Product Design Manager Salary in Yangpu, Shanghai

Yangpu hosts universities, research centers, and a developing startup ecosystem. Design manager salaries differ by location within the city. Academic institutions are involved in tech and creative hiring.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥230,000 to ¥290,000

Average (per year)

¥260,000

At the entry level, managers support academic projects and assist early-stage startups near Fudan University.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥290,000 to ¥370,000

Average (per year)

¥330,000

Mid-level positions involve collaboration with university spin-offs and tech incubators.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥370,000 to ¥470,000

Average (per year)

¥420,000

In the Knowledge Innovation Zone, senior managers lead teams for firms and startups.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥470,000+

Innovation projects with technology employers and university partners are overseen by principal-level managers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥130 - ¥190

per hour

Mid-level

¥190 - ¥260

per hour

Senior

¥260 - ¥350

per hour