Head of Design Salary in Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland
Salaries for Head of Design in Northern Ostrobothnia are reported. The figure relates to the market in Oulu and surrounding university‑linked startups. Seasoned designers often work in cross‑functional teams.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€52,000 to €62,000
Average (per year)
€57,000
Entry heads begin their careers at tech startups or digital agencies, where pay is moderate.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€63,000 to €72,000
Average (per year)
€67,500
Mid-level heads lead UX, product, or brand teams at local ICT and health tech firms.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€73,000 to €84,000
Average (per year)
€78,500
Senior professionals manage multi-disciplinary teams in firms and R&D centers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€85,000+
Principal heads oversee large departments or cross-border projects, which can affect compensation.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€35 - €48
per hour
Mid-level
€49 - €68
per hour
Senior
€69 - €90
per hour
Across Finland, Head of Design salaries vary, and Northern Ostrobothnia's figures differ from the national average.