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.
Technical Specialist, Design Quality, Craftsmanship
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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...
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Product Manager - Core Design Experience
$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...
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$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
$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
Digital Product Designer - Core Apps
$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
Digital Product Designer - Core Apps
$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
Manufacturing Design Engineer - iPhone
$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
$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...
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$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
$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
$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...
6 days ago
$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...
1 week ago
$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
$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
$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
$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
Color, Material, and Finish (CMF) Designer, Experience Design Group
$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
$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
$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
Technology Systems - Senior Designer
$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
Technology Systems - Senior Designer
$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
Technology Systems - Senior Designer
$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
Senior Designer, Consumer Product
$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
Technology Systems - Senior Designer
$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
$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
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.