UX Lead Salary in Sabah, Malaysia
UX lead salaries in Sabah are influenced by local factors. Companies in tourism, oil and gas, and government agencies offer salaries that reflect local living costs.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
RM3,400 to RM4,700
Average (per year)
RM4,050
Graduates with limited experience join government-linked companies or small agencies at this level.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
RM4,800 to RM6,500
Average (per year)
RM5,600
Designers work on regional projects.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
RM6,600 to RM8,500
Average (per year)
RM7,400
Senior leads in Putatan oversee UX teams.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
RM8,600+
Principal-level roles exist.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
RM35 - RM60
per hour
Mid-level
RM62 - RM95
per hour
Senior
RM100 - RM140
per hour
Nationally, UX leads average around RM7,200, so Sabah's figure sits below the Malaysian mean.