Senior Product Designer

Our world is transforming, and PTC is leading the way. Our software brings the physical and digital worlds together, enabling companies to improve operations, create better products, and empower people in all aspects of their business. 

Our people make all the difference in our success. Today, we are a global team of nearly 7,000 and our main objective is to create opportunities for our team members to explore, learn, and grow – all while seeing their ideas come to life and celebrating the differences that make us who we are and the work we do possible.  

Job Title: Senior Product DesignerPosition SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Product Designer to lead the design of complex, high-impact product experiences across our CAD and PLM/PDM platforms. This role blends strategic design thinking with hands-on execution, driving user-centered solutions that scale across SaaS environments. You’ll collaborate closely with engineering, product management, and global design teams to shape intuitive, elegant, and resilient user experiences.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign Leadership & Execution

• Lead the end-to-end design of CAD and PLM/PDM features, including geometry workflows, BOM management, and engineering change processes.
• Translate complex technical requirements into intuitive user interfaces and interactions.
• Own design systems and patterns that ensure consistency, scalability, and accessibility across platforms.

Collaboration & Strategy

• Partner with Product Managers, Engineers, and UX Researchers to define product vision, user needs, and design strategy.
• Influence long-term product direction through user insights, data, and design best practices.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops and design reviews to align teams and drive innovation.

Quality & Validation

• Develop prototypes and conduct usability testing to validate design decisions.
• Ensure designs meet performance, accessibility, and security standards.
• Advocate for design quality and user experience throughout the development lifecycle.

Mentorship & Growth

• Mentor junior designers and contribute to a culture of feedback, learning, and continuous improvement.
• Champion design thinking and user advocacy across the organization.

Innovation & Agility

• Explore emerging design tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance team capabilities.
• Work in Agile environments, adapting quickly to changing priorities and user needs.

Skills & Knowledge

• Expertise in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and prototyping platforms.
• Strong understanding of CAD workflows, PLM/PDM systems, and SaaS product design.
• Experience designing for complex systems, including microservices and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML/CSS/JavaScript) and design handoff processes.
• Ability to balance user needs, technical constraints, and business goals.
• Excellent communication, storytelling, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, HCI, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in product design, with a portfolio showcasing complex, scalable solutions.
• Experience working in Agile teams and collaborating with global stakeholders.
• Prior exposure to CAD/CAM or enterprise software design is a strong plus.

Life at PTC is about more than working with today’s most cutting-edge technologies to transform the physical world. It’s about showing up as you are and working alongside some of today’s most talented industry leaders to transform the world around you. 

If you share our passion for problem-solving through innovation, you’ll likely become just as passionate about the PTC experience as we are. Are you ready to explore your next career move with us?

We respect the privacy rights of individuals and are committed to handling Personal Information responsibly and in accordance with all applicable privacy and data protection laws. Review our Privacy Policy here."