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.
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$150K - $165K *
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Senior Industrial Design Engineer
$116K - $182K *
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$200K - $250K *
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Lead the charge in delivering exceptional digital experiences by managing product vision and strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize customer-centric solutions and drive Agile...
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Senior Design Quality Engineer
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Structures & Thermal Protection Integration)
$110K - $130K *
Drive the design and development of critical flight vehicle structures, focusing on high-temperature components and thermal protection systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure perfo...
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Structures & Thermal Protection Integration)
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Unlock potential by designing critical flight vehicle structures for hypersonic systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration and performance under extreme condition...
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Interior Design Release Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Engineer innovative automotive door trim solutions, leveraging your expertise in design and manufacturing processes. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and enhance product quality, ensuring top...
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Join a dynamic team to create innovative system layouts for automotive assembly lines, ensuring optimal functionality and adherence to customer specifications while collaborating with cross-functional...
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Drive innovative structural design through expert REVIT support, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on diverse projects, from brief engagements to extensive multi-office endeavors, ensuring to...
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Senior Staff R&D Technical Project Manager Design
$175K - $215K *
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Senior Principal Engineer-Thermal Controls Strategy and Architecture
$176K - $242K *
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Manufacturing Engineer - New Product emphasis
$97K - $118K *
The New Product Development Engineer at Millerbernd Manufacturing is responsible for managing multiple projects aimed at driving profitable growth within the Circular Products team. This role involves...
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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.