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.
$152K - $221K *
Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance products. Drive product strategy, prioritize customer needs, and deliver solutions that elevate user experience and satisfact...
5 days ago
$152K - $221K *
Drive innovation by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and enhance products, ensuring alignment with customer needs and organizational goals while managing product lifecycles effecti...
5 days ago
Lead Product Manager, Omnichannel Personalization
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by leading product strategy and innovation across complex omnichannel personalization initiatives. Drive product success through collaboration, data-driven decisions, and a focus on u...
2 weeks ago
Senior Technical Product Manager, Agentic Customization
$104K - $194K *
Join us to drive the development of agentic customization tools, overseeing product surfaces and technical contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and ensure robu...
1 week ago
Senior Technical Product Manager, Agentic Customization
$104K - $194K *
Manage the development of agentic customization tools, overseeing product surface and technical contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance skill authoring, integration, and security...
1 week ago
Technical Project Manager - Embedded Systems
$104K - $162K *
Manage end-to-end delivery of embedded vehicle systems, coordinating cross-functional teams to drive innovation in infotainment and control systems while ensuring compliance with safety standards and...
2 days ago
Architectural Project Manager - Manufacturing/Industrial
$80K - $110K *
Drive project success by leading teams through all phases of design and delivery, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and strong client relationships while managing schedules and financial performance...
4 days ago
Architectural Project Manager - Manufacturing/Industrial
$80K - $110K *
Lead the charge in managing architectural projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction through all phases of design and delivery while fostering strong team collaboration and financial performan...
2 weeks ago
Architectural Project Manager - Manufacturing/Industrial
$75K - $100K *
Elevate project execution by leading teams through all phases of design and delivery, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while managing schedules and budgets for manufacturing and industrial pro...
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Architectural Project Manager - Manufacturing/Industrial
$95K - $115K *
Drive your career forward as you lead project teams through all phases of design and delivery, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while managing schedules and budgets in a dynamic architectural...
4 days ago
Architectural Project Manager - Manufacturing/Industrial
$80K - $110K *
Champion project success by leading teams through all phases of design and delivery. Manage schedules, budgets, and client relationships while ensuring quality and compliance with standards in a dynam...
4 days ago
Architectural Project Manager - Manufacturing/Industrial
$80K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead architectural projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while managing schedules and budgets. Collaborate with stakeholders to del...
4 days ago
Architectural Project Manager - Manufacturing/Industrial
$95K - $115K *
Join our dynamic team to lead architectural projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction through all phases of design and delivery while managing schedules and budgets effectively...
4 days ago
Architectural Project Manager + Design
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to manage and execute interior construction projects, coordinating with clients and stakeholders from concept to completion. This role requires creativity, organization, and a pass...
Reposted 1 week ago
Staff Product Designer, MarianaOS
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's dedicated to simplifying complex workflows in MarianaOS. You'll design user-centered experiences, grow our design system, and collaborate across functions to enhance usability for h...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of trim engineering in seating by leading design processes, mentoring teams, and ensuring product quality. Collaborate globally to resolve technical challenges and optimize resources...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as you drive product execution, ensuring quality and efficiency in manufacturing. Collaborate across functions to translate objectives into actionable plans, managing schedules and...
1 week ago
$95K - $230K *
Advance your career by leading aerospace design initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams, utilizing CAD technology to develop innovative structures across multiple program phases, while mentoring t...
Reposted 4 days ago
Senior Designer - Footwear (Performance)
$107K - $141K *
Champion innovative footwear design by collaborating with cross-functional teams to create advanced product solutions that meet evolving athlete needs while aligning with brand vision and sustainabili...
2 weeks ago
Technical Product Marketing Manager (Staff)
$135K - $160K *
Develop impactful GTM strategies to launch AI solutions, driving product adoption and shaping messaging for diverse audiences. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful product positioning and opt...
Reposted 1 month ago
$130K - $155K *
Lead the design of complex enterprise AI experiences, transforming user insights into intuitive workflows. Collaborate closely with Product and Engineering to deliver innovative solutions that enhance...
1 week ago
$85K - $105K *
Lead the charge in designing and delivering advanced building technology systems. Oversee projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality and coordination across disciplines while fostering cl...
3 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Pioneer innovative mechanical design solutions for data centers. Drive project success from inception to operational handover, ensuring top performance and efficiency through collaboration and expert...
Reposted 5 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Join us to design innovative tools for an AI-powered factory operating system. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to enhance workflows and create impactful user experiences that drive e...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager
$120K - $145K *
Lead a high-performing team of Manufacturing Engineers to enhance production processes, drive operational excellence, and ensure quality and safety in a dynamic aerospace manufacturing environment. Ch...
1 week 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.