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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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$70K - $100K *

Elevate your career by contributing to innovative warehouse automation projects. Collaborate with engineers, enhance your technical skills, and play a pivotal role in logistics optimization while gain...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$192K - $240K *

Unlock your potential as a Product + Design Strategist, leading ambiguous projects from concept to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative, user-centered experiences an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $116K *

Take ownership of design challenges, collaborating with teams to develop innovative vehicle components and prototypes while ensuring quality and efficiency through advanced engineering practices and a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of product design as a key contributor, driving vision and execution for complex workflows in construction permitting, leveraging automation and AI to enhance user experience and prod...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge technology solutions, collaborating with engineers and researchers to design and optimize low-power hardware accelerators and custom silicon for next-gen devices...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of technology by designing advanced hardware solutions. Collaborate with engineers and researchers to create low-power accelerators and innovative silicon, driving the next genera...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Design and optimize advanced hardware solutions, collaborating with engineers to enhance performance and power efficiency in cutting-edge technology applications. Drive micro-architecture and RTL desi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of technology by developing advanced hardware solutions, collaborating with engineers and researchers to optimize low-power accelerators and SoCs for innovative devices, ensuring perf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead a dynamic team of product designers to create user-centered AI tools. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive design excellence, support team growth, and shape impactful solutions within a fast-e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Innovate with a talented team to shape product design strategy and culture. Lead several design experts while driving strategic projects. Your impactful work will enhance user-centered experiences acr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Innovate mechanical design solutions to enhance diverse projects across healthcare, industrial, and commercial sectors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality HVAC and specia...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform mechanical design services to enhance construction projects across diverse sectors. Collaborate on HVAC systems, ensuring compliance and innovation while delivering high-quality solutions fo...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Develop innovative mechanical designs for diverse projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality HVAC and specialized systems for various sectors...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $155K *

Reimagine the architectural landscape by leading design projects from concept to completion. This pivotal role involves evaluating innovative solutions, overseeing documentation, and collaborating wit...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$79K - $147K *

Advance your career by designing innovative PCB layouts, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring compliance with manufacturing standards. Engage in all phases of PCB development, from concept to re...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $165K *

Empower global product design by crafting intuitive experiences for onboarding and trading across diverse markets, utilizing AI and simplifying complexities while fostering collaboration with cross-fu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Drive product commercialization and market strategies while leading cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and market insights. Utilize your expertise to influence product roadmaps and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $245K *

Innovate user experiences by leading design for complex workflows, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product clarity and quality. Shape AI integration and establish scalable pattern...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $157K *

Join a team that's driving innovative packaging solutions from concept to commercialization. This role offers technical leadership on diverse projects, focusing on sustainability, cost efficiency, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$92K - $110K *

Transform mechanical design in biotech by leading projects from concept to installation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior des...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $125K *

Innovate packaging solutions by leading cross-functional teams in new product development, sustainability, and cost-saving initiatives. Ensure quality and design consistency while managing supplier re...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $99K *

Join our innovative team as a key contributor in establishing foundational PCB design practices. You will drive the layout of complex PCBs, partnering with cross-functional engineers to ensure the suc...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $125K *

Lead the charge in creating innovative apparel designs that reflect current trends and brand objectives while collaborating across teams to ensure quality and brand integrity in seasonal collections...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design of client-facing products, shaping the design discipline and influencing product strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and establish design stand...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $115K *

Lead the design of ruggedized electronics packaging, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with technical specifications and manufacturing processes. Utilize SolidWorks for 3D...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.