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.
$150K - $180K *
Champion innovative design solutions as a Principal Product Designer, leading UX strategy and AI experiences for a complex platform. Drive workflow transformation and mentor talent while shaping the f...
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Lead Product Manager - Seasonal Decor
$114K - $138K *
Empower innovation by leading the development of seasonal décor products from concept to market. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive growth, leveraging consumer insights and AI technologi...
3 weeks ago
$87K - $130K *
Transform customer engagement by overseeing the development of innovative digital health solutions that enhance user experiences for patients and providers. Manage product lifecycles, ensuring complia...
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Staff Product Manager (Semiconductor Systems)
$104K - $193K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of semiconductor testing by leading product strategy and lifecycle management. Drive innovation and business results through deep customer engagement and cross-fu...
1 week ago
$165K - $247K *
Empower product development by leading and mentoring teams of engineers. Bring your expertise to complex projects while fostering creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration within a fast-paced con...
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$130K - $219K *
Engage with customers to identify key challenges and drive product innovation. Collaborate across hardware, software, and AI teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance physical operations and g...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance operational efficiency, drive product quality, and implement innovative manufacturing solutions while ensuring optimal resource utiliz...
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$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in driving product vision and strategy for our core SaaS Operations line. Collaborate across teams to deliver solutions that address customer needs while scaling the business and enhan...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Mechanical Engineering - Medical Devices
$110K - $130K *
Transform the future of medical devices by leading a dynamic mechanical engineering team. Drive innovative solutions, ensure project success, and enhance user experiences while collaborating with stak...
3 weeks ago
Product Manager - Industrial Solutions
$120K - $140K *
Join our team to shape innovative industrial solutions, driving product strategy and execution. You'll lead cross-functional efforts, ensuring compliance and safety while delivering impactful products...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Software Engineering - UX Platform
$258K - $376K *
Empower a high-performing engineering team to enhance Figma's multi-product ecosystem. Drive strategy, foster collaboration, and champion inclusivity while delivering exceptional product experiences t...
3 days ago
Manager, Software Engineering - UX Platform
$258K - $376K *
Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance user experiences across Figma's multi-product ecosystem, driving innovation and collaboration in a creative environment...
3 days ago
Principal Product Manager - Documentum
$110K - $130K *
Champion transformative solutions as a Principal Product Manager, driving product vision and strategy. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer-centric development and manage product lifecycles, ma...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive the creative vision as a Senior Manager of Visual Design, leading a talented team to elevate our brand's visual identity across multiple channels while ensuring high-quality execution and innova...
5 days ago
Product Manager, Property Intelligence
$95K - $158K *
Transform the Property Intelligence platform by connecting customer needs with product insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance product adoption and engagement through analytics and feedback, dri...
2 days ago
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Lead the mechanical architecture of advanced jet engine systems, guiding design from prototype to flight qualification. Drive technical decisions, mentor engineers, and ensure high standards in a fast...
1 week ago
Senior Industrial Designer, Fauna
$145K - $196K *
Empower your career by leading Class A surface development for innovative robotic designs. Collaborate with engineers to ensure production-ready models while defining cosmetic finishes and maintaining...
1 week ago
Sr. Product Manager - Option and Sustaining Portfolio Planner
$130K - $155K *
Manage the lifecycle and priorities of server options, collaborating across teams to enhance processes and ensure timely releases. Drive strategic decisions that align customer needs with business goa...
4 days ago
Product Manager, Solutions Design
$130K - $180K *
Reimagine solutions by leading product development from concept to MVP. Partner with cross-functional teams to design user-centered applications that drive business value while shaping strategic recom...
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Product Manager, Solutions Design
$130K - $180K *
Shape the future of enterprise solutions by leading product strategy, development, and execution. Collaborate across teams to transform concepts into user-centered applications that deliver measurable...
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Product Manager, Marketing Hub
$163K - $236K *
Transform the advertising landscape by leading product strategy and development. Collaborate cross-functionally to create innovative solutions that enhance user experience and drive business growth in...
5 days ago
Product Manager - Wristbands and Labels
$95K - $115K *
Transform your expertise into impactful product strategies, driving P&L, innovation, and market relevance. Collaborate cross-functionally to launch new products and enhance customer value in a dynamic...
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Product Manager - Wristbands and Labels
$100K - $120K *
Transform product strategy and execution for a healthcare portfolio, driving innovation and market relevance through collaboration with cross-functional teams and customer insights to achieve revenue...
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Senior Product Designer - Games
$95K - $119K *
Pioneer innovative gameplay experiences by designing engaging products that unite players. Collaborate across teams to transform concepts into captivating physical games, ensuring quality and creativi...
3 days ago
$71K - $104K *
Innovate in product engineering by enhancing design, manufacturability, and reliability. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, manage changes, and deliver projects on time, ensuring quality a...
3 weeks 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.