Overview
Director of Design Salary Overview
- Bottom 25% Average
$91,000
Early-stage startups
- Middle 50% Average
$123,321
Growth companies
- Top 25% Average
$172,518
Late-stage/public companies
Director of Designs at SaaS companies earn an average of $133,486, with typical salaries ranging from $113,300 to $150,000. Based on 26 real salary data points from SaaS companies.
Quartile bands
Detailed Director of Design Compensation Breakdown
Top 25%
$172,518
8 salaries
Middle 50%
$123,321
14 salaries
Bottom 25%
$91,000
4 salaries
Percentile Band | Average Base Salary | # of salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Top 25% | $172,518 | 8 salaries |
| Middle 50% | $123,321 | 14 salaries |
| Bottom 25% | $91,000 | 4 salaries |
Key insights
What Drives Higher Director of Design Pay?
Years of experience and proven track record
Company stage and funding (later stage typically pays more)
Technical expertise and specialization
Location and remote work policies
Director of Design Compensation Structure
Base salary is primary component
Equity grants common at growth-stage companies
Performance bonuses typically 10-20% of base
Benefits packages vary by company stage
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