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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$166K - $244K *

Transform quality assurance in automotive design by overseeing appearance approvals, managing part assessments, and mentoring team members while driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve excel...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform user experiences by leading the core design generation process, ensuring seamless integration from ideation to execution. Drive impactful product iterations through user insights and a deep...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $350K *

Join our design team to create innovative industrial designs for hardware. Collaborate with engineers to transform concepts into production-ready products, ensuring a seamless blend of aesthetics and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive technical excellence by leading product engineering, ensuring fit, quality, and manufacturing ease across apparel and swim. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish and maintain brand standar...

4 weeks ago

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

$68K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining in-vehicle experiences through innovative UI/UX design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful digital solutions that enhance customer interactions a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $185K *

Drive your career with innovative design solutions that enhance in-vehicle experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-focused interfaces, ensuring alignment with customer need...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the CAD file lifecycle for additive manufacturing, collaborating with engineering teams to create and modify CAD models, ensuring printability and design integrity while managing file sharing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $93K *

Elevate product design by developing innovative solutions through collaboration and prototyping. Support cross-functional teams in bringing concepts to life while ensuring alignment with design philos...

Today

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

$175K - $205K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of autonomous flight by designing and refining mechanical systems. Collaborate with engineers to create innovative solutions, driving designs from concept to produ...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$117K - $125K *

Drive the product development process by leading a team, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring timely execution of product cycles. Collaborate across departments to enhance product quality and a...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of innovative mechanical designs for railway vehicles, ensuring compliance with project standards. Collaborate on structures, interiors, and components using SolidWorks, while optimizin...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of rail vehicles by designing innovative structures and components. Leverage your expertise in 3D CAD and materials to create efficient, compliant designs that en...

Montreal, QCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$157K - $235K *

Partner with us to design and prototype innovative products, collaborating across teams to enhance functionality and manufacturability while conducting thorough analyses and leading technical reviews...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$190K - $284K *

Contribute to innovative product design by prototyping and analyzing components, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading design reviews. Elevate your career through hands-on development...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$190K - $284K *

Engage in the design and development of innovative products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to prototype, analyze, and enhance components from concept to production while ensuring quality a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of user-centered design by leading complex initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging AI tools to create impactful experiences that meet both user needs an...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K *

Elevate product design by crafting innovative color, material, and finish solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform concepts into tactile experiences, ensuring cohesive and susta...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $165K *

Drive design innovation and modernization efforts by evaluating and coordinating engineering designs, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with technical specifications in a collaborative envir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $185K *

Pioneer innovative packaging solutions by leading design strategy, collaborating cross-functionally, and driving project execution to align with brand objectives and enhance operational efficiency...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative technology systems for diverse building projects. Lead design and delivery of telecommunications, audiovisual, and security systems while mentoring junior team members and collabor...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation by leading the design of advanced technology systems for diverse building projects. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior staff to deliver high...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative technology systems design by leading projects in telecommunications, audiovisual, and security systems. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality...

1 week ago

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

$138K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing impactful product experiences across web, mobile, and in-store. Collaborate with teams to integrate AI into design processes while ensuring high standards of usability and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative technology solutions by leading the design and delivery of advanced telecommunications, audiovisual, and security systems for diverse building projects while mentoring junior team...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $115K *

Transform organizational efficiency by providing vital project and administrative support to executive leadership. Manage communications, schedules, and documentation to ensure seamless operations and...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.