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Software Design Director

Average Software Design Director with Product Management Skills Salary

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$147,395
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$123k
MEDIAN
$147k
75%
$155k

The average salary for a Software Design Director is $147,395 in 2025

Base Salary
$123k - $155k
Total Pay
$123k - $165k
(last updated Aug 14 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Software Design Director

Medical
100%
Dental
100%
Vision
80%

Gender Breakdown for Software Design Directors

Female
66.7%
Male
33.3%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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How can Software Design Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Software Design Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Software Design Director that oversees more junior Software Design Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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