Explore Product Design Specialist Jobs

Product Design Specialists help turn customer needs and business goals into useful, intuitive digital products. They work across research, interaction design, visual design, prototyping, and testing to improve experiences from the first idea through launch and iteration. Browse vetted Product Design Specialist opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Product Design Specialist Do?

Responsibilities vary by company and product, but often include understanding user needs, mapping journeys, creating wireframes and prototypes, developing interface designs, and partnering with product managers and engineers. Specialists may also facilitate usability studies, interpret feedback and product data, maintain design systems, and refine experiences after launch.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for a portfolio that demonstrates strong problem-solving and end-to-end design work. Relevant skills can include user research, interaction and visual design, prototyping, accessibility, information architecture, and familiarity with design tools such as Figma. Clear communication, collaboration, and the ability to explain design decisions are valuable across teams.

Where Product Design Specialists Work

Product Design Specialists contribute to products across technology, financial services, healthcare, e-commerce, media, and other industries. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on a particular platform, customer segment, product area, or stage of the product lifecycle. Titles and responsibilities can differ, so review each listing for its specific scope and requirements.

Find Your Next Product Design Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities and identify Product Design Specialist jobs that match your experience and goals. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details in each listing, and discover roles paying $100,000 or more.

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$90K - $180K *

Innovate product strategy and execution for moderately complex offerings, driving customer discovery and cross-functional collaboration to enhance value and achieve business goals while mentoring juni...

Bentonville, ARRemote

6 days ago

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

$112K - $126K *

Join us to lead strategic investments in Service Engineering and Technical Publications, driving innovation through AI technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product lifecycl...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $120K *

Drive the financial health of projects while leading teams to success. Manage budgets, forecasts, and vendor coordination to ensure project delivery across multiple brands. Your strategic insight will...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $109K *

Unlock potential by driving project execution and fostering collaboration across teams. Manage risks, enhance visibility, and support multiple initiatives to ensure timely delivery and continuous impr...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Empower creative excellence by leading diverse teams to craft innovative designs across digital and immersive platforms. Drive impactful storytelling and mentor talent while balancing hands-on design...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $150K *

Champion demand generation by executing integrated campaigns to drive pipeline growth and revenue, collaborating cross-functionally with Sales and Product teams for fuel growth through strategic marke...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower the future of industry marketing by driving GTM strategies and thought leadership across professional services sectors. Collaborate with diverse teams to create impactful narratives and insigh...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Advance your career by driving growth in key industrial markets. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to build relationships, convert clients, and develop a robust sales pipeline while providin...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $220K *

Transform complex defense requirements into actionable product strategies, driving technical execution and market adoption for cutting-edge Electronic Warfare and Sensing Solutions. Collaborate with c...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$144K - $189K *

Unlock potential by leading product innovation in clinical genomics. Shape tools for case management and data workflows, ensuring efficiency and quality while collaborating with lab directors and engi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $207K *

Drive cross-functional program management initiatives, ensuring successful execution from capture to delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders to align objectives, manage risks, and leverage GM's capabi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $95K *

Contribute to public safety operations as a technical expert, enhancing user experience through UAS product demonstrations, training, and support. Travel extensively to engage clients, ensuring operat...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $135K *

Engage with engineers and executives to create compelling technical content that showcases innovative CAD solutions. Deliver presentations, demos, and tutorials that highlight product features and the...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $155K *

Shape project success by leading engineering efforts, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within scope...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing product sales strategies, collaborating with diverse teams to drive profitability and foster customer relationships while utilizing technical expertise in a fast-paced...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $134K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative mechanical designs for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, execute complex projects, and enhance mechanical design expertise i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $172K *

Shape the future of digital experiences by leading creative direction for marketing campaigns and branding initiatives. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative, high-quality assets that resonat...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $205K *

Create innovative marketing campaigns by leading a dynamic team of designers. Drive the creative vision across multiple platforms, ensuring high-quality visuals that align with brand strategy and maxi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $135K *

Shape innovative learning solutions for Medicaid agencies, driving improvements in health and community well-being. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop engaging content and ensure project succes...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing seamless integration solutions using Boomi and Intapp. Collaborate with project teams to design, optimize, and deliver effective results, while ensuring data security and...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to drive integrated marketing strategies that enhance brand visibility and support business growth through innovative campaigns, digital activation, and thought leadership across m...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $166K *

Drive our end-to-end Lifecycle strategy and customer communications journey, leveraging data and AI to enhance engagement across multiple channels. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize conversio...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Empower the Foot and Ankle team by driving growth and building key relationships. Engage with surgeons in the operating room and support sales initiatives to enhance product adoption and customer sati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Drive your career with a dynamic team focused on building innovative products that delight users. As a Product Manager, you'll lead impactful projects, collaborate closely with engineers, and shape th...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative design solutions that elevate brand identity across diverse media. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful visual assets, ensuring consistency and clarity in commu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Product Design Specialist do?question toggle

    A Product Design Specialist designs and improves products by combining user needs with business objectives. The work may include research, user flows, wireframes, prototypes, interface design, usability testing, and collaboration with product and engineering teams.

  • What skills are important for Product Design Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Commonly sought skills include user-centered design, interaction and visual design, prototyping, research, accessibility, and design systems. Employers also value a strong portfolio, communication, and cross-functional collaboration.

  • What should I include in a Product Design Specialist portfolio?question toggle

    Showcase a few relevant projects and explain the problem, your role, the design process, key decisions, collaboration, and results. Include research or testing insights where appropriate, and make clear how your work improved the product or user experience.

  • Do Product Design Specialist jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some Product Design Specialist roles pay $100,000 or more, depending on factors such as experience, location, industry, and scope. Review individual job listings for compensation information and requirements.

  • How can I find Product Design Specialist jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Product Design Specialist listings on Ladders and review each opportunity’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find roles aligned with your background and goals.