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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$124K - $170K *

Shape innovative cloud-based solutions as a technical leader, driving best practices in software development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable systems while managi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$151K - $178K *

Lead the charge in developing B2B customer solutions, driving product strategy and execution across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance offerings, ensuring operational excellence and measu...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$154K - $208K *

Shape the future of quality operations by leading teams to enhance product excellence and consumer satisfaction across global markets, driving continuous improvement and strategic initiatives in a dyn...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative packaging design strategies that resonate globally. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling visuals while ensuring brand consistency and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform user experiences by leading innovative design solutions that prioritize usability and accessibility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate human-centered design principles and...

Sterling, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing impactful product experiences from concept to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-friendly, AI-enhanced solutions that drive efficiency in ins...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape impactful brand strategies in defense tech. Drive awareness, engagement, and demand through integrated campaigns while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance market perception and influence...

Mclean, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$143K - $196K *

Champion innovative solutions in healthcare coding by leading cross-functional teams, optimizing product strategies, and enhancing customer experiences through data-driven insights and agile methodolo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of end-to-end product design, leveraging AI tools to innovate and iterate. Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to shape solutions that enha...

Ontario, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $139K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the commercial construction sector by leveraging your sales expertise and collaborating with innovative professionals to exceed sales quotas and enhance customer r...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion the global intellectual property strategy, managing patents, trademarks, and licensing while providing expert legal guidance to leadership and cross-functional teams to protect innovation and...

Colorado, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Inspire and elevate design excellence as you lead a talented team, setting and maintaining visual standards, driving innovative campaigns, and partnering cross-functionally to advance Dandy's brand an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic design role focused on transforming complex supply chain systems into intuitive user experiences. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive imp...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$81K - $168K *

Elevate sourcing strategies across General & Administrative functions, managing the full lifecycle from market research to supplier management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficie...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $105K *

Lead the charge in crafting precise architectural specifications that support diverse projects. Collaborate with architects and contractors to ensure compliance with building codes and owner standards...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $106K *

Join us to enhance healthcare solutions through advanced software development focusing on clinical coding. Collaborate with diverse teams to create impactful applications that improve patient outcomes...

CanadaRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $211K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Industrial Controls workstreams, ensuring seamless execution of NPI programs. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative automation solutions on time and within...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$167K - $176K *

Shape the future of design operations by driving program execution, leveraging AI for efficiency, and managing cross-functional partnerships to enhance creative workflows and deliver impactful design...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $151K *

Drive operational excellence and program execution across design initiatives, leveraging AI to automate workflows and enhance collaboration. Build scalable systems and manage vendor relationships to e...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of property insurance by leading a dynamic product team to uncover user needs, drive innovative solutions, and deliver impactful outcomes through agile methodologies and data-driven d...

Lehi, UTRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer engaging visual communications by transforming complex data into compelling graphics. Collaborate with teams to create materials that support strategic initiatives, ensuring clarity and access...

Maryland, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $304K *

Drive transformative onboarding experiences for restaurants by defining cohesive setup flows and feature adoption strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance user journeys, leveraging systems thin...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Champion the development of healthcare marketing tools by guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, driving innovative features and optimizing user experiences to enhance HCP engag...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $99K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating insurance products, driving growth, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Collaborate with key stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle while contributing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$131K - $178K *

Inspire innovation as a Senior Product Designer, leading design strategies that transform financial workflows for law firms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive, high-quality e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.