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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$140K - $190K *
Drive the introduction of special processes for metal structures, collaborating with design engineers to enhance manufacturability and reliability. Lead trade studies, define process controls, and man...
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Senior Product Design Team Lead
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Transform product experiences by leading a talented design team, driving user-centered design, and fostering collaboration across functions to deliver impactful solutions that inspire the next generat...
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$89K - $148K *
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$89K - $148K *
Unlock innovative solutions in medical device development by leading the design, testing, and integration of complex electronic hardware systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance p...
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Pioneer innovative electrical designs and product development, leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Engage in prototyping, testing, integration, and troubleshooting to pus...
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$100K - $160K *
Transform your career by designing integrated rack solutions for enterprise data centers. Lead rack-level design from concept to installation, ensuring optimal performance through collaboration and in...
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Mechanical Engineer, Vehicle Integration & Product Design
$100K - $140K *
Drive innovation by designing vehicle-specific mechanical interfaces for autonomy systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and manufacturability while directly impacting techno...
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$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance consumer products through innovative mechanical design and collaboration, ensuring manufacturability and quality from concept to production. Drive projects independently...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of space exploration by designing and developing innovative mechanical systems. Collaborate with experts to create solutions that meet NASA's rigorous standards a...
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Sr Product Management Specialist - Semiconductor
$119K - $149K *
Advance your career by managing and innovating semiconductor product strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product success and meet market demands, ensuring impactful solutions...
1 week ago
Sr Product Management Specialist - Semiconductor
$119K - $149K *
Lead the charge in advancing semiconductor product strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet market demands and drive business growth throughout t...
1 week ago
Sr Product Management Specialist - Semiconductor
$119K - $149K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in semiconductor product management. You'll lead product strategy, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure successful delivery of cutting-edge solutio...
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Sr Product Management Specialist - Semiconductor
$119K - $149K *
Develop and execute product strategies for semiconductor solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and meet market demands. Manage the product lifecycle and ensure align...
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Senior Project Integrator Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of aerospace by managing complex flight test projects, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, and budget. Drive risk mitigation and enhance orga...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead cross-functional teams to develop innovative product solutions that address customer needs, enhance user experience, and drive business growth. Manage the entire product lifecycle from strategy t...
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$93K - $122K *
Lead the charge in delivering complex infrastructure and environmental projects. Collaborate with Client-Partners to manage project lifecycles, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering strong s...
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Develop and oversee the product roadmap for standardized low-rise building products, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams to deliver cost-effective, permit-ready solutions that enhance sales a...
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$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading product engineering projects, enhancing designs, and resolving issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements and support customers, ensuring pro...
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Senior Technical Designer, Activewear
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Manufacturing Engineer - Tool Design Expert
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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.