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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$88K - $116K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive accurate product classification for imports and exports, ensuring compliance and optimizing duties. Collaborate across departments to enhance trade operations and main...

Washington, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading analytics solutions that drive decision-making and improve performance. Collaborate across functions to establish trusted metrics and promote self-se...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $246K *

Transform product development by leading AI-enabled initiatives, partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance customer value and business outcomes. Drive change through expertise and hands-on coa...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $190K *

Transform healthcare by leading the development of scalable clinical programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline onboarding processes while ensuring co...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $232K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $127K *

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

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United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $121K *

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $205K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $170K *

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Massachusetts, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $193K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$198K - $233K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $177K *

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

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4 days ago

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

$143K - $286K *

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5 days ago

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

$108K - $162K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $158K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $145K *

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New York, NYRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $109K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.