UI Designer Salary in Romania
UI designers in Romania receive varying yearly salaries. Salaries are influenced by living costs in Bucharest and local demand for UI designers. Senior roles typically earn higher salaries than entry-level positions.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
lei3,700 to lei5,100
Average (per year)
lei4,400
Entry-level UI designers typically start at small digital agencies or local businesses.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
lei5,200 to lei7,000
Average (per year)
lei6,100
Mid-level designers handle complex projects for national clients or work remotely with Bucharest-based companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
lei7,000 to lei9,000
Average (per year)
lei7,900
Senior roles involve managing design projects or leading small teams, including work in IT outsourcing firms.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
lei9,000+
Principal designers work with regional tech companies that require experienced leadership.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
lei35 - lei55
per hour
Mid-level
lei55 - lei85
per hour
Senior
lei85 - lei120
per hour
Market Overview
Bucharest includes tech startups and established IT enterprises that hire UI talent. Companies look for clean interfaces to improve user experience. Regional offices in Cluj‑Napoca and Iași also compete for UI talent.