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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$125K - $190K *

Champion product marketing initiatives by enhancing messaging, executing launches, and driving customer engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize the buying journey and deliver i...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $160K *

Drive global upstream marketing initiatives by defining customer needs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and managing product lifecycle strategies to enhance market presence and achieve busi...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to engineering innovation, designing custom tooling and fixtures for high-volume production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and succes...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Help us shape the future of aviation products by leading development efforts, understanding customer needs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance u...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovation in product management by driving customer-focused development and deployment of aviation products, ensuring superior user experiences through collaboration and market insights...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead supply chain planning efforts, ensuring effective material fulfillment and mentoring professionals. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with cr...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $130K *

Transform the future of food packaging by leading the design and modernization of innovative machinery. Drive mechanical development, optimize efficiency, and ensure compliance with hygiene standards...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $110K *

Create and manage projects across various formats, leading teams to deliver high-quality production work while maintaining timelines, budgets, and client satisfaction. Collaborate closely with multipl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing multifaceted projects across diverse platforms. Oversee production personnel, budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships while ensuring seamless execution and client sati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic AI startup, shaping product design for enterprise automation. You'll lead the full design cycle, collaborating closely with teams to enhance UX, create systems, and influence product st...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with customers to design and build intuitive marketing automation features. Own product experiences from concept to execution, ensuring exceptional design and seamless integration within a comp...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $110K *

Manage and optimize diverse production projects, ensuring seamless execution, budget adherence, and team collaboration across various experiential environments while exceeding client expectations...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of innovative consumer electronics by leading product strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive market insights into successful product launches while man...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$241K - $297K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing New Platform Introduction strategies, optimizing resource allocation, and enhancing validation processes for next-gen autonomous vehicle systems, ensuring sea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$241K - $297K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy for New Platform Introductions, optimizing product planning, and driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance autonomous vehicle testing and validation...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$220K - $240K *

Join a dynamic team to lead product innovation in restaurant technology. Drive impactful solutions by collaborating with operators, enhancing user experiences, and scaling business lines to achieve si...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $240K *

Elevate your career by leading product innovation in restaurant technology. Drive impactful solutions, enhance user experiences, and collaborate closely with restaurant teams to scale our in-store off...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $280K *

Lead transformative AI, data, and customer experience initiatives, bridging strategy and execution. Establish governance and delivery frameworks to ensure measurable business impact across multiple te...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$221K - $289K *

Lead the design evolution of Jira, creating cohesive user experiences and mentoring teams. Drive strategic initiatives and collaborate across disciplines to enhance product impact for millions of user...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple IT projects, ensuring successful delivery through Agile methodologies and comprehensive planning. Collaborate with diverse teams to meet business objectives while...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of innovative electronic systems from concept to production, driving hardware design, solving complex challenges, and mentoring engineers while collaborating across teams to deliv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in defining an AI-first design process, shaping complex product experiences, and mentoring a small design team to elevate design standards and drive impactful outcomes in a dynamic B2B...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Accelerate your career by leading the operational setup and management of a dynamic accessory line. Drive supply chain efficiency, optimize distribution strategies, and enhance customer service while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $145K *

Lead the operational setup and management of a shower accessory business, developing scalable supply chain strategies, optimizing distribution networks, and ensuring exceptional customer service and o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $93K *

Transform supply chain processes by designing, improving, and governing workflows. Lead cross-functional initiatives, facilitate workshops, and drive adoption of changes to enhance operational efficie...

2 days ago

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

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.