Product Design Manager Salary in Kuching, Sarawak

Kuching, the largest city in Sarawak, hosts a tech and design ecosystem. Employers range from government agencies to creative agencies and software firms. Salaries here vary with the local job market and cost of living.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

RM57,000 to RM72,000

Average (per year)

RM66,000

In Kuching, entry-level roles are available across a range of businesses and the creative sector.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

RM72,000 to RM105,000

Average (per year)

RM90,000

Local agencies, tech startups, and government-backed initiatives offer positions for mid-level managers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

RM105,000 to RM135,000

Average (per year)

RM120,000

Senior managers lead teams on digital transformation projects and supervise creative direction for regional firms.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

RM135,000+

Principal roles exist in larger corporate offices, prominent agencies, and as digital heads for Sarawak-based conglomerates.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

RM35 - RM55

per hour

Mid-level

RM55 - RM80

per hour

Senior

RM80 - RM110

per hour