Head of UX Salary in Portugal
Senior design leaders in Lisbon's tech sector receive salaries consistent with local market rates. Companies such as fintech startups and tourism platforms set packages near this median.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€26,000 to €32,000
Average (per year)
€28,750
Limited experience and the presence of smaller tech firms in Ovar influence entry-level salaries.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€33,000 to €41,000
Average (per year)
€37,000
Mid-level professionals engage with regional firms.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€41,000 to €51,000
Average (per year)
€46,500
Senior salaries reflect local economic factors.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€51,000+
Principal-level roles offer higher compensation for deep expertise.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€18 - €26
per hour
Mid-level
€26 - €38
per hour
Senior
€38 - €54
per hour
Market Overview
Fintech firms in Porto and Lisbon seek UX professionals to shape digital banking. Tourism agencies, gaming studios, and SaaS companies add pressure, hiring heads of UX to improve conversion rates across platforms. Remote work lets multinational agencies tap Portuguese talent without relocation costs.