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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$120K - $150K *

Empower growth by leading market intelligence and analytics initiatives, driving strategic partnerships, and translating trends into actionable business strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative design solutions for diverse infrastructure projects, leading multi-discipline teams from concept to delivery. Mentor junior staff and collaborate cross-functionally to align desig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality design solutions by managing diverse teams, optimizing project workflows, and fostering strong client relationships to enhance business outcomes and drive in...

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

$110K - $130K *

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

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $350K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $175K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $96K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $122K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $250K *

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

$154K - $225K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $225K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $225K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $135K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$60K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading design and fabrication efforts, ensuring quality and compliance with standards. Collaborate on complex projects while supervising diverse teams and driving inno...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $250K *

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

$124K - $160K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Drive user experience excellence by owning interaction design across web and mobile products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate product goals into actionable features while ensuring...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $165K *

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

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.