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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Transform the future of aerospace by leading the design and manufacturing of groundbreaking thermal protection systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance, optimi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $185K *

Lead technical innovation in the design and development of cutting-edge medical devices, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure manufacturability and compliance from concept through commercial rel...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining space missions by integrating advanced spacecraft designs. Leverage your expertise in mission architecture, technical analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to driv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $130K *

Transform the future of food packaging by leading the design and modernization of innovative machinery. Drive mechanical development, optimize efficiency, and ensure compliance with hygiene standards...

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

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $97K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative applications that empower network teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centric solutions, transforming complex data into i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $201K *

Elevate user experience by leading a dynamic design team, driving innovative strategies, and ensuring high-quality product design for a secure and unified platform that meets diverse user needs across...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $189K *

Join us to design the next generation of Pixel Earbuds, driving innovative solutions in mechanical design and product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create transformative cons...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Empower a multidisciplinary design practice by leading innovative interior and surface textile design initiatives. Drive creative vision, client engagement, and team development across aviation and co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Champion innovative design solutions by leading a multidisciplinary team in interior and surface textile design, driving strategic direction, client engagement, and operational excellence across aviat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of heat transfer products by developing innovative solutions and collaborating across teams to enhance existing product lines and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic engineering...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $102K *

Join our team to lead HVAC/mechanical design efforts for diverse projects. Utilize your expertise to develop innovative solutions, mentor junior staff, and ensure design quality while collaborating wi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Innovate packaging solutions to enhance product experiences while balancing performance, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop specifications and streamline...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$79K - $94K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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

$109K - $170K *

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

$109K - $170K *

Shape the future of innovation by advancing initiatives across all stages, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and evaluating emerging technologies to drive business impact and engagement in en...

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

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Advance innovation by supporting and developing initiatives across all stages, collaborating with cross-functional teams to evaluate and scale solutions while researching industry trends to drive busi...

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

$109K - $170K *

Accelerate progress at innovation initiatives by supporting and scaling solutions through collaboration and research. Engage with cross-functional teams to drive enterprise programs and mentor junior...

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

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Lead innovation initiatives by researching trends, collaborating with teams, and scaling solutions. Drive engagement in enterprise programs while mentoring junior contributors to enhance business impa...

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming innovative concepts into market-ready products. This role involves leading product development, collaborating across teams, and ensuring quality throughout...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Reimagine product development by leading innovative projects from concept to market. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, prototype, and validate high-quality products that meet customer...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of manufacturing tools and fixtures, ensuring high-quality production processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance manufacturability and effici...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $105K *

Unlock potential by supporting design and development of VPS power supply products, focusing on circuit testing, electrical evaluations, and documentation while collaborating across teams to deliver r...

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  •   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.