Product Design Manager Salary in Brisbane, Queensland

Brisbane includes tech, finance, and creative industry activity in Queensland. Product design managers in Brisbane work across the city center. Brisbane's startup sector and public agencies employ design leaders.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

A$115,000 to A$133,000

Average (per year)

A$124,000

New managers find jobs with fintech, healthtech, or state government in Brisbane.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

A$136,000 to A$155,000

Average (per year)

A$145,000

Managers with growing portfolios work for national tech firms or digital teams in Brisbane.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

A$158,000 to A$180,000

Average (per year)

A$169,000

Senior managers in Brisbane oversee design teams at banks, software companies, or government agencies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

A$182,000+

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$60 - A$78

per hour

Mid-level

A$85 - A$112

per hour

Senior

A$120 - A$155

per hour