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.
Product Designer, Leader Development
$119K - $153K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of leadership development by integrating AI tools and designing personalized learning journeys. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance user experiences to foster...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Create meaningful product experiences by designing intuitive solutions that connect creators and fans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex challenges and enhance user engagement...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of creator-fan connections by designing impactful product experiences, collaborating across teams to turn complex ideas into intuitive solutions that empower creators and engage fans...
Reposted 1 week ago
$72K - $120K *
Transform engineering concepts into detailed designs and documentation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with quality and manufacturability standards while supporting pro...
1 week ago
$90K - $100K *
Innovate your career by designing impactful digital experiences across product lifecycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define problems, validate solutions, and deliver user-centric desi...
6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform the user experience by designing intuitive, functional product solutions. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, AI-native environment to prototype and deliver visu...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$169K - $228K *
Transform the design landscape by leading system initiatives that enhance product consistency and quality across platforms, while mentoring teams and driving innovation through best practices and coll...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your design career by providing innovative solutions and consultative services to clients. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance project outcomes through creative design, technical expert...
Today
$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of product design by leading a talented team, enhancing user experiences through AI-driven solutions, and driving collaboration with product and engineering partners...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$115K - $135K *
Create intuitive user interfaces for complex workflows, collaborating with designers and stakeholders to deliver high-fidelity prototypes while enhancing our design system in a fast-paced environment...
3 weeks ago
Product Design Engineer, Thermals
$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of thermal architecture for AI-driven consumer devices, balancing performance and comfort. Drive design from concept to production while collaborating across teams to develop innovati...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining digital experiences by leading complex design initiatives, mentoring designers, and enhancing user journeys across patient and employee platforms while collaborating clos...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by driving UX/UI design for a leading public infrastructure platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and contribute to a scalable design system, en...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead a talented design team to enhance user experience across various products. Drive innovative design processes and collaborate with engineering and product teams to shape future offerings while adv...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead and inspire a team of product designers, shaping the design vision while collaborating closely with product and engineering teams to deliver impactful consumer experiences...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Design Engineer - Digital Experience
$80K - $95K *
Architect effective digital signage solutions by overseeing project phases from concept through implementation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while ensuring technical excellence and client s...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $125K *
Design and enhance intuitive product interfaces for diverse user types, ensuring clarity and consistency across various platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centered solut...
Reposted 6 days ago
Product Design and Engineering Manager
$110K - $130K *
Shape innovative product solutions by leading engineering teams and driving development from concept to market. Oversee prototyping and testing in a hands-on environment, ensuring quality and performa...
3 weeks ago
Sr Product Designer- A New Day Sweaters
$95K - $171K *
Lead design and development for our sweater category, utilizing expertise to deliver innovative products. Collaborate seamlessly with teams to meet strategic goals and educate junior designers in a vi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead and mentor a team of designers while providing technical expertise and training. Collaborate with project managers to ensure quality and efficiency in design work, and represent the firm in profe...
Today
$90K - $210K *
Empower your career by leading user-centered design processes, conducting research, and creating prototypes that enhance client and product experiences. Collaborate closely with engineers to ensure se...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of low voltage systems design by leading innovative projects, calculating electrical loads, and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Collaborate with teams and manage diverse system requir...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Transform digital experiences by leading a dynamic design team, shaping user-centered products that impact millions. Collaborate across functions to create innovative solutions that elevate design cra...
3 weeks ago
Principal Hardware Design Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Drive the design of cutting-edge GPU server infrastructure, optimizing performance and reliability. Collaborate with vendors and teams to shape hardware standards for a rapidly expanding AI platform...
2 weeks ago
$83K - $129K *
Transform customer experiences by collaborating across teams to design and deliver engaging digital products. Utilize your design expertise to enhance user journeys and ensure visual consistency acros...
1 week ago
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.