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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$130K - $180K *
Innovate your career by leading product strategy and execution in AI-driven simulation and autonomy. Collaborate with customers and technical teams to transform complex needs into impactful product so...
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$90K - $180K *
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Principal Experience Designer - Visual Design & Design Systems
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Shape the future of visual design for an enterprise design system, leading the evolution of its visual language and guiding teams to create consistent, high-quality experiences across products and maj...
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Lead the design strategy for a comprehensive financial product stack, focusing on user experience across trading, margin, and DeFi workflows. Collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams to enh...
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Principal Analog Layout Design Engineer/Lead
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Transform the future of optical communication systems by leading complex analog layout design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure first-pass silicon success while mentoring junior engin...
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Director, Design - Conversational Design
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Unlock exceptional conversational experiences by leading a high-performing design team. Drive strategic direction and foster collaboration to create intuitive, engaging interactions that enhance membe...
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Sourcing Specialist (Product Development) - Remote
$87K - $131K *
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Regional Territory Manager - Palo Alto Product Specialist
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Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Remote - United States)
$124K - $170K *
Champion regulatory strategies to accelerate product approvals and compliance. Lead a dynamic team in supporting innovative medical devices, ensuring alignment with global regulations while fostering...
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Senior Product Designer, Platform
$131K - $178K *
Join a dynamic team to design innovative solutions that enhance user experiences across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to unify product interfaces and drive measurable outcomes, wh...
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AI Product Designer (US Based)
$100K - $120K *
Lead transformative design initiatives by applying user-centric principles and collaborating across teams to enhance digital experiences. Drive project delivery, mentor talent, and engage with clients...
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Project Design Manager - Client Services
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by managing clinical trial project setups and amendments. Collaborate with teams to ensure client requirements are met, while serving as a subject matter expert to enhance process eff...
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$160K - $500K+*
Engage in cutting-edge verification methodologies to drive scalable solutions across blocks and systems, ensuring robust validation at the chip level. Champion verification execution, planning, and cl...
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Lead Product Designer, Growth Platform
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Join a team that's redefining customer journeys through innovative design. Lead impactful web experiences, elevate design standards, and collaborate across functions to enhance user engagement and dri...
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$85K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team to drive the development and optimization of digital eCommerce platforms, ensuring alignment with business goals while fostering innovation and collaboration across cross-functiona...
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$95K - $110K *
Transform creative visions into reality by leading design projects, mentoring teams, and collaborating with clients. Drive strategic branding initiatives while ensuring high-quality deliverables in a...
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Package Layout Engineer - Hardware
$108K - $184K *
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$192K - $251K *
Champion innovative design solutions as a Lead Product Designer, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing user experiences for Jira. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the future of w...
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$95K - $115K *
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Principal Cost Engineer - Design to Value
$96K - $192K *
Join a dynamic team to drive cost reduction initiatives and enhance material productivity across global business units. Collaborate with stakeholders to influence design and manufacturing changes, ens...
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What does a Product Design Specialist do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.