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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$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$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...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

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

$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

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

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

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.