UX Design Manager Jobs

Explore UX Design Manager jobs for experienced design leaders ready to guide teams and shape intuitive digital products. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you find roles that match your leadership experience, design expertise, and career goals.

What Does a UX Design Manager Do?

UX Design Managers lead user experience design teams and help turn customer needs into effective product experiences. They set design direction, mentor designers, partner with product and engineering teams, and promote research-informed decisions throughout the development process. Depending on the organization, the role may include hands-on design work as well as team and strategy leadership.

Common UX Design Manager Responsibilities

  • Manage, coach, and develop UX and product design professionals.
  • Establish design principles, workflows, and quality standards.
  • Collaborate with product, engineering, research, and business stakeholders.
  • Use customer research, usability testing, and analytics to inform design decisions.
  • Advocate for accessible, consistent, and user-centered experiences.
  • Connect UX strategy to product priorities and business outcomes.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for a strong foundation in user experience or product design, a portfolio demonstrating thoughtful problem-solving, and experience leading or mentoring designers. Useful capabilities include design strategy, research and usability methods, prototyping, information architecture, accessibility, stakeholder communication, and familiarity with collaborative design tools. Requirements vary by company, product, and team size.

Explore UX Design Manager Opportunities

Find UX Design Manager openings across industries and organizations on Ladders. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and focus your search on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Search for related titles such as UX Manager, Product Design Manager, and User Experience Director to discover additional paths in design leadership.

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$195K - $208K *

Reimagine user experiences by leading design for core product features, ensuring seamless integration and customer delight. Collaborate across teams to enhance engagement and trust, shaping the future...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of education by owning content strategy for assessments. Collaborate with experts and district leaders to enhance quality and drive adoption, leveraging insights to inform product dir...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a forward-thinking team to define and execute design strategy for AI-driven risk management tools, guiding designers and partners to deliver exceptional user experiences that prioritize risk unde...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to elevate user experiences through innovative design and AI integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful solutions that transform tax filing, ensuring alignment wi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $193K *

Join a dynamic team as a Program Manager, leading complex projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage resources, and drive innovation while ensuring client sat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Elevate user experiences by leading UX design initiatives, ensuring coherent and accessible product interactions across diverse workflows. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful design so...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $169K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex design initiatives that define product strategy and influence cross-functional teams. Drive innovation in UX and create impactful solutions while shaping the f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing digital product initiatives for veterinary health. Collaborate across teams to prioritize backlogs, write user stories, and enhance user experiences, ensuring alignment be...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

Johnson City, TNRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $155K *

Innovate product strategy and execution, bridging cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with customer needs and organizational goals throughout the product lifecycle...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $151K *

Transform customer experiences by designing motion-forward visuals that enhance storytelling and accessibility across digital platforms, ensuring cohesive and engaging interactions throughout the prod...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Champion client engagement success by overseeing RWD project delivery, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining strategic communication across teams to foster long-term client satisfaction and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $190K *

Innovate the deployment process by leading two squads to ensure seamless integration and self-service capabilities for customers, driving measurable outcomes and enhancing product effectiveness in a d...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $145K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design integrated solutions that enhance user experience, leveraging AI tools and a design system to create cohesive workflows and drive product value in a B...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$170K - $185K *

Elevate user experiences by leading the design of complex healthcare applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive interfaces that enhance clinical workflows and support hi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by crafting exceptional visual experiences that define our brand. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design intuitive, customer-focused products and campaigns that...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $150K *

Empower a cross-functional team by owning the end-to-end design experience for a key product area, enhancing communication for families and educators while mentoring fellow designers and leveraging AI...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$195K - $237K *

Optimize the renter experience across digital platforms by leading design initiatives, balancing innovation with maintenance, and setting high standards for visual and interaction design. Collaborate...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$162K - $196K *

Pioneer the renter experience across digital platforms, balancing innovation and maintenance. Set design standards, leverage AI tools, and influence product direction while mentoring fellow designers...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping user experiences by driving product design strategy, mentoring teams, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to tackle complex enterprise challenges and enhance de...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive UX strategy for a major operational pillar, influencing design direction and mentoring peers while creating impactful user experiences for field associates across desktop...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$81K - $168K *

Drive impactful creative solutions in performance marketing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate brand presence across digital platforms. Leverage design expertise and insights to cra...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$235K - $294K *

Lead and mentor a high-performing design team, driving product design strategy and delivering user-centric solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance customer experiences and foster a culture...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting exceptional user experiences. As a UI/UX Engineer, you'll design intuitive interfaces and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance digital products...

Washington DC, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $251K *

Champion innovative design solutions as a Lead Product Designer, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing user experiences for Jira. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the future of w...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a UX Design Manager do?question toggle

    A UX Design Manager leads and develops user experience designers, sets design direction, and collaborates with product and engineering teams to create useful, accessible digital experiences. The role may also involve research, strategy, and hands-on design.

  • What qualifications are typically required for UX Design Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek substantial UX or product design experience, a portfolio of relevant work, leadership or mentoring experience, and skills in research, interaction design, prototyping, accessibility, and cross-functional collaboration.

  • How much do UX Design Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by location, industry, company, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore opportunities in that salary range.

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    Browse UX Design Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

  • What job titles are similar to UX Design Manager?question toggle

    Related titles include UX Manager, User Experience Manager, Product Design Manager, UX Design Lead, and User Experience Director. Titles and responsibilities differ among employers.