VP of Design Salary in Upper Palatinate, Bavaria

Upper Palatinate includes electronics and automotive supply companies, many of which are located near Regensburg. Salaries for design executives reflect living costs and proximity to Munich. Compensation benchmarks are influenced by local companies.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€83,000 to €100,000

Average (per year)

€91,500

Small teams in electronics or regional SaaS businesses are overseen by entry-level VPs.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€97,000 to €120,000

Average (per year)

€108,000

Established engineering firms and export-focused manufacturers collaborate with mid-level leaders.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€115,000 to €140,000

Average (per year)

€127,000

In Upper Palatinate, senior VPs oversee design for electronics and automotive supply companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€135,000+

Principal roles are available in Regensburg's multinational offices and major exporters.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€43 - €60

per hour

Mid-level

€56 - €78

per hour

Senior

€75 - €115

per hour