Head of Design Salary in Villeurbanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Villeurbanne borders Lyon, and design professionals work in SaaS, manufacturing, and agency environments. Salaries may be higher for those with experience in large‑scale projects.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€48,000 to €55,000

Average (per year)

€51,500

Entry‑level Heads of Design in Villeurbanne join tech startups or agencies near Lyon.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€55,000 to €67,000

Average (per year)

€61,000

Mid‑level roles are found in established software firms or industry‑focused design consultancies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€67,000 to €83,000

Average (per year)

€75,000

Senior Heads of Design lead multi‑disciplinary teams for larger employers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€83,000+

Principal or lead professionals work in companies with regional headquarters or high‑growth SaaS businesses.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€32 - €45

per hour

Mid-level

€46 - €62

per hour

Senior

€63 - €90

per hour