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Director, Product Design

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60601, USA
Listing for: Ladders
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-07
Job specializations:
  • Design & Architecture
    Product Designer, Creative Design / Digital Art
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 190000 - 220000 USD Yearly USD 190000.00 220000.00 YEAR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Product Design to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space.

This role will shape product design strategy and user experience across the full lifecycle, from early concept through development handoff. You will balance hands-on design contribution with team leadership, guiding projects, aligning with cross-functional partners, and helping translate business needs into thoughtful solutions. The position also calls for strong client-facing communication, mentorship of designers, and the ability to adapt to both rapid optimizations and longer-term vision work.

Location:

Remote

Compensation: $190,000 – $220,000 annually

Responsibilities
  • Guide strategic decisions in product design and user experience
  • Contribute to the full product lifecycle from concept to development handoff
  • Balance team leadership with hands-on design contributions
  • Lead product design projects, breaking them into manageable tasks
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Strategy and Development
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their business needs
  • Adapt to various working styles, from quick optimizations to visionary projects
  • Mentor designers, supporting their career growth and development
Qualifications
  • 5-7 years of product design experience in agency or related environments
  • Proven design leadership across the entire product design lifecycle
  • Strong communication skills for collaboration with senior clients and executives
  • Experience delivering user-focused solutions in diverse categories
  • Familiarity with agile product design and development methodologies
  • Experience mentoring designers at various levels
  • Proficiency in AI tools for design and rapid prototyping
Benefits
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Access to cutting-edge design tools and technologies
  • Strong emphasis on work-life balance

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.

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