Product Designer Salary in Moldova

In Moldova, a mid‑level product designer earns about 121,500 MDL per year. The figure is based on local salary data. Base pay can be supplemented with bonuses tied to project milestones.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

L69,000 to L102,000

Average (per year)

L85,500

Entry-level designers work for local agencies or small IT firms.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

L102,000 to L141,000

Average (per year)

L121,500

Mid-level employees in Bălţi work with foreign clients or regional tech companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

L141,000 to L186,000

Average (per year)

L163,500

Senior designers work for international firms or lead product teams.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

L186,000+

Principal designers consult remotely or for multinational companies.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

L38 - L55

per hour

Mid-level

L55 - L78

per hour

Senior

L78 - L110

per hour

Market Overview

There is demand for product designers in the market. Openings are concentrated in Chisinau, with activity also in Bălţi and Tiraspol. Designers with combined UI and user research skills are sought.