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As the Senior Manager of Product Design for Squishmallows, you will lead the design and development of innovative plush for this iconic, market-leading brand! This role requires an expert balance of creative vision and strategic leadership to translate consumer insights into compelling, highly collectible products. You will champion the entire design process from initial ideation to final production, ensuring strict alignment with overarching brand strategies. Collaboration is key: you will partner cross-functionally with brand management, packaging, and global manufacturing teams to deliver exciting play experiences while adhering to cost, quality, and timeline requirements. In this leadership role, you will also mentor junior design staff and manage external vendor partnerships. Come join one of the world's biggest toy-making companies and help us shape the future of play!
What You Will Do:
- Manage the entire design, development, and QC/QA processes for the Squishmallows brand, ensuring strict adherence to target costs, quality standards, and development schedules
- Collaborate with the Director of Product Design on strategic direction and innovation efforts, proactively generating new toy concepts to enhance the brand
- Provide clear, precise, and complete product turnover documentation (PDS) to internal development teams and global Asia partners
- Review, submit, and provide actionable feedback on illustrative turns, 3D sculpts, paint masters, and development samples
- Partner cross-functionally with branding, product management, engineering, packaging, and licensing to align products with licensor needs and strategic brand goals
- Prepare for and lead meetings, manage resource allocation, and track project assignments to keep cross-functional teams aligned
- Act as a dedicated leader by training, mentoring, and coaching junior design staff while also managing external vendor partnerships
- Perform other duties as assigned
Supervisor Responsibilities: Yes
What We Are Looking For:
7+ years of product design or other relevant creative experience with a compelling portfolio showcasing a specific focus on Plush Design or character-driven products
5+ years of experience collaborating with global manufacturing factories (Asia preferred)
4+ years of direct leadership experience with a proven track record of training, mentoring, and inspiring junior staff
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and expertise in control drawings and rendered concept illustrations
Deep understanding of current market trends, the competitive marketplace, and the nuances of working with licensed brands
Exceptional project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple shifting priorities autonomously
Excellent visual, verbal, and written communication skills with the confidence to present to stakeholders at all organizational levels
Nice To Have:
Bachelor’s degree in Toy Design, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, or an industry-relevant field is a plus
Prior experience working in the toy, baby, costume, or pets industry
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee, but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What We Offer
The salary range for this position is $128,280 - $160,380 / Yr. The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.
Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.
Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.
Reasonable Accommodations
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working at Jazwares
At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.
- Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
- Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
- Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together!
JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Who We Are
Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Five Nights at Freddy’s™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and BLDR™. In addition to toys, offerings include costumes, games, and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com (http://www.jazwares.com/) and follow us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jazwares), X (https://twitter.com/jazwares), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jazwares/), and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Jazwares/).
Recruitment Safety
Please be wary of unsolicited communications from individuals or websites you are not familiar with, or any communications requesting sensitive personal data or information. All official Jazwares employment information will come from our company email ending in @jazwares.com. Jazwares will never request any monetary payments at any point during its hiring process. If you have any questions about any unsolicited communications, you can reach out to jazlegal@jazwares.com (mailto:jazlegal@jazwares.com). We look forward to you experiencing a safe and enjoyable application process at Jazwares!
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
As the Senior Manager of Product Design for Squishmallows, you will lead the design and development of innovative plush for this iconic, market-leading brand! This role requires an expert balance of creative vision and strategic leadership to translate consumer insights into compelling, highly collectible products. You will champion the entire design process from initial ideation to final production, ensuring strict alignment with overarching brand strategies. Collaboration is key: you will partner cross-functionally with brand management, packaging, and global manufacturing teams to deliver exciting play experiences while adhering to cost, quality, and timeline requirements. In this leadership role, you will also mentor junior design staff and manage external vendor partnerships. Come join one of the world's biggest toy-making companies and help us shape the future of play!
What You Will Do:
- Manage the entire design, development, and QC/QA processes for the Squishmallows brand, ensuring strict adherence to target costs, quality standards, and development schedules
- Collaborate with the Director of Product Design on strategic direction and innovation efforts, proactively generating new toy concepts to enhance the brand
- Provide clear, precise, and complete product turnover documentation (PDS) to internal development teams and global Asia partners
- Review, submit, and provide actionable feedback on illustrative turns, 3D sculpts, paint masters, and development samples
- Partner cross-functionally with branding, product management, engineering, packaging, and licensing to align products with licensor needs and strategic brand goals
- Prepare for and lead meetings, manage resource allocation, and track project assignments to keep cross-functional teams aligned
- Act as a dedicated leader by training, mentoring, and coaching junior design staff while also managing external vendor partnerships
- Perform other duties as assigned
Supervisor Responsibilities: Yes
What We Are Looking For:
7+ years of product design or other relevant creative experience with a compelling portfolio showcasing a specific focus on Plush Design or character-driven products
5+ years of experience collaborating with global manufacturing factories (Asia preferred)
4+ years of direct leadership experience with a proven track record of training, mentoring, and inspiring junior staff
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and expertise in control drawings and rendered concept illustrations
Deep understanding of current market trends, the competitive marketplace, and the nuances of working with licensed brands
Exceptional project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple shifting priorities autonomously
Excellent visual, verbal, and written communication skills with the confidence to present to stakeholders at all organizational levels
Nice To Have:
Bachelor’s degree in Toy Design, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, or an industry-relevant field is a plus
Prior experience working in the toy, baby, costume, or pets industry
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee, but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What We Offer
The salary range for this position is $128,280 - $160,380 / Yr. The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.
Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.
Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.
Reasonable Accommodations
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working at Jazwares
At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.
- Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
- Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
- Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together!
JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Who We Are
Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Five Nights at Freddy’s™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and BLDR™. In addition to toys, offerings include costumes, games, and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com (http://www.jazwares.com/) and follow us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jazwares), X (https://twitter.com/jazwares), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jazwares/), and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Jazwares/).
Recruitment Safety
Please be wary of unsolicited communications from individuals or websites you are not familiar with, or any communications requesting sensitive personal data or information. All official Jazwares employment information will come from our company email ending in @jazwares.com. Jazwares will never request any monetary payments at any point during its hiring process. If you have any questions about any unsolicited communications, you can reach out to jazlegal@jazwares.com (mailto:jazlegal@jazwares.com). We look forward to you experiencing a safe and enjoyable application process at Jazwares!
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
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- Non-Profit & Social Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote product design engineer jobs.
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo
- Experience with design-for-manufacturability and design-for-assembly principles
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial design, or a related field
- Familiarity with GD&T and engineering drawing standards
- Experience taking products from concept through production release
- Knowledge of materials selection, tolerance analysis, and supplier communication
Tips for Your Remote Product Design Engineer Job Search
Build a portfolio that shows your remote process
Remote employers can't watch you work, so your portfolio has to do it for them. Document your design decisions, annotate your CAD files, and include written rationale for each iteration. A portfolio that shows how you think remotely outperforms one that only shows final renders.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote product design engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly without hunting across multiple sources. Applying within the first few days of a posting going live puts you in the strongest review window.
Demonstrate async communication in your application materials
Remote product design engineering runs on written handoffs, design reviews in Figma comments, and async status updates. Mention specific tools you've used for async collaboration, and write your cover letter in a style that reflects clear, structured thinking rather than conversational brevity.
Target remote-first companies with distributed hardware teams
Remote-first firms and companies with established distributed engineering teams have processes built for remote product design work. Searching specifically for companies with distributed team structures, rather than companies offering occasional flexibility, puts you in front of employers who already know how to integrate remote product design engineers.
Remote Product Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote product design engineer job?
Target remote-first companies and distributed product teams in sectors like consumer electronics, medical devices, and industrial hardware, where design work is regularly done asynchronously. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear written communication, and fluency with collaborative tools like Figma, JIRA, and PLM platforms. A portfolio that shows your full design process, including ideation, prototyping, and iteration decisions, gives you a concrete edge over candidates who only submit a finished-work reel.
Which companies hire remote product design engineers?
Remote product design engineer roles are posted by Oscar Health, Vanta, and HighLevel and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Remote-first firms and distributed teams in consumer electronics, software hardware integration, and medical device development are among the most consistent sources of remote openings for this role.
Can you get a remote product design engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles in product design engineering are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal hand-holding. Startups building physical products and early-stage hardware companies are more likely to hire junior remote candidates. A strong portfolio of personal projects, coursework prototypes, or open-source hardware contributions demonstrates the self-sufficiency that remote employers screen for when experience on a team is limited.
Do you need a degree for remote product design engineer jobs?
Not always, though a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial design, or a related field is listed in most postings. Remote employers increasingly weigh a demonstrable portfolio, proficiency in tools like SolidWorks or Fusion 360, and evidence of shipped product work alongside or ahead of a formal credential. Certifications, bootcamp completions, and well-documented personal projects can offset the absence of a degree for candidates who show strong design judgment and process discipline.
Which industries hire the most remote product design engineers?
The sectors hiring the most remote product design engineers are Technology & Software, Insurance, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These industries rely on distributed product teams that collaborate across time zones, making remote product design engineering a practical and established working model within them.
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