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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$108K - $130K *

Innovate your career by leading complex hardware engineering projects that support mission-critical operations. Drive integration, testing, and deployment of advanced infrastructure solutions across s...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion complex hardware solutions in mission-critical environments. Lead integration, testing, and sustainment efforts while providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineers. Drive innovation...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the growth of a dynamic engineering team, overseeing product development from concept to launch. Drive innovation through modern CAD practices and rapid prototyping, ensuring alignment and me...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $105K *

Innovate custom Underground Distribution Switchgear designs, ensuring quality and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs and drive continuous improvement in product...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $210K *

Take ownership of mechanical design from concept to testing, developing robust electromechanical systems and collaborating across teams to ensure products are manufacturable, reliable, and ready for r...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $98K *

Shape innovative learning solutions by designing and implementing multimodal training programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance dealer readiness and customer education through engaging eLearn...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $200K *

Reimagine user experiences by leading product design projects from concept to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape product vision and create intuitive, high-quality designs that re...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of next-gen consumer connectivity products, owning strategy and execution while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance user experience for millions globally...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $110K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $270K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $158K *

Deliver innovative packaging solutions by leading design, development, and testing efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and enhance product protection throughout its l...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $108K *

Unlock innovative manufacturing solutions as a key member of our Automation team, collaborating on projects that shape the future of automation. Your expertise will help drive efficiency and ensure de...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform medical device innovation by leading design and development projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive technical excellence from concept to launch, whil...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $220K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative member experiences, establishing UX foundations for emerging products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive, cohesive interactions that e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$64K - $95K *

Pioneer the mechanical design of aircraft engine nacelle components. Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors to define system architecture, generate technical data packages, and ensure compliance w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$64K - $95K *

Drive the mechanical design of aircraft engine nacelle components, collaborating with manufacturers and vendors to ensure compliance with technical requirements while generating detailed technical dat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by leading design for core AI surfaces, shaping strategy and vision. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define user experiences and establish quality standards for AI-genera...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $206K *

Shape the future of medical devices by leading a dynamic team in process development for new product introductions, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards while fostering talent growth in a co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $96K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to support product design teams with data-driven solutions and lead lab operations. Manage engineers, foster collaborative relationships, and enhance lab capabilities to meet evolv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving the execution of an innovative AI compliance solution. As a crucial Program Manager, you’ll oversee technical project plans, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure ti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K *

Innovate in product development, driving the creation of hydration solutions from concept to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and performance while managing multiple...

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

$175K - $200K *

Transform user experiences by owning and designing evolving product areas using AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver prototypes and final products swiftly, while mentoring peers to e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $176K *

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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.