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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's focused on federal product marketing, driving value creation through Zero Trust strategies. Engage with government agencies to craft compelling messaging, support RFP processes, and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $146K *

Accelerate growth by leading customer consultations and technical sales support in biopharmaceutical production. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies that drive business objectives and enhance...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $125K *

Drive modernization efforts by managing the operating system for a federal agency's data and analytics platform. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective delivery, risk management, and adherence t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$185K - $195K *

Transform the future of fitness by defining and leading the product vision for AI Agents. Collaborate across teams to innovate solutions that enhance customer experiences and drive business growth in...

Ontario, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by architecting and enhancing next-gen research platforms, driving automation and reliability to provide researchers with cutting-edge tools. Collaborate in a dynamic environment brid...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $206K *

Lead cross-functional teams to develop and manage integrated program schedules, ensuring effective execution and performance through Earned Value Management and critical path analysis. Drive collabora...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $264K *

Champion brand integrity in a fast-paced eCommerce environment. Lead product strategies that protect marketplace brands while enhancing customer trust and seller growth through innovative solutions an...

Bellevue, WARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in technical program management by leading complex engineering initiatives, enhancing cross-functional collaboration, and improving team productivity in a dynamic...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$138K - $165K *

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New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Drive the end-to-end lifecycle of innovative AI-powered products, shaping strategy and vision while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver exceptional business and customer value through effectiv...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $187K *

Accelerate customer success by leading complex implementations of cloud-native PLM and QMS solutions. Manage program execution, project governance, and customer accountability to ensure timely decisio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$79K - $102K *

Champion customer success by guiding Mid-Market clients through the deployment and adoption of IoT solutions, ensuring they maximize value from our technology while building strong relationships acros...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and integration of advanced nuclear energy systems by applying systems engineering methods to translate objectives into clear, verifiable requirements and solutions, while collab...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $260K *

Lead technical solutions for U.S. Army accounts, enhancing digital performance and visibility. Collaborate with executives to develop strategies, conduct presentations, and address complex challenges...

Abell, MDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engage top talent by leading full-cycle recruiting efforts, partnering with hiring managers to create effective hiring strategies, and fostering a positive candidate experience in both English and Spa...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive growth by identifying and closing automation opportunities. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver tailored solutions, build lasting customer relationships, and exceed sales targets...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $131K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Consultant, providing expert Level 2 support for Teamcenter PLM environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues and ensure application s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $214K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $173K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality software delivery. Lead and mentor a team of engineers while optimizing processes and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous impro...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by designing CI/CD pipelines and automating processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance development efficiency while ensuring system compliance and security across AWS and Azure...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $190K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional post-sales technical support for federal clients. You'll troubleshoot complex systems, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure seamless ope...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.