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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$211K *

Partner with us to drive technical alignment between internal teams and foundries, ensuring seamless adoption of semiconductor processes and timely tape-outs while owning device validation and documen...

San Jose, CARemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and innovate IT Controls and AI Resiliency projects, ensuring effective management and delivery within scope, budget, and schedule while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Elevate healthcare technology by owning mobile and web apps that enhance clinician workflows. Drive product direction, prioritize initiatives, and ensure patient safety while leveraging AI to improve...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing product strategies for Benefits, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and deliver customer value through data-driven insights and aut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading BIM initiatives and enhancing digital design workflows. Collaborate across teams to implement cutting-edge technologies, drive best practices, and support project delivery...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $135K *

Drive growth by partnering with sales teams to identify and develop cybersecurity service opportunities. Lead consultative engagements, create proposals, and deliver impactful presentations while coll...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Tackle the procurement lifecycle for mission-critical cooling equipment in data centers. Lead strategic initiatives, supplier performance, and operational excellence, while managing risks and driving...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a multidisciplinary team to design, develop, and scale integrated hardware and software systems, ensuring reliability, quality, and operational effectiveness in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $130K *

Join our dynamic team as we drive AI adoption forward! You'll coordinate training engagements, manage events, and enhance team communications, all while supporting our mission to innovate and improve...

New Jersey, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive Navy revenue growth as you partner with executives to innovate and execute forward-thinking GTM strategies, transforming opportunities into impactful contracts while navigating complex defense e...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Innovate captivating motion graphics and animation for diverse media, creating dynamic visuals that engage audiences. Collaborate with teams to transform briefs into cinematic content while maintainin...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $210K *

Transform the owner activation journey by streamlining processes from agreement to live listing. Drive metrics on activation rates and retention while collaborating with teams to enhance onboarding ef...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$84K - $127K *

Drive supply chain efficiencies by leveraging data analysis and engineering methods. Collaborate on operational design and optimization projects, ensuring effective communication and problem-solving a...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Empower progress at the forefront of semiconductor technology by managing process transfers and product qualifications with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional yield and reliability standards...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$228K - $423K *

Shape the future of advanced missile programs by leading cross-functional teams, driving strategic R&D initiatives, and ensuring alignment with customer needs. Your efforts will pave the way for gener...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $155K *

Champion product innovation by managing software initiatives that enhance internal communication and streamline operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions and d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$99K - $149K *

Shape the future of digital recruitment by leading the implementation of innovative solutions. Collaborate with clients to optimize career sites, ensuring seamless integration and enhanced user experi...

Seattle, WARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$88K - $154K *

Analyze and validate complex construction schedules, ensuring project milestones are met. Collaborate with clients to assess schedule health, identify risks, and propose mitigation strategies while ma...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Lead transformative deployments in healthcare by collaborating with executives and stakeholders. Drive operational change, manage complex projects, and enhance staffing strategies across health system...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical architecture and implementation of AI solutions, driving rapid prototypes to production readiness while ensuring high code quality and seamless integration wi...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$137K - $209K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of product demand strategy. Drive pipeline and revenue for innovative products through strategic leadership and agile marketing initiatives. Collaborate closely w...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$97K - $126K *

Lead the charge in product marketing strategy, driving product launches and competitive outreach while collaborating across teams to ensure effective messaging and increased market visibility for tech...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $204K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing supply chain strategies for a dynamic program, ensuring effective supplier management and collaboration across functions to meet organizational objectives a...

California, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $114K *

Unlock potential by driving impactful product marketing strategies and launches. Collaborate across teams to enhance brand awareness and customer engagement while utilizing market insights to influenc...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in multidisciplinary design delivery for data center projects, ensuring buildable, cost-effective designs from planning through construction. Collaborate with teams to meet tenant need...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.