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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$100K - $170K *

Champion project management excellence by leading engineering initiatives, coordinating schedules, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders to drive successful manufacturing facility pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion transformative marketing initiatives to boost brand visibility and customer engagement. As a key player, you'll drive product strategy, oversee impactful campaigns, and foster relationships w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$132K - $146K *

Join our team to define and enhance product strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and develop market-driven medical device solutions that improve patient outcomes and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Lead high-profile construction projects, ensuring timely execution and budget adherence while fostering strong relationships with clients and internal teams. Drive project strategies, planning, and im...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Innovate with us to lead the industrial design team, driving product development and design trends for lighting and ceiling fans. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure designs meet consumer needs w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $300K *

Contribute to innovative product design by ensuring manufacturability and quality, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate concepts into high-quality, scalable products while navigating...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to develop innovative, luxury card designs that elevate brand identity. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure visual excellence and compliance while creating stunnin...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $145K *

Optimize product design by transforming innovative concepts into practical solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance the homebuyer experience through research, technical documentation, and effect...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Create impactful product experiences by shaping design from discovery to delivery. Collaborate with engineers and customers to transform complex workflows into intuitive solutions, establishing design...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $178K *

Join a team that's redefining logistics by leading innovative automation and material handling design initiatives for next-gen delivery stations, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in a fast-paced...

1 week ago

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

$105K - $145K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design integrated solutions that enhance user experience, leveraging AI tools and a design system to create cohesive workflows and drive product value in a B...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining product design by integrating complex systems into a cohesive ELD platform. Collaborate cross-functionally to create user-centered solutions that drive real value and enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in shaping global healthcare packaging design. As a Principal Design Program Manager, you'll establish frameworks and standards, drive strategic decisions, and ensure seamless collabor...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative AI-powered products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive B2B SaaS experiences, driving projects from concept to launch whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Champion the technical quality and workflow of residential solar plan sets, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Lead a team in creating, reviewing, and improving designs while collaborating with various...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Analyze production strategies and manage vendor relationships to optimize costs and lead times while ensuring quality standards are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive timely executi...

3 days ago

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

$220K - $275K *

Invent innovative hardware solutions by leading product design and engineering processes from concept to mass production, leveraging customer insights and cross-functional collaboration to drive impac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver innovative systems design solutions while managing project budgets, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and mentor designers for con...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

Champion cross-functional collaboration to drive product development, translating market needs into actionable plans while supporting product standards across diverse verticals, ensuring alignment wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $135K *

Champion cross-functional collaboration to drive product development, translating market needs into actionable insights. Support product standards across diverse verticals, ensuring alignment and exec...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user experiences through innovative design. Lead complex UX projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior designers while driving user...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative UX design projects that enhance user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful designs, mentor junior designers, and contribute to...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user experiences through innovative design. Lead comprehensive research, create impactful prototypes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive use...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic design team to tackle complex enterprise workflows, transforming customer insights into actionable product solutions. Collaborate closely with engineers and leverage AI tools to enhance...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in product design and engineering, overseeing a team to create custom trailers. Collaborate with manufacturing and sales to ensure quality and efficiency while driving innovation and t...

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.