Head of Design Salary in Ulm, Baden-Württemberg

Ulm is a mid-sized city. Salary levels are shaped by the presence of multinational companies and moderate living costs. Design leaders collaborate with engineering and software teams.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€57,000 to €70,000

Average (per year)

€63,000

Early-career Heads of Design work in regional manufacturing or tech startups.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€71,000 to €90,000

Average (per year)

€82,000

Mid-level professionals earn salaries at larger industrial firms or digital agencies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€91,000 to €110,000

Average (per year)

€101,000

At established companies, Senior Heads of Design lead teams and oversee projects.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€111,000+

Principal roles are found at large employers or international subsidiaries.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€38 - €56

per hour

Mid-level

€57 - €75

per hour

Senior

€76 - €105

per hour