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On the Product Design & Research team, we create experiences that delight pet parents, businesses, and veterinarians while helping pets live happier, healthier lives. We're looking for an experienced ...

On the Product Design & Research team, we create experiences that delight pet parents, businesses, and veterinarians while helping pets live happier, healthier lives. We're looking for an experienced ...

Lead design enhancements and product line extensions within assigned platforms (e.g., A-Series, 200 Series) * Translate product requirements into robust, manufacturable solutions with minimal ...

* Own and articulate the overarching product design vision and strategy for CrowdStrike's Falcon ... Establish research, analytics, and design intelligence frameworks that connect design decisions to ...

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How much do product design research jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for product design research 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 is product design research?

Product design research is the process of gathering and analyzing information about users' needs, behaviors, and experiences to inform and improve the design of a product. It involves various methods such as user interviews, surveys, usability testing, and competitor analysis to ensure that the final product solves real user problems and delivers value. The insights gained from this research guide design decisions, helping teams create products that are both functional and user-friendly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a product design researcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Product Design Researcher, you need expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods, user experience principles, and typically a background in design, psychology, or related fields. Familiarity with tools like UserTesting, Optimal Workshop, and prototyping software such as Figma or Sketch, as well as experience with data analysis platforms, is essential. Strong communication, empathy, and critical thinking skills help you effectively translate user insights into actionable design recommendations. These skills are crucial for creating user-centered products that meet real needs and drive business success.

What is the difference between Product Design Research vs User Experience Research?

AspectProduct Design ResearchUser Experience Research
FocusUnderstanding user needs to inform product design and developmentEvaluating user interactions and experiences to improve usability
MethodsUser interviews, ethnography, concept testingUsability testing, surveys, field studies
Work EnvironmentCollaborates closely with designers, product managers, engineersWorks with designers, UX teams, product teams
CredentialsBackground in design, psychology, anthropology often preferredBackground in psychology, human factors, or design

Product Design Research and User Experience Research share overlapping skills and work environments but differ in their primary focus. Product Design Research emphasizes informing product development through understanding user needs, while UX Research concentrates on evaluating and improving user interactions. Both roles are vital in creating user-centered products and often collaborate within the same teams.

How does a product design researcher typically collaborate with designers, engineers, and product managers throughout a project?

Product Design Researchers play an integral role in cross-functional teams by gathering user insights and sharing research findings that inform product decisions. They often collaborate closely with designers to ensure user needs are addressed in prototypes and with engineers to provide context for technical solutions. Regular meetings, workshops, and feedback sessions facilitate open communication and ensure that research insights are integrated at every stage of the product lifecycle. This collaborative approach helps align the team’s efforts towards creating user-centered products and often leads to more innovative and effective design solutions.
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Infographic showing various Product Design Research job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $184,336 per year, or $88.6 per hour.

Manager, Product Design - Enterprise

Chewy

Boston, MA • On-site, Remote

$149K - $225K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago


Chewy rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 226 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

About the Role

Chewy is dedicated to being the most trusted and convenient online destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. On the Product Design & Research team, we create experiences that delight pet parents, businesses, and veterinarians while helping pets live happier, healthier lives.

We're looking for an experienced Manager, Product Design to lead Product Design for Enterprise Retail Systems in Seattle or Boston. Your team will design the tools and platforms that power one of the world's largest online pet retailers, enabling merchants, category managers, pricing teams, vendors, and operations teams to make smarter decisions and work more efficiently. You'll simplify complex workflows, modernize enterprise systems, and improve experiences for thousands of internal users that ultimately benefit millions of pet parents.

This is an opportunity to shape the future of enterprise experiences at Chewy by defining design direction, influencing product strategy, developing a high-performing team, and delivering products that create measurable business impact.

What You'll Do

  • Lead, mentor, hire, and develop a team of 3-5 Product Designers while contributing directly to high-impact build initiatives in a combined leadership and hands-on role.

  • Define the vision for Enterprise Retail Systems team and partner with Product and Engineering leaders to influence product strategy, roadmap priorities, and investment decisions.

  • Guide your team through discovery, ideation, prototyping, testing, and delivery to solve complex, data-rich enterprise workflows using customer insights, analytics, and systems thinking.

  • Build a high-performing design culture through mentorship, performance management, career development, and continuous feedback.

  • Partner closely with User Research to validate concepts, measure customer adoption, and drive operational and business outcomes.

  • Champion design quality, accessibility, scalable design systems, and continuous improvement across products, processes, and team operations.

  • Explore AI-powered tools and emerging technologies that improve design quality, team productivity, and enterprise user experiences.

  • Communicate design strategy, customer insights, and recommendations to executives and cross-functional partners, building alignment and enabling informed decisions.

  • Represent Product Design as a strategic partner across the Enterprise Retail organization, influencing experiences beyond your immediate portfolio.

Basic Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in Product Design, UX Design, Information Architecture, or a related design field.

  • 3+ years of experience leading, coaching, and developing Product Design teams in a fast-paced product organization.

  • Experience balancing people leadership with hands-on product design in a player/coach role.

  • Proven success partnering with Product, Engineering, Research, and business Team Members to deliver customer-centered products.

  • Strong portfolio demonstrating systems thinking, complex enterprise workflows, and measurable customer or business impact.

  • Excellent communication, storytelling, and team member influence skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership.

  • Experience using customer research, analytics, and experimentation to inform product and design decisions.

  • Bachelor’s degree in design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or equivalent professional experience.

  • Position may require occasional travel and 3-4 days per week in the local office.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience designing enterprise software, ecommerce platforms, marketplaces, healthcare technology, FinTech, SaaS, or other complex digital products.

  • Experience contributing to or leading design systems and scalable design practices across multiple product teams.

  • Experience demonstrating AI-powered tools or emerging technologies to improve design workflows, team efficiency, or customer experiences.

  • Experience working in Agile product development environments and influencing cross-functional strategy.

The base salary range for this role is $149,000 - $225,000.00.
  • The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for 401k and a new hire and annual equity grant. C08+ positions may also be eligible for annual bonus.

We offer different types of insurance and benefits, such as medical/Rx, vision, dental, life, disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident. We offer parental leave, family services benefits, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance program, and many discounts including 10% off pet insurance and 20% off at Chewy.com. 

Exempt salary team members have unlimited PTO, subject to manager approval. Team members will receive six paid holidays per year. Team members may be eligible for paid sick and family leave in compliance with applicable state and local regulations. 

Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact CAAR@chewy.com.

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About Chewy

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Chewy is a prominent player in the e-commerce industry, specifically dedicated to pet owners. Based in Dania Beach, Florida, the company was founded in 2011 with the aim to make pet shopping easier and more convenient. Chewy offers a wide range of products including pet food, toys, and other pet-related essentials from over 1,000 trusted brands, along with prescription food and medications from certified veterinarians. The company stands out for its dedication to providing 24/7 customer service and shipping orders over $49 for free. Chewy's mission is to be the most trusted and convenient online destination for pet parents everywhere by committed to delivering pet happiness.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Plantation, FL, US

Year founded

2011