Head of Design Salary in Putuo, Shanghai
Putuo includes areas such as Caojiadu and the Changshou Road corridor. Office rents are lower than downtown. Salaries in this district differ by position.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥230,000 to ¥300,000
Average (per year)
¥265,000
Entry hires join mid-sized tech firms or digital agencies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥310,000 to ¥400,000
Average (per year)
¥355,000
Mid-level roles are available at companies expanding their product design teams.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥410,000 to ¥560,000
Average (per year)
¥485,000
Senior heads of design work with established tech employers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥570,000+
Principal designers oversee digital strategy and set standards across multiple teams.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥100 - ¥150
per hour
Mid-level
¥160 - ¥230
per hour
Senior
¥240 - ¥370
per hour