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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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$88K - $105K *

Advance product quality by monitoring feedback and improving designs. Collaborate with teams to innovate and validate mechanical solutions for existing product lines while ensuring reliable manufactur...

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

$86K - $165K *

Join our team to optimize production control activities, ensuring material readiness and on-time delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve constraints and enhance operational perfor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of data-driven B2B SaaS experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive interfaces that empower users in high-stakes decision-making. Sh...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to design and develop cutting-edge mechanical systems for innovative flight technology. Contribute to system integration, prototyping, and troubleshooting to achieve pr...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $138K *

Join a team that's redefining optical communications by leading cross-functional initiatives to deliver tailored solutions for hyperscale customers, ensuring alignment across multiple product lines an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $175K *

Pioneer complex product strategies as a key technical leader. Oversee client engagements, bridge business goals with technical solutions, and mentor teams to deliver innovative, AI-driven results for...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead innovative design projects by collaborating with teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring compliance with technical standards while mentoring junior staff and driving sustainable strategies...

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

$89K - $148K *

Drive quality excellence in new product introductions, ensuring compliance and efficiency through risk management, validation, and cross-functional collaboration in a regulated environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $186K *

Join a team that's redefining user experiences by leading innovative design initiatives. You'll shape strategic solutions for a global audience, balancing creativity and pragmatism while collaborating...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to develop real-time automation solutions across manufacturing and enterprise levels, utilizing advanced programming and design tools while mentoring junior engineers a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $135K *

Join a team that's passionate about design and customer relationships. Leverage your creativity and sales skills to provide personalized interior design solutions, maximizing opportunities in a dynami...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $135K *

Engage customers through innovative design consultations, fostering long-term relationships while maximizing sales opportunities. Utilize your passion for design and interpersonal skills to create per...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $135K *

Shape customer experiences by leveraging your design expertise and sales skills. Build lasting relationships through personalized consultations and innovative design solutions, maximizing sales opport...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $135K *

Champion customer relationships by leveraging design expertise and sales techniques. Drive success through personalized consultations, maximizing selling opportunities while fostering a positive and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $135K *

Elevate customer experiences by building lasting relationships through design consultations. Utilize your passion for design and sales expertise to create tailored solutions that reflect clients' uniq...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $135K *

Innovate customer experiences by building lasting relationships through design consultations. Leverage your passion for interior design and sales to create tailored solutions that enhance client satis...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$78K - $103K *

Advance efficient production by managing Bills of Materials and ensuring material availability aligns with production schedules. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive improvements in planning accura...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $103K *

Drive efficient material planning by developing accurate Bills of Materials, ensuring timely production of custom aircraft interiors, and collaborating across functions to optimize planning accuracy a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative product strategies that enhance market positioning and drive business growth within the pest control industry. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$162K - $195K *

Drive the integration of Machine Learning IP into complex SoC designs. Oversee project execution while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions in augmented and virt...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI infrastructure programs, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing complex schedules to ensure successful execution from planning to produ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic initiatives and enhancing operational excellence within the Global People Analytics & Experience function. Collaborate across teams to translate priorities into a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Explore a dynamic role in PCB design, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge electronic products. Contribute to all phases of design, from layout to documentation, ensuring...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of commercial auto by developing innovative insurance products, shaping strategies for evolving mobility models, and driving market readiness in a dynamic environment focused on t...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Transform user experience by refining UI design for impactful features, collaborating with engineers to create polished products, and coding reusable components that enhance design consistency and sca...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.