Product Design Manager Salary in Göttingen, Lower Saxony

Göttingen has a strong academic sector and major research hospitals. Product design managers in the region work with research and medical technology employers.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€54,000 to €63,000

Average (per year)

€58,500

New graduates work in life sciences, research equipment, or tech startups.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€63,000 to €74,000

Average (per year)

€68,500

In medical device firms, research institutes, and IT service providers, mid-level managers contribute to the city's academic focus.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€74,000 to €86,000

Average (per year)

€80,000

Senior managers lead teams at larger technology employers or university-linked spin-offs.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€86,000+

Principal design managers develop innovation strategy for the research sector or manage consulting engagements.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€29 - €36

per hour

Mid-level

€36 - €45

per hour

Senior

€45 - €56

per hour