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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$109K - $186K *

Champion business growth across European defense markets by developing strategies, engaging stakeholders, and managing sales cycles. Build long-term relationships to position solutions as the preferre...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the product vision and strategy, owning the lifecycle from discovery to launch, focusing on scalability and performance in a cloud-based platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure innovat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product strategy and delivery by collaborating with clients, designers, and engineers. Drive AI-enabled solutions while managing ambiguity and ensuring meaningful outcomes through effective co...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $165K *

Transform strategic partnerships by driving new business and expanding relationships with Independent Agencies and Brand Direct clients, leveraging advanced advertising solutions and insights to unloc...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform product strategy for integrations in Employer Services, driving innovation and connectivity. Collaborate with partners to enhance client experiences and develop scalable solutions that meet...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to deploying and sustaining software-enabled autonomous systems. You'll bridge technical gaps, ensuring operational readiness and enhancing customer independence through h...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $214K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare marketing by crafting compelling narratives and driving innovative go-to-market strategies for AI Care solutions across the Payor ecosystem. Leverage your expe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $145K *

Transform your career by overseeing contract manufacturing operations, ensuring quality and efficiency across diverse product formats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$147K - $220K *

Drive the success of clinical study projects by managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to ensure project objectives are met while fostering a culture of...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $220K *

Optimize project delivery by leading clinical study initiatives, ensuring quality, budget, and timelines are met. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive success in complex global trials while man...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $170K *

Transform user experiences by creating impactful product education and training. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product adoption, streamline communication, and drive measurable user success...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $220K *

Advance product innovation by leading strategy and execution across multiple products. Drive data-informed decisions, manage complex lifecycles, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 days ago

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

$143K - $286K *

Shape the future of AI-driven merchandising by leading product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful AI experiences that enhance decision-making and drive...

San Bruno, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$86K - $165K *

Drive strategic sourcing and supplier management for aerospace hardware, optimizing costs and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence design and enhance supply chain...

Connecticut, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $175K *

Accelerate progress at our Operations by leading efficiency initiatives that drive cost savings, enhance service, and improve overall operational excellence. Partner cross-functionally to deliver impa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform the technical department by leading a team, ensuring quality control, and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective management and support. Drive operational excellence while fosteri...

Fishers, INRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Transform educational outcomes by driving strategic sales growth in Humanities and Social Sciences. Build trusted partnerships, leverage data-driven insights, and deliver innovative learning solutions...

Boise, IDRemote

Yesterday

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

$85K - $110K *

Help us drive strategic sales growth in Humanities and Social Sciences by building trusted relationships, delivering innovative learning solutions, and achieving sales targets through a blend of virtu...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted yesterday

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

$85K - $110K *

Drive strategic sales growth by fostering partnerships in Humanities and Social Sciences. Collaborate with faculty to deliver tailored solutions, advancing learner outcomes and institutional success t...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Engage with educational institutions to identify needs and deliver innovative sales solutions. Drive sales growth through a blend of in-house and field work, leveraging data and market intelligence to...

Orlando, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's advancing global health by supporting critical clinical trial submissions. In this role, you'll lead regulatory strategies, ensure compliance, and collaborate with diverse teams to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $110K *

Shape the future of utility design by leading a team in joint-use and electrical distribution projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to safety standards while fostering client relationships...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance clinical database design, driving efficiency and innovation in data management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality in clinical tria...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate customer satisfaction by addressing complex inquiries and issues. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance processes and ensure effective communication, while monitoring case health and imple...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $195K *

Transform global service growth strategies and drive profitable solutions through innovative commercial offerings, pricing, and customer insights while leading a dynamic team in a fully remote environ...

Indianapolis, INRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.