Product Design Manager Salary in Sarine District
Sarine District, anchored by Fribourg, hosts education and health technology sectors. Salaries reflect local economic factors. Experience in digital and physical product design is relevant.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF91,000 to CHF109,000
Average (per year)
CHF101,000
Graduates start in local manufacturing firms or regional engineering companies, with salaries reflecting the cost of living.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF109,000 to CHF125,000
Average (per year)
CHF117,000
Projects in education and health tech are supported by mid-level managers who use Fribourg's university partnerships.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF125,000 to CHF140,000
Average (per year)
CHF132,000
Collaboration with Swiss SMEs and multinational companies defines senior managers, and their compensation reflects the district's bilingual workforce.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
CHF140,000+
Guiding multi-disciplinary teams and overseeing regional innovation are responsibilities of principal and lead managers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
CHF42 - CHF56
per hour
Mid-level
CHF56 - CHF74
per hour
Senior
CHF74 - CHF90
per hour