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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$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in crafting immersive gameplay experiences by defining core user interactions, mentoring design teams, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver a polished product that resonates...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$138K - $173K *

Join a team that's transforming manufacturing through digital solutions. Lead cross-functional initiatives, drive process improvements, and ensure seamless integration of technology to enhance operati...

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6 days ago

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

$144K - $184K *

Join an innovative engineering team to transform product delivery through AI-driven development, ensuring high standards and compliance while combining product, design, and engineering leadership acro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data platforms by developing scalable solutions for analytics and AI workloads. Collaborate on impactful projects using cutting-edge tools to enhance data reli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $172K *

Analyze operational challenges and drive strategic initiatives to enhance market performance. Collaborate with clinical leaders and partners to align objectives, ensuring accountability and continuous...

New Mexico, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $330K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $175K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $240K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$156K - $265K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $158K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$250K - $370K *

Transform game development by leveraging generative AI to create engaging prototypes. Collaborate across teams to shape visual style, narrative, and sound, ensuring innovative concepts evolve into fun...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$93K - $125K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $225K *

Champion enterprise transformation by leading cross-functional initiatives, ensuring governance and execution quality across value-streams. Collaborate with leaders to drive measurable outcomes and bu...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $248K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to enhance infrastructure and networking, driving user-focused product development while fostering collaboration and operational excellence across the organization...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$202K - $250K *

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $240K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.