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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$160K - $200K *

Empower clients by leading the implementation of innovative solutions, ensuring successful adoption and integration of Omnissa Workspace ONE. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive business outcomes...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading a team to analyze and enhance Auto product performance, leveraging AI insights to drive growth and profitability while collaborating with key stakeholders to shape futur...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Advance your career by joining a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative enterprise solutions. Engage with a variety of technologies while supporting mission-critical systems. Drive customer suc...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $165K *

Innovate compliance practices at the intersection of consumer branding and regulatory excellence, ensuring fast, customer-friendly experiences within a highly regulated life and annuity landscape...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $173K *

Shape the future of healthcare by managing sales territories, driving growth, and fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders. Utilize data analytics and CRM tools to enhance customer engagem...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $108K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role driving strategic growth in wholesale and government sales. Lead account management, cultivate partnerships, and enhance market presence while collaborating cross...

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

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $118K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. As a Senior Product Owner, you'll align product strategy with execution, ensuring clarity a...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $268K *

Develop and execute sales strategies for AEDs and related products in the Education and Utility sectors. Drive new business, manage complex sales processes, and collaborate with partners to enhance ma...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $145K *

Elevate your career by driving growth through broker relationships, expanding market presence, and delivering tailored solutions. Collaborate with teams to analyze trends and foster partnerships for s...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $149K *

Reimagine product marketing for partnerships by crafting compelling narratives and executing go-to-market strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer experiences and drive successfu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Innovate your career by driving go-to-market strategies and customer marketing for CPQ solutions. Collaborate across teams to launch initiatives, craft compelling narratives, and leverage AI tools to...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$151K - $176K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and optimization for next-gen satellite communications by translating complex regulations and providing technical guidance across multidisciplinary teams, drivin...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$107K - $147K *

Champion the integration of business needs and technical solutions, driving product delivery through collaboration with stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to translate requirements into actionable...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the growth of a dynamic organization by owning talent acquisition and people operations. Drive scalable systems, optimize recruitment channels, and enhance employee experiences within a...

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Reposted 3 days ago

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

$143K - $169K *

Lead the transition to a modern, AI-native ITSM platform, enhancing service management across teams. Drive employee-centric design, streamline workflows, and ensure seamless integration while maintain...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$149K - $224K *

Lead the charge in shaping digital solutions for perioperative workflows, driving strategy and execution across cross-functional teams to enhance clinical outcomes and operational efficiency in surgic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$141K - $212K *

Pioneer innovative managed service solutions by leading technical engagements with MSP partners. Shape enterprise data strategies and drive competitive wins through architectural design, commercial fl...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform OEM partnerships by driving strategic growth and innovative solutions. Leverage market insights and relationship-building skills to negotiate impactful deals and collaborate with senior lead...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $201K *

Accelerate your career in Regulatory Affairs by driving FDA strategies for innovative cardiovascular medical devices. Collaborate with global teams to influence product approvals and enhance regulator...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming patient engagement through innovative marketing strategies. You'll develop and execute multichannel campaigns, crafting compelling content that drives enro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.