Service Designer Salary in Santa Clara County, California

Santa Clara County is home to Silicon Valley, where tech giants dominate the job market. Salaries are typically higher for specialized roles. Service designers collaborate with product teams at software and hardware companies.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$76,000 to $96,000

Average (per year)

$86,000

Entry-level designers work in various types of companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$97,000 to $122,000

Average (per year)

$109,000

Mid-level professionals collaborate with product teams.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$123,000 to $146,000

Average (per year)

$134,000

Senior designers lead multi-disciplinary teams.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$147,000+

Principal leaders define service strategy for technology companies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$43 - $54

per hour

Mid-level

$56 - $70

per hour

Senior

$71 - $92

per hour