Design Manager Salary in Songjiang, Shanghai

Songjiang includes industrial parks and universities. Salaries for design managers here are shaped by both manufacturing companies and a growing number of tech firms.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥150,000 to ¥225,000

Average (per year)

¥185,000

Fresh graduates and junior hires start at modest salaries in Songjiang.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥225,000 to ¥315,000

Average (per year)

¥265,000

Mid-level managers find roles across manufacturing and technology parks, and their salaries reflect the employer mix.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥315,000 to ¥410,000

Average (per year)

¥360,000

Veteran design managers at large firms earn higher pay.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥410,000+

Top design managers leading innovation or R&D teams in Songjiang receive higher salaries.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

¥85 - ¥130

per hour

Mid-level

¥130 - ¥200

per hour

Senior

¥200 - ¥280

per hour