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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$110K - $130K *

Lead product development for innovative portable machining tools, guiding cross-functional teams through the entire lifecycle from concept to market launch, while enhancing customer experience and dri...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $131K *

Drive product strategy and lifecycle management, collaborating across teams to align product offerings with customer needs and market trends, ensuring successful execution of a 5-year roadmap and achi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $131K *

Transform the manufacturing landscape by providing real-time engineering support to suppliers, ensuring quality and timely delivery of components across diverse disciplines in a fast-paced environment...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of automated manufacturing. As an Intermediate Mechanical Designer, you'll collaborate on innovative projects, ensuring designs meet standards and budgets while a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $132K *

Contribute to innovative product design and development, managing engineering tasks and collaborating across teams to enhance connector solutions. Drive projects from concept to execution while ensuri...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$306K - $360K *

Lead the charge in transforming user experiences by driving design excellence across platforms. Mentor a high-performing design team, collaborate with cross-functional partners, and advocate for users...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the end-to-end product development process, collaborating with design and sourcing teams to create high-quality, innovative furniture products that meet brand standards and...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Design and develop innovative filtration products, leading cross-functional teams to transform concepts into manufacturable solutions while ensuring performance, quality, and cost-effectiveness throug...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Innovate solutions for complex software challenges, guiding product design from concept to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and leverage AI for impactful work...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality for aerospace manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and mitigate risks while supporti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$137K - $192K *

Elevate user experiences by designing innovative communication frameworks that enhance traveler engagement and streamline processes across multiple channels, ensuring high-quality, personalized intera...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $155K *

Develop cutting-edge realtime rendering solutions, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance 3D applications. Apply your expertise in graphics to optimize performance and drive innovation in softwar...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a transformative design vision by leading a high-performing product design team, driving AI-native product strategies, and fostering deep customer empathy to deliver significant impact and ele...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping user experiences from the ground up. As a Product Designer, you'll own the design process for web and mobile, creating intuitive products and a cohesive design system while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $205K *

Shape the future of AI by designing intuitive tools that empower users to create and manage automated workflows, bridging the gap between technology and user experience in contact centers...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $108K *

Innovate your career by exploring and creating future footwear solutions. Collaborate with athletes and partners to develop prototypes, validate concepts, and enhance Arc'teryx's footwear DNA through...

Reposted today

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer requirements into precise, compliant designs. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely delivery and optimize project workflows while maintaining high standard...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to innovative project designs by translating customer needs into compliant, production-ready solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality and efficiency from concept through instal...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $179K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic design team in delivering innovative energy and infrastructure solutions for complex projects. Drive multidisciplinary collaboration, ensure design quality, an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $125K *

Inspire innovation as a Senior Industrial Designer, leading product design initiatives across diverse pet categories. Drive impactful design from concept to commercialization, blending creativity with...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $200K *

Engage in hands-on mechanical design, driving prototypes from concept to reality. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate systems, utilizing CAD tools and rapid prototyping for in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $85K *

Empower our design and production teams by ensuring garment fit and technical construction for non-denim apparel. Collaborate with global partners to maintain brand consistency and streamline workflow...

1 week ago

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

$132K - $189K *

Join a team that's redefining mechanical design for cutting-edge data center systems. Leverage your expertise to innovate and optimize products that support Google's expansive infrastructure and AI ca...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $97K *

Transform building systems design by collaborating with engineers on diverse projects, applying your expertise in plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection to create sustainable environments across various...

Kingston, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and optimize packaging solutions by evaluating materials, processes, and supplier performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure product designs meet specifications, enhance efficiency...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.