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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$72K - $111K *

Innovate mechanical designs and enhance production processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Leverage your expertise in Creo to tackle complex challenges and contribute to impactful p...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading analog-mixed signal IC design for advanced AI inference accelerators. Collaborate across teams to develop state-of-the-art solutions, guiding layouts and verifying desig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Drive innovation as a Principal Engineer, leading the design of cutting-edge connectors and cable harnesses for data storage and telecom systems. Collaborate across teams to transform ideas into marke...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$62K - $156K *

Optimize ASIC designs by specifying, verifying, and testing circuits. Collaborate on system-level architecture, drive solutions to complex challenges, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $171K *

Empower your leadership skills by managing a dynamic R&D Mechanical Prototype Lab team. Oversee operations, drive performance, and ensure high-quality prototype delivery while collaborating with cross...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Reimagine manufacturing processes by leading complex projects in compression molding. Utilize your expertise to enhance systems and mentor engineers, driving innovation in aerospace hardware fabricati...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative powertrain design projects, focusing on packaging, concept development, and assembly layout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality desig...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of architectural design by leading a talented team to deliver innovative new construction projects that meet client expectations and adhere to industry standards, ensuring quality and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Drive innovative digital engineering solutions by leading complex design projects, mentoring teams, and enhancing project performance through strategic planning and execution. Collaborate with stakeho...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Optimize packaging solutions by leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance product protection, sustainability, and supply chain efficiency while driving continuous improvement and compliance ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $115K *

Lead cross-functional teams to ensure flawless new product launches, focusing on safety, quality, efficiency, and timely deliverables while developing standard work processes and coordinating with sup...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$169K - $237K *

Champion the execution of a pivotal security initiative, collaborating across teams to enhance product resilience and security. Drive strategic direction, manage program transparency, and engage with...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$169K - $237K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategy and execution of a pivotal security initiative, collaborating across teams to enhance product resilience and security posture while ensuring transparency and a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$115K - $155K *

Lead innovative mechanical engineering projects while collaborating with diverse teams. Manage full project scopes from design to construction, ensuring high quality and client satisfaction. Mentor ju...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$86K - $126K *

Lead the charge in enhancing manufacturing processes and engineering solutions to optimize operations and product quality, while collaborating across teams to implement innovative practices and ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development and optimization of croissant, laminated, and flatbread products, guiding technical processes and trials while mentoring team members to drive innovation and ensure successful pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$205K - $225K *

Pioneer innovative hardware solutions by leading product lifecycle from concept to launch, collaborating across teams to define product strategy and ensure quality delivery that meets customer needs...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $208K *

Unlock your potential as you shape the architecture for consumer-facing platforms, driving innovation in AI and DTC technology. Collaborate across teams to establish standards and governance, ensuring...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $180K *

Shape the future of design research by leading a talented team, driving user insights into product innovations, and fostering a culture of collaboration that enhances strategic decision-making across...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in defining user experience strategy, managing a multi-disciplinary design team to deliver innovative, user-centered digital products while fostering collaboration and high-impact desi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of robotic welding cell production by leading facility layout planning and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring efficient workflows and minimal disruption during transitions t...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $130K *

Optimize equipment performance and processes in a dynamic R&D environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance extrusion and molding operations, ensuring efficient scaling of innovative...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation and technical execution in product development, leading cross-functional teams to deliver world-class sporting goods. Own critical projects from concept to production, ensuring qualit...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower the retail experience by bridging physical stores and digital touchpoints. Drive growth, enhance customer journeys, and collaborate across teams to create integrated solutions that unify the b...

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4 weeks ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Drive innovation by providing technical support in product design and development, working collaboratively with customers and internal teams. Support and improve processes while ensuring compliance wi...

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  •   Less than 5 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.