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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$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in innovative design development, ensuring project success through effective team collaboration, client communication, and sustainable practices across all project phases...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $100K *

Drive innovative design solutions and oversee project teams to ensure quality, sustainability, and client satisfaction throughout all project phases. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $100K *

Engineer detailed mechanical designs for industrial equipment and systems. Collaborate with project teams to create accurate 2D and 3D drawings, ensuring compliance with standards and supporting fabri...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$69K - $128K *

Make your mark at a leading firm as you design innovative PCB layouts that support critical communications systems for military and first responders. Collaborate with experts and enhance your skills i...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead a team of mechanical designers to innovate and develop next-gen Coolant Distribution Units. Oversee product design, CAD standards, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance engineering excell...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $102K *

Contribute to innovative engineering solutions by supporting engineering drawings, BOM management, and project execution within a leading manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance and collaborati...

Milton, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating automotive soft trim components. Collaborate with engineers to design, validate, and support manufacturing processes, ensuring high-quality standards and fun...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $140K *

Invent innovative liquid cooling solutions for AI/ML and data center platforms. Lead mechanical design from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure performance, reli...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $140K *

Pioneer innovative mechanical designs for liquid cooling solutions, driving projects from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure performance, manufacturability, and c...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $185K *

Champion the design of disposable components for life-science instruments, leveraging expertise in plastics, injection molding, and usability to create innovative, user-friendly solutions. Collaborate...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Create exceptional digital user experiences by leading end-to-end UX design, leveraging insights to enhance usability and engagement across native app platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Champion a seamless transition from customer onboarding to production, ensuring operational excellence and proactive communication. Collaborate cross-functionally to meet commitments and drive custome...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Discover the art of simplifying complexity as you design intuitive user experiences. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to craft seamless workflows that enhance creativity and teamwork in...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that inspires and evolves our brand through innovative design. As a pivotal Creative Designer, you’ll craft compelling visuals across multiple channels, driving engagement while collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $112K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing packaging systems for medical devices. You'll lead projects, ensure compliance, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation and continuous improvem...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $112K *

Contribute to innovative packaging solutions for medical devices, ensuring compliance and functionality. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement in a fast...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $112K *

Lead the charge in developing and improving packaging systems for medical devices, ensuring compliance and functionality through collaboration and technical expertise. Drive continuous improvement ini...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $199K *

Champion innovative power generation solutions by leading complex genset development programs. Collaborate with global teams to drive technical direction, manage risks, and ensure product quality, cos...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer innovative hardware solutions by designing complex high-speed systems, validating advanced platforms, and collaborating across teams to ensure optimal performance throughout the product lifecy...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $112K *

Optimize packaging processes for medical devices by leading design, testing, and compliance initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality and efficiency in packaging systems, driving c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $136K *

Elevate clinician productivity by driving solution adoption, optimizing workflows, and delivering impactful training. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance outcomes and ensure successful implem...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead innovative integration projects while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance user experience and hardware performance through creative problem-solving and advanced mechanical design...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining product design by tackling complex challenges. Collaborate daily with engineers and product managers to craft innovative solutions, prototype rapidly, and influence produ...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $135K *

Champion cross-functional collaboration to drive product development, translating market needs into actionable plans while supporting product standards across diverse verticals, ensuring alignment wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $135K *

Champion cross-functional collaboration to drive product development, translating market needs into actionable insights. Support product standards across diverse verticals, ensuring alignment and exec...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.