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Product Design Prototyper Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Manager, Product Design

Plano, TX · On-site

$180K/yr

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

You'll work across the full product development cycle - concept sketches, CAD modeling, prototyping, and DFM - collaborating with electrical and ML engineers to design enclosures and mechanisms that ...

Product Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120K - $300K/yr

You'll work across the full product development cycle - concept sketches, CAD modeling, prototyping, and DFM - collaborating with electrical and ML engineers to design enclosures and mechanisms that ...

Product Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$152K - $182K/yr

The Product Design Engineer will work closely with the founder to translate prototype ideas into robust design components and UI patterns. The position oversees command palette user experience ...

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

Product Design Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$206K/yr

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

Product Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$152K - $182K/yr

The Product Design Engineer will work closely with the founder to translate prototype ideas into robust design components and UI patterns. The position oversees command palette user experience ...

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

Manager, Product Design

Plano, TX · On-site

$180K/yr

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

Product Design Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

$191K/yr

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

Product Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$152K - $182K/yr

The Product Design Engineer will work closely with the founder to translate prototype ideas into robust design components and UI patterns. The position oversees command palette user experience ...

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

Product Design Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$206K/yr

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

Product Design Lead

Austin, TX

$187K/yr

We are looking for a Product Design Lead to join our design team in Austin or remotley. Our team ... This includes vision setting, designing solutions, prototyping, bringing along cross-functional ...

Product Design Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

$191K/yr

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

Product Design Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

$191K/yr

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma Preferred Qualifications * At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role * At least 6 years of experience in ...

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How much do product design prototyper jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for product design prototyper in the United States is $184,336.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $189,000.00 and $189,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Product Design Prototyper, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Product Design Prototyper, you need strong skills in UX/UI design principles, rapid prototyping, and a background in design or related fields. Proficiency with tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping platforms like InVision or Principle is typically required. Creativity, collaboration, and the ability to quickly iterate based on feedback distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure the delivery of user-centered prototypes that effectively communicate design intent and accelerate the product development process.

What is the difference between Product Design Prototyper vs UX Designer?

AspectProduct Design PrototyperUX Designer
Primary FocusCreating interactive prototypes to test product conceptsResearching user needs and designing overall user experience
Skills & ToolsPrototyping tools (Figma, Adobe XD), UI designUser research, wireframing, usability testing
Work EnvironmentDesign teams, product teams, iterative testingResearch teams, design teams, user testing environments
Common UsageDeveloping clickable prototypes for testingUnderstanding user behavior and designing interfaces

While both roles involve design skills, Product Design Prototypers focus on building interactive prototypes to validate ideas, whereas UX Designers concentrate on understanding user needs and crafting the overall user experience. Both collaborate closely but serve different stages of the product development process.

What is a Product Design Prototyper?

A Product Design Prototyper is a professional who creates interactive models or mockups of products to test and communicate design concepts before final development. They use various tools and materials to simulate the look, feel, and functionality of a product, helping teams and stakeholders visualize and refine ideas. Prototypers often collaborate closely with designers, engineers, and product managers to ensure the prototype meets user needs and technical requirements. Their work helps reduce development risks and accelerates the design process by identifying potential issues early on.

How does a Product Design Prototyper typically collaborate with UX designers and engineers during the product development process?

Product Design Prototypers work closely with both UX designers and engineers to bring concepts to life quickly and iteratively. They often translate wireframes and design concepts into interactive prototypes, enabling rapid user testing and feedback. By acting as a bridge between design and engineering, prototypers help identify feasibility issues early and refine solutions collaboratively. Regular communication and alignment with cross-functional teams are essential, as prototypers often facilitate design handoffs and ensure that prototypes accurately represent the intended user experience.
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Manager, Product Design

Manager, Product Design

Capital One

Plano, TX • On-site

$180K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Manager, Product Design
Product Design Manager
(Individual Contributor)
This is a Hybrid position located in Plano, TX. Relocation to Plano, TX is required if you're not located in the Dallas, TX area.
We're currently seeking a Product Designer to join our Experience Design team. We're passionate about creating memorable, meaningful product experiences that build the Capital One brand with humanity and drive business advantage and innovation.
The Experience Design team at Capital One is at the forefront of enriching our customers' digital and physical experiences. We champion a thriving environment of collaboration, authenticity and healthy critique, in which we honor diversity of thought, create a culture of belonging, and elevate one another. If you're a creative innovator who embraces an environment where you can experiment, learn, and change banking for good, we'd love to hear from you.
Role Expectations
As a Product Designer, you'll combine your craft expertise and leadership skills with an understanding of our customers and the business to co-create innovative solutions to complex problems and influence product strategy.
Here are some of the expected competencies for this role:
Product Design Expertise: Demonstrate a high degree of skill in product design, leveraging a variety of skills across interaction, visual and service design; in collaboration with cross-functional partners, inform the use of appropriate tools, platforms, frameworks and design systems and creates artifacts that may include journey maps, blueprints, high-fidelity designs and prototypes
Leadership: Lead design projects, directing and delegating work for more junior team members and building strong partnerships with cross-functional stakeholders while also mentoring and helping to mature the overall product design practice at Capital One
Human-Centered: Effectively navigate the needs of partners and stakeholders, leveraging critical-thinking skills that factor in data, research insights, scalability and tech constraints, while ensuring the team focuses on customer-centered solutions and inclusive design
Business-Focused: Demonstrate proficiency with products and processes and apply relevant insights on customers, competitors and broader market trends to business challenges that shape a shared point of view for your team, partners and stakeholders
Problem-Solving: Demonstrate a solid understanding of tech, data capabilities and emerging technologies and use this knowledge to inform your work and help your cross-functional team move faster and navigate technical limitations in service of the impactful solutions
Collaboration: Leverage a rich network of partnerships across lines of business and the organization to foster collaboration and share solutions, incorporating cross-functional perspectives to bridge gaps in information and drive product strategy
Communication: Present work across levels and job functions using a human-centered approach that integrates design frameworks, data and research insights to articulate a compelling point of view that influences strategic decision-making and direction at senior levels
The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio demonstrating your leadership, process, results and impact.
Basic Qualifications
  • At least 5 years of experience in a Product Design role
  • At least 5 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma

Preferred Qualifications
  • At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role
  • At least 6 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma
  • Experience working with and contributing to an established design system
  • Experience collaborating with product, tech and business partners
  • Experience leading design projects or teams
  • Experience working in heavily regulated, data heavy problem spaces

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.
Plano, TX: $149,800 - $171,000 for Manager, Design
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.
This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.
Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.
This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.
No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.
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