Design Manager Jobs in Texas

Design Manager jobs in Texas are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in technology, consumer goods, financial services, and architecture firms at levels from junior manager through VP of Design. Austin, Dallas, and Houston are the primary hiring centers, home to major employers such as Dell Technologies, AT&T, and ExxonMobil that maintain dedicated in-house design teams. The most sought-after specialties in Texas listings include product design management, UX leadership, and brand and visual identity oversight. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles139+
Top employerAmazon
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring25
Work type44% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Consor
Transportation Design Build Manager
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Consor
New 16h ago
Transportation Design Build Manager
Consor
Dallas, Texas
Data Analytics
Data Science
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Anton Cabinetry
Senior Millwork Engineer / Project Design Manager
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Senior Millwork Engineer / Project Design Manager
Anton Cabinetry
Pantego, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
Hybrid
51-200

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Google
Senior Technical Program Manager, Network Planning and Design Systems
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Google
Added 1d ago
Senior Technical Program Manager, Network Planning and Design Systems
Google
Addison, Texas
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Data Science
$192k - $278k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Capital One
Manager, Product Design
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Capital One
Added 2d ago
Manager, Product Design
Capital One
Plano, Texas
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
10,000+

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GEICO
Manager, Learning Design & Development
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GEICO
Added 3d ago
Manager, Learning Design & Development
GEICO
Richardson, Texas
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Design Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Plano
7 jobs
Fort Worth
7 jobs
Richardson
7 jobs
San Antonio
5 jobs
Allen
4 jobs
Irving
4 jobs

Design Manager Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon
    Amazon13
  • AECOM
    AECOM5
  • Gensler
    Gensler5
  • Jacobs
    Jacobs3
  • Kiewit
    Kiewit3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate16
  • Consulting & Professional Services7
  • Energy3
  • Electronics & Hardware3
  • Distribution & Wholesale3

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in design manager jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in design, visual communications, or a closely related field required
  • Five or more years of professional design experience including team leadership responsibilities
  • Demonstrated portfolio showing end-to-end design projects from concept through final delivery
  • Proficiency in industry-standard tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, or Sketch
  • Experience partnering with product, engineering, and marketing stakeholders on cross-functional projects
  • Strong presentation and communication skills for pitching design concepts to senior leadership

Design Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a design manager in Texas?

The most direct path is to build several years of hands-on design work in Texas before stepping into people management. Texas does not require a state-issued license to practice as a design manager, so hiring decisions center on a strong portfolio, a relevant bachelor's degree in design or visual communications, and demonstrated experience leading creative work. Pursuing certifications in UX research or agile product development can accelerate the move from senior designer to manager.

How much do design managers make in Texas?

Design managers in Texas earn a median of about $88,270 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $55,730 for the lowest 10% to over $172,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire design managers in Texas?

Employers hiring design managers in Texas right now include Amazon, AECOM, and Gensler, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's mix of large technology firms, Fortune 500 headquarters, and growing consumer brands means openings appear across a wide range of industries rather than clustering in a single sector.

Which Texas cities have the most design manager jobs?

Dallas, Austin, and Houston have the most design manager openings in Texas. Austin's dense technology and startup ecosystem drives the highest volume, while Dallas benefits from corporate headquarters in financial services and retail, and Houston's energy and healthcare sectors support a steady pipeline of brand and product design leadership roles.

Are there remote design manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 56% of design manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the fact that much of the work happens in digital tools that travel well. Strategic and UX-focused design manager roles tend to be the most remote-accessible, while positions tied to physical product development or on-site creative studios typically require a local presence.

How can I get hired as a design manager in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is to move laterally from a senior individual-contributor design role into a lead or principal designer position at a Texas employer, then step into formal management. Large Texas-based companies such as Dell, American Airlines, and H-E-B run structured rotational or associate programs where early-career designers take on project leadership before holding a management title. Building a portfolio that documents mentorship, critique facilitation, and cross-functional project ownership gives candidates a clear edge even without a direct management credit.

Where can I find and apply to design manager jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to design manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Texas employers. Search the listings for roles that match your background and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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