Head of Design Salary in Bulgaria
In Sofia, a Head of Design earns about 49,000 BGN annually. Compensation levels differ among companies, including software houses and advertising agencies. Compensation for design roles in the fintech sector varies.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
лв32,000 to лв42,000
Average (per year)
лв37,000
Salaries for entry-level positions differ across the region.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
лв43,000 to лв56,000
Average (per year)
лв49,000
Compensation for designers with several years of experience aligns with regional market trends.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
лв57,000 to лв69,000
Average (per year)
лв63,000
Experienced designers lead projects for local companies and export businesses.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
лв70,000+
Compensation for principal positions corresponds to roles in larger manufacturers and regional offices.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
лв23 - лв35
per hour
Mid-level
лв36 - лв48
per hour
Senior
лв48 - лв62
per hour
Market Overview
Sofia includes tech startups, multinational software firms, and creative agencies. Living costs in the area are lower than in some other regions. Major banks and e‑commerce platforms engage in user experience activities.