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.
$105K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional architectural projects. Oversee project financial performance, manage teams, and ensure effective communication from inception to completion whil...
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Technical Development Manager-Bags and Accessories
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to setting the technical direction for bags and accessories, ensuring design intent meets production standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation...
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$110K - $130K *
Shape user-centered designs for advanced medical devices, leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, usability, and alignment with regulatory standards while enhancing patient and clinician...
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Product Lifecycle New Product Project Manager
$143K - $185K *
Lead the charge in managing product lifecycles from introduction to end-of-life, ensuring cost targets and quality standards are met while driving continuous improvement and risk mitigation across cro...
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Product Lifecycle New Product Project Manager
$143K - $185K *
Partner with us to lead cross-functional teams in managing product lifecycles, ensuring cost targets and quality standards are met while driving continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives t...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by driving product strategy and execution for Flexpipe, influencing market positioning and expansion. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product lifecycle and competitiveness...
Today
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in product innovation. Own strategy and execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform customer insights into impactful solutions that drive business success and enh...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in building impactful products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform customer insights into actionable strategies, driving product success and enhancing user experience...
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Hardware Production Program Manager
$110K - $120K *
Manage the end-to-end production planning and lifecycle of advanced aerial sensors and drone payloads, ensuring seamless execution from design to deployment while driving cross-team collaboration and...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Technical Development (adidas Collaborations | Apparel)
$108K - $119K *
Elevate apparel innovation by leading technical development from concept to production. Drive engineering excellence, fit consistency, and digital solutions while collaborating with cross-functional t...
Yesterday
$95K - $115K *
Create user-centered designs that enhance complex enterprise workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver intuitive, scalable experiences while driving product strategy and ensuring d...
2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of digital products by designing intuitive, scalable experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex workflows into user-centered soluti...
2 days ago
Sr Process Owner, RDC Design Team
$73K - $132K *
Drive innovation in supply chain operations by owning process design for packing functions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency and scalability, ensuring impactful solutions that mode...
Reposted 1 week ago
Project Manager, Product Development
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in coordinating product initiatives across multiple teams, ensuring project alignment and timely delivery. Drive efficiency through effective communication, risk management, and contin...
2 weeks ago
Principal Product Engineer, US
$130K - $155K *
Empower customer-focused solutions by leveraging your engineering expertise. Collaborate closely with product management to understand user needs, build impactful software, and drive meaningful outcom...
1 week ago
Product Manager (2x YC founder mentorship)
$130K - $160K *
Accelerate progress at a dynamic startup by driving impactful solutions and fostering innovation. Collaborate closely with executives to tackle challenges and enhance operational efficiency in a fast...
5 days ago
Product Manager (2x YC founder mentorship)
$130K - $160K *
Shape the future of product development by collaborating with leadership, navigating complex challenges, and driving strategic initiatives in a fast-paced tech startup environment. Accelerate your car...
5 days ago
Product Manager (2x YC founder mentorship)
$130K - $160K *
Unlock potential by driving product development and strategy in a fast-paced startup environment, collaborating closely with leadership to tackle complex challenges and accelerate your career trajecto...
5 days ago
Product Manager (2x YC founder mentorship)
$130K - $160K *
Partner with us to drive impactful solutions in a dynamic environment. Leverage your skills and experience to tackle challenges alongside our executive team, fostering growth and innovation in a colla...
5 days ago
Product Manager (2x YC founder mentorship)
$130K - $160K *
Drive product innovation and strategy in a fast-paced startup environment, collaborating closely with the CEO and executive team. Gain exposure across functions while developing leadership skills to a...
5 days ago
Product Manager (2x YC founder mentorship)
$130K - $160K *
Unlock your potential by taking ownership of impactful projects in a dynamic environment. Collaborate closely with executives and drive solutions that enhance operational efficiency while growing your...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering strong client relationships and effective communication across teams to drive project succ...
3 weeks ago
Product Manager I, YouTube Premium Member Experience
$138K - $197K *
Shape the future of consumer experiences by driving product strategy and managing the lifecycle of innovative features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance engagement and maximize impac...
5 days ago
Principal Product Manager - RTL-to-GDS Digital Implementation
$154K - $277K *
Optimize product success by leading cross-functional teams to define market needs, develop roadmaps, and execute strategies that drive revenue growth in the RTL-to-GDS digital implementation space...
1 week ago
$75K - $115K *
Lead the charge in driving cross-functional manufacturing projects, improving operational performance and product quality while ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution. Collaborate with various...
Reposted 5 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.