UI Designer Salary in Shenzhen, Guangdong

Shenzhen hosts major tech employers such as Tencent and Huawei. UI designer salaries in Shenzhen are higher than in smaller cities. International firms and local unicorns offer wages to attract experienced talent.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥110,000 to ¥180,000

Average (per year)

¥145,000

Large tech firms, startups, and agencies in Shenzhen offer entry-level designers competitive starting salaries.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥180,000 to ¥260,000

Average (per year)

¥220,000

Mid-level designers join global companies, fintech startups, and mobile app giants.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥260,000 to ¥340,000

Average (per year)

¥300,000

At the senior level, designers manage teams or direct projects for international tech leaders and unicorn startups.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥340,000+

Principal and lead designers in Shenzhen receive pay from major employers such as Tencent, Huawei, and global R&D centers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥90 - ¥160

per hour

Mid-level

¥160 - ¥230

per hour

Senior

¥230 - ¥320

per hour