Product Design Manager Salary in Queensland, Australia
In Queensland, a Product Design Manager earns around A$115,000 per year. Cities such as Brisbane and the Gold Coast host tech firms and tourism operators. Living costs in Queensland are compared with those in Sydney.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$92,000 to A$105,000
Average (per year)
A$99,000
New managers find jobs with fintech, healthtech, or state government in Brisbane.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$106,000 to A$124,000
Average (per year)
A$115,000
Managers with growing portfolios work for national tech firms or digital teams in Brisbane.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$125,000 to A$143,000
Average (per year)
A$135,000
Senior managers in Brisbane oversee design teams at banks, software companies, or government agencies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
A$144,000+
Principal-level design leaders work at large corporations and global firms with Queensland headquarters.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
A$48 - A$65
per hour
Mid-level
A$66 - A$82
per hour
Senior
A$83 - A$105
per hour
Queensland's median is above the national average for mid‑level managers. Lower housing costs affect the overall compensation picture.