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.