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.
Tooling Design Engineer - Aerospace Manufacturing
$95K - $115K *
Innovate tooling design and development to enhance production processes. Collaborate with teams to create efficient solutions, analyze performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a...
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Shape the future of user experience by designing intuitive UI for SaaS products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate roadmaps into user-friendly designs, driving adoption and engageme...
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Transform user experiences by designing intuitive interfaces for a SaaS platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring product visions to life, enhancing engagement and satisfaction while...
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$110K - $130K *
Empower innovation by leading the design and development of complex mechanical systems from concept to production, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability in robotic and automation pl...
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$51K - $128K *
Unlock your potential as a Mechanical Designer, creating innovative mechanical solutions and collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance product design and manufacturing efficiency while ensuring com...
1 week ago
Staff Product Designer - Okta Identity Governance
$156K - $215K *
Lead the design strategy for user experiences in identity governance, collaborating across teams to create intuitive solutions that enhance security and compliance for large organizations while mentor...
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Staff Product Designer - Okta Identity Governance
$156K - $215K *
Unlock innovative user experiences by leading design strategies that enhance access management tools for large organizations. Collaborate across teams to create intuitive solutions that prioritize use...
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Brand Specialist- Collaborations
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Shape the future of embedded systems by leading firmware architecture, mentoring engineers, and driving product development from concept to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver i...
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Transform your career by leading design initiatives across diverse building projects. As a key Design Manager, you'll drive client engagement, oversee technical documentation, and ensure quality deliv...
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Contribute to the full product development lifecycle by designing robust mechanical solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring manufacturability while tackling complex engineer...
2 weeks ago
Principal PCB Layout Design Engineer 2
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential as a Principal PCB Layout Design Engineer, collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-reliability circuit card assemblies for aerospace and defense applications. Drive inno...
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Principal PCB Layout Design Engineer 2
$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential as a Principal PCB Layout Design Engineer, collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-reliability circuit card assemblies for aerospace and defense applications. Drive inno...
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$174K - $290K *
Lead design initiatives to create intuitive, AI-native IT solutions that streamline complex workflows, enhance user experiences, and unify systems across identity, devices, and compliance, while colla...
2 weeks ago
Specialist Project Automation Engineer
$92K - $138K *
Join a team that's transforming supply chain operations through innovative automation and robotics. Lead complex projects, collaborate with cross-functional partners, and drive operational excellence...
3 weeks ago
Specialist Project Automation Engineer
$92K - $138K *
Partner with us to transform supply chain operations through innovative automation solutions. Lead the design and implementation of advanced technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to...
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Champion product yield for InP edge-emitting lasers and photodiodes by analyzing performance data, driving improvements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance device reliability and...
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Drive product yield improvements for InP lasers and photodiodes by analyzing performance data, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing corrective actions to enhance manufacturing p...
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Innovate in urology product management by leading cross-functional teams to develop and launch advanced bladder volume measurement devices, translating clinical insights into actionable product requir...
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Senior Manufacturing Engineer, DFMA - Composites
$140K - $180K *
Pioneer innovative composite manufacturing solutions, driving design and production efficiency. Collaborate on R&D, optimize processes, and lead high-rate production initiatives to enhance product qua...
2 weeks ago
Principal Product Designer, Jira
$221K - $289K *
Lead the design evolution of Jira, creating cohesive user experiences and mentoring teams. Drive strategic initiatives and collaborate across disciplines to enhance product impact for millions of user...
3 weeks ago
Principal Product Designer, Jira
$221K - $289K *
Join a dynamic team as a Principal Product Designer, leading innovative design initiatives for Jira. Drive user-centric experiences, mentor designers, and collaborate across teams to shape the future...
3 weeks ago
Product Development Electrical Engineer I (Onsite)
$57K - $108K *
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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.