Product Designer Salary in Romania
Bucharest pays mid‑level 9,800 RON annually. This figure reflects demand from fintech firms and automotive suppliers.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
lei5,300 to lei7,500
Average (per year)
lei6,200
Graduates in Bacău start in local firms or outsourcing providers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
lei8,200 to lei12,500
Average (per year)
lei9,800
Roles may involve work with manufacturing or logistics companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
lei12,800 to lei17,500
Average (per year)
lei14,800
Experienced designers with project leadership skills work at multinationals or remote tech employers in Bacău.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
lei18,000+
Principal-level roles are found in specialized or remote contract positions.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
lei38 - lei58
per hour
Mid-level
lei60 - lei85
per hour
Senior
lei85 - lei120
per hour
Market Overview
The Romanian tech sector includes startups and multinational studios. Companies in Bucharest and Cluj‑Napoca hire product designers to shape digital products.