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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$80K - $95K *
Design user-centered solutions to enhance banking access for millions. Collaborate with customers and engineers to create intuitive experiences, ensuring high-quality deliverables from concept to prod...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user experiences in banking. As a Product Designer, you'll create intuitive designs, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive innovation to improve platform u...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Shape user-centered designs that enhance banking accessibility and usability. Collaborate with customers and engineers to create engaging experiences, ensuring high-quality deliverables from concept t...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Design and shape user-centered banking solutions that enhance accessibility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive experiences, driving innovation and quality from concept to pro...
2 weeks ago
Product Manager, New Product Growth
$120K - $145K *
Drive innovation in B2B SaaS by leading early-stage product discovery, collaborating with cross-functional teams to validate ideas, and shaping solutions that meet market needs in aerospace and defens...
3 days ago
Product Manager, New Product Growth
$120K - $145K *
Deliver innovative product solutions by leading discovery processes, validating ideas, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growth in B2B SaaS markets, particularly in aerospace and...
3 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive the future of product management by leading cross-functional teams, defining roadmaps, and maximizing product value through strategic planning and execution. Collaborate closely with stakeholder...
5 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Elevate the customer experience by owning the AI-driven discovery process, ensuring seamless vehicle searches through data-driven insights and innovative solutions. Collaborate with engineering and de...
1 week ago
$134K - $179K *
Transform project outcomes by leading design production from development to closeout. Ensure efficiency, exceed client expectations, and mentor junior staff while maintaining safety and quality standa...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform the design engineering landscape by leading a talented team, ensuring high-quality project delivery, and collaborating across departments to meet strategic goals and customer needs in a dyna...
1 week ago
Program Manager, Design Tools & Enablement - Product, Design & Marketing Operations
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by leading the implementation and management of enterprise tools, ensuring effective adoption and continuous improvement across creative and product teams in a collaborative environme...
2 weeks ago
Product Design Producer, Find My
$135K - $160K *
Transform design operations by collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project clarity, strategy, and quality. Lead design reviews and ensure successful product launches while thriving in a...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Design Delivery - USA
$125K - $150K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI factory design delivery, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution from concept to handover while balancing quality, cost, and o...
1 week ago
Product Manager, New Product Growth- Supply Chain
$120K - $145K *
Transform the future of supply chain solutions by leading early-stage product discovery, collaborating with cross-functional teams to validate ideas, and driving product-led growth in a dynamic B2B en...
3 days ago
Product Manager, New Product Growth- Supply Chain
$120K - $145K *
Empower innovation by leading early-stage product discovery in supply chain solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify customer needs, validate ideas, and drive product development...
3 days ago
Senior Softgoods Digital Design Engineer
$175K - $215K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-quality Class-A surfaces for softgoods in humanoid robots, ensuring design fidelity and manufacturability from concept through production...
1 week ago
$130K - $241K *
Elevate your career by driving innovative digital product strategies, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance customer experiences, and leveraging AI technologies to deliver impactful solutions th...
4 days ago
$130K - $241K *
Shape the future of digital products by leading cross-functional teams to innovate and launch AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to transform strategic goals into impactful cus...
4 days ago
$130K - $241K *
Transform digital product management by leading AI-driven initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance customer experiences and drive measurable outcomes. Your expertise will shape innovat...
4 days ago
$130K - $241K *
Join a team that's redefining product management by driving AI-first digital solutions. Collaborate with diverse experts to transform strategic goals into impactful customer experiences, ensuring succ...
4 days ago
$130K - $241K *
Unlock potential by driving innovative digital product strategies and AI solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance customer experiences and deliver measurable outcomes, ensuring successful...
4 days ago
$130K - $241K *
Transform digital product management by leading cross-functional teams to innovate and launch AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance customer experiences and drive measu...
4 days ago
$130K - $241K *
Elevate digital product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to develop AI-driven solutions. Drive strategic execution from ideation to launch, ensuring impactful customer experiences and meas...
4 days ago
$130K - $241K *
Drive innovation by managing the end-to-end development of AI-driven digital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform strategic goals into impactful customer experiences, ensurin...
4 days ago
$130K - $241K *
Drive your career with a dynamic role in product management, focusing on AI-driven digital solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform strategic goals into impactful customer experiences an...
4 days ago
What does a Product Design Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
Explore Product Design Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.