Product Design Manager Salary in Açores, Portugal

Salaries for Product Design Managers in the Azores are reported. Living costs and tourism patterns are factors on the islands.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€22,000 to €27,000

Average (per year)

€25,000

In Maia, entry-level managers may work for export-oriented manufacturers or small software firms, reflecting local economic conditions.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€27,000 to €32,000

Average (per year)

€29,500

Mid-level roles are found in companies with EU contracts or that offer remote work for mainland Portugal.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€32,000 to €38,000

Average (per year)

€35,000

Senior managers in Maia may lead digital projects or collaborate with international partners.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€38,000+

Principal-level positions in Maia are sometimes linked to consulting for larger Portuguese or EU-based companies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€15 - €22

per hour

Mid-level

€22 - €29

per hour

Senior

€29 - €36

per hour

Compared with Portugal's mainland, the Azores sit slightly below the national median for this role.