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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$110K - $145K *

Shape the future of packaging innovation by developing advanced concepts that drive growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to design sustainable solutions that enhance consumer experiences and outperf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of municipal water and wastewater projects. Lead strategic planning, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement from pursuit through preconstruction, ensuring successf...

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

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion security compliance initiatives across firmware development, driving cross-functional collaboration and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while managing complex projects from incepti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality processes, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement initiatives in the RV manufacturing sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $155K *

Inspire design excellence as you lead a talented team in creating innovative interior solutions for aviation and commercial projects, balancing creativity with technical precision to deliver impactful...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $210K *

Transform product vision into reality by leading cross-functional teams, driving strategic initiatives, and shaping industry-leading solutions that align with organizational goals and user needs. Your...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $242K *

Help us shape the future of personalized travel experiences by designing intuitive solutions that connect traveler signals and preferences with innovative technology, enhancing user engagement and sat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$187K - $299K *

Transform the traveler experience by designing intuitive, personalized interactions that leverage AI and data insights. Collaborate across teams to create impactful solutions that enhance understandin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$173K - $242K *

Shape the future of personalized travel experiences by designing intuitive solutions that leverage AI and traveler insights, enhancing engagement and relevance across diverse user interactions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $110K *

Drive eCommerce manufacturing projects from inception to completion, ensuring customer satisfaction and financial success. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance the digital experience and manage s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $140K *

Shape the future of product management by driving strategy, development, and marketing initiatives to maximize profitability and market share. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innova...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $225K *

Lead the charge in integrating Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) within a high-profile construction program, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure efficient design, production, an...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $220K *

Lead and mentor a team of product designers, driving design excellence and innovation across digital platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and deliver impactful...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading product strategy for supply chain orchestration. Drive technical decisions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and leverage AI to enhance workflows, ensuring measu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead mechanical design projects, collaborating across disciplines to innovate and transition technologies for defense applications. Contribute to all phases from conception to o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$203K - $214K *

Empower your creativity by joining a mission-driven team that designs impactful customer experiences through innovative strategies and exceptional design. Drive growth initiatives and craft engaging j...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative Footwear and Apparel collections, guiding teams through color, material, and construction strategies while ensuring alignment with market trends and consumer in...

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex fiber optic network projects, ensuring timely delivery and operational excellence. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to drive project success from in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$175K - $220K *

Join a team that's redefining lunar exploration by ensuring the reliability of cutting-edge rover systems. Lead a talented group in building robust designs that withstand extreme conditions, driving i...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $184K *

Drive user engagement by designing top-of-funnel experiences that convert leads into owners. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize acquisition flows and enhance user journeys through dat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$168K - $210K *

Innovate user experiences in investment management software by collaborating with engineers and product managers to design clear, efficient trading workflows that integrate AI tools for enhanced clari...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.