Vice President, Design Jobs

Explore Vice President, Design jobs for experienced creative and product leaders ready to shape an organization’s design vision. These senior roles combine strategic direction with people leadership, helping companies create useful, engaging experiences across products, services, and brands. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Vice President of Design Do?

A Vice President of Design sets design priorities and connects them to company goals and customer needs. Depending on the organization, the role may oversee product design, user experience (UX), user interface (UI), brand, research, or service design. Responsibilities often include guiding design strategy, building and mentoring teams, partnering with executives and cross-functional leaders, and establishing processes that support consistent, high-quality work.

Common Qualifications and Skills

Employers typically seek substantial experience leading design teams and delivering work across complex products or businesses. A background in design, human-computer interaction, or a related field can be valuable, though requirements vary. Useful strengths include strategic thinking, visual and interaction design expertise, user research, communication, executive collaboration, organizational leadership, and the ability to connect design decisions to customer and business outcomes.

Where Vice President, Design Leaders Work

Vice Presidents of Design work across industries, including technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, media, and consumer products. Some lead centralized design organizations, while others focus on a product portfolio, business unit, or specific discipline. The scope and reporting structure vary by company size, maturity, and design culture.

Find Vice President, Design Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted senior design leadership openings on Ladders. Compare opportunities by location, company, and role scope to identify positions that align with your experience and career goals. Listings on Ladders pay $100,000 or more, giving experienced professionals a focused way to explore high-level roles.

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$195K - $215K *

Lead the charge in brand strategy, inspiring teams and fostering innovative solutions in a dynamic healthcare advertising environment, focused on advancing compelling communications and effective clie...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $220K *

Drive impactful healthcare advertising by leading creative teams, overseeing brand strategies, and ensuring high-quality copy and art execution. Collaborate across departments to foster innovation and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $225K *

Lead the charge in multidisciplinary engineering and design management for a large-scale industrial infrastructure project, ensuring compliance with technical standards and client expectations through...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer experience by overseeing implementations, driving product adoption, and managing strategic relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seam...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $230K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain processes and enhancing materials management. Lead strategic initiatives to improve efficiency, manage supplier relationships, and drive cross-f...

Downers Grove, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving agile execution across product and engineering teams, managing digital product launches and enhancing client value through innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive revenue growth and strategic account management across a diverse portfolio. You'll own the full sales cycle, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build lasting relatio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Elevate talent management by executing core programs, enhancing employee experience, and driving performance initiatives. Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring accountability and operational contin...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Transform processes and drive accountability by leading cross-functional projects. Manage initiatives from scoping to completion while maintaining clear communication across teams and ensuring stakeho...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Develop and lead VDC processes and best practices, managing resources across projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance virtual building culture and ensure effective execution throughout the project...

St. Louis, MORemote

6 days ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of K-12 sales by leading a dynamic team of Account Executives. Drive performance through strategic planning, precise forecasting, and collaborative initiatives to achieve growth targe...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$127K - $203K *

Join the charge in shaping technical solutions by transforming stakeholder needs into actionable requirements, fostering collaboration within teams, and ensuring project success throughout the product...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $340K *

Champion construction delivery excellence across global data center sites, managing GC performance and budgets of $25M+. Lead strategy, negotiate contracts, and represent construction risks to executi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$231K - $315K *

Shape the future of K-12 assessments by leading innovative design and development strategies, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering a high-performing team to meet evolving educational needs i...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $150K *

Lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives in Marketing Solutions, driving complex programs across multiple teams. Utilize project management expertise to ensure timely delivery, financial rigor...

San Antonio, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform client marketing strategies by leading interdisciplinary teams, delivering innovative solutions based on research and best practices, while fostering long-lasting client relationships to ach...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead the vision and strategy for content development, ensuring quality and usability. Collaborate with stakeholders to align priorities, streamline processes, and enhance the user experience across co...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $156K *

Elevate strategic decision-making by managing integrated program plans, ensuring accurate portfolio data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing client and media partner relationships, ensuring exceptional service and effective contract management while driving growth and collaboration in news media investments...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing client services by developing a high-performing team, driving operational excellence, and leveraging technology to improve productivity and client satisfaction in a dynami...

Lanham, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$205K - $231K *

Champion the Athena member experience by leading cross-functional teams to enhance vulnerability management and remediation processes, ensuring a seamless workflow for enterprise customers in a fast-p...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$275K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead quality and technical governance for mission-critical facilities, ensuring operational readiness and continuous improvement across the facility lifecycle from design to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a talented team in crafting a high-quality, scalable object storage product that enhances the developer experience, balancing technical execution with product thinking to drive meaningful improve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $290K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on production and infrastructure. Drive performance, foster collaboration, and deliver innovative solutions while managing diverse tec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project delivery by leading enterprise SaaS implementations for utility clients. Build strong client relationships, manage competing priorities, and ensure successful project outcomes across...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Vice President of Design do?question toggle

    A Vice President of Design leads an organization’s design vision and teams, aligning work with customer needs and business objectives. The role may cover product design, UX, UI, research, brand, or other design disciplines.

  • What qualifications are common for Vice President, Design jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for extensive design experience, a track record of leading teams, strategic judgment, and strong cross-functional communication. Specific education and portfolio requirements vary by company and role.

  • How much do Vice President of Design jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as company, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more.

  • What industries hire Vice Presidents of Design?question toggle

    Companies in technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, media, and consumer products may hire Vice Presidents of Design. Responsibilities depend on the organization’s products and design structure.

  • How can I find Vice President, Design jobs?question toggle

    Browse Ladders listings for senior design leadership roles, then compare job scope, location, and employer requirements to find opportunities that match your background.