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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$85K - $95K *

Empower product innovation by leading customer engagement and development processes. Drive projects from concept to production, ensuring alignment with user needs and market trends while managing a dy...

1 week ago

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

$112K - $135K *

Explore innovative digital experiences by driving product vision and strategy for cutting-edge infotainment systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user engagement and ensure align...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining creative program management. You'll oversee complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results while optimizing workflows and enhancing collaboration acr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $175K *

Lead the creative program management efforts, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality projects across various marketing initiatives. Drive process improvements and foster collaboration within a dynam...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team to implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, optimize processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring alignment with strategic goal...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead the Templating Service, driving strategy and execution for multi-site enterprise accounts. Own the end-to-end process, consolidating systems and enhancing operational data gove...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in shaping enterprise operational data. Own the Templating Service, streamline configurations, and lead design partnerships to enhance multi-site customer experie...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the Templating Service by owning strategy, execution, and design, ensuring seamless integration for multi-site enterprises while driving innovation in operational data governance and hierarc...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive material planning and inventory optimization to enhance supply chain execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and support production readiness in a fast...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $147K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with specifications. Collaborate with stakeholders and oversee site activities to...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive product development initiatives that meet market needs while managing research projects to ensure effective and timely execution. Lead and mentor teams, fostering collaboration and innovation wi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Empower the product development lifecycle by designing innovative skid-steer and excavator attachments. Oversee projects from concept to production, collaborating with teams to ensure optimal performa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive product innovation by designing AI-enabled workflows that simplify complex insurance operations, ensuring user trust and operational efficiency through close collaboration with engineering and g...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Elevate guest experiences by defining product vision and leading cross-functional teams to enhance digital platforms and operational efficiency. Drive strategic initiatives that transform onboard comm...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $160K *

Innovate by defining a multi-year product vision and leading cross-functional teams to enhance guest experiences through digital platforms and operational excellence. Drive strategic initiatives and e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$200K - $250K *

Lead and mentor a high-performing physical design team, driving ASIC implementation from RTL to GDSII. Collaborate across teams to ensure design convergence and establish best practices for high-speed...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Transform internal tools for robot operations by owning the roadmap, prioritizing high-impact workflows, and coordinating across teams. Drive efficiency in testing, maintenance, and data management to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career by leading demand generation initiatives that drive qualified leads and enhance engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute integrated marketing c...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize demand generation strategies, execute integrated campaigns, and drive lead nurturing programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance engagement and support...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$152K - $210K *

Optimize global product development processes, enhancing efficiency and quality for faster, more cost-effective product launches. Lead strategy across stakeholders, ensuring alignment and continuous i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$152K - $210K *

Empower our global product design process! Lead the efficiency of the end-to-end Design to Launch framework, enhancing governance and decision-making to consistently deliver innovative products with s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive your career forward by leading multidisciplinary design projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to innovate solutions while managing budgets and schedu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $108K *

Accelerate innovation by developing design solutions for new and existing products. Collaborate cross-functionally to lead projects from concept to production, ensuring quality and efficiency througho...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $155K *

Engage with a dynamic team to lead innovative interior design projects, balancing creative vision with technical execution. Drive excellence across aviation and commercial portfolios while mentoring d...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale firmware projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate across teams, manage risks, and provide updates to senior leadership while driving execution in a dynamic environm...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.