive solutions for complex user needs, collaborating closely with Product and Engineering teams to enhance user engagement and achieve business goals in a dyna...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation by building and leading a design engineering function, overseeing product development from concept to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure high-performance, durable produc...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and engineering of innovative products, balancing performance, aesthetics, and manufacturability. Collaborate on technology development, concept generation, and testing to ensure opti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer the design execution strategy for a large-scale semiconductor facility, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to meet operational requirements and ensure project milestones are achieved efficie...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower product innovation in apparel by leading the development process for a major retail partner. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, cost efficiency, and high-qualit...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as you lead end-to-end design for complex AI-driven systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive, secure user experiences that prioritize trust and precis...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building and operating a cutting-edge Product Design lab. You'll translate design concepts into reality, manage machining operations, and ensure safety and quality in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing specialty gas delivery systems, ensuring alignment with customer needs and market trends while driving product innovation and lifecycle strategies for the se...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of product design, shaping a seamless sports prediction platform. Collaborate with leadership and teams, driving user-centric solutions and iterative improvements across design systems...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving product innovation by translating market needs into actionable solutions. Collaborate across functions to enhance product lines, guide development, and ensure long-term succ...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $137K *

Elevate engineering solutions by designing innovative systems for global supply chains. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex challenges, manage multiple projects, and drive impactful results in a...

1 week ago

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

$99K - $160K *

Invent innovative engineering solutions to enhance global supply chain efficiency. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex design challenges, manage multiple projects, and drive impactful results in...

2 weeks ago

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

$142K - $188K *

Drive collaborative processes within the Industrial Design team, ensuring effective communication across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Product Management while managing project goals and resources i...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of life science projects by leading multi-discipline teams, ensuring project delivery excellence, and fostering client relationships. Drive business growth while mentoring staff and m...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $115K *

Transform user insights into innovative home security designs, collaborating across teams to create compelling products from concept to production. Ideal for detail-oriented designers passionate about...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $160K *

Drive innovative solutions in material handling systems, collaborating across teams to tackle complex challenges. Lead projects from concept to deployment, ensuring efficiency and quality in fast-pace...

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

$140K - $185K *

Drive the future of factory design by leading comprehensive programs from concept to operational handoff, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder engagement throughout the project...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the end-to-end product development process, collaborating with design and sourcing teams to create high-quality, innovative furniture products that meet brand standards and...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $220K *

Shape exceptional customer journeys by leading a UX design team to create seamless digital and in-store experiences that enhance membership value and drive loyalty through innovative design strategies...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Drive user-centered design to enhance banking access for millions. Collaborate with customers and engineers to create intuitive experiences, ensuring quality from concept to production in a fast-paced...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing banking access through innovative design. As a Product Designer, you'll create user-centered solutions, collaborating with customers and engineers to deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of banking access by designing user-centered solutions that enhance usability and aesthetics. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create engaging experiences that meet complex needs in...

2 weeks 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.