UX Lead Salary in Ponta Delgada, Açores
Ponta Delgada is the main economic center of the Azores, with IT roles driven by tourism, logistics, and a handful of remote-work employers. Salaries here are lower than mainland Portugal, reflecting local industry size and living costs.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€18,000 to €24,000
Average (per year)
€21,000
Entry salaries reflect the smaller tech sector and modest cost of living on São Miguel island.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€23,000 to €30,000
Average (per year)
€26,500
Mid-level roles are found in local software firms and government projects focused on tourism and services.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€27,000 to €35,000
Average (per year)
€31,000
Senior UX Leads work with regional companies adopting digital tools or with remote teams.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€34,000+
Principal salaries rise with experience, and roles have a salary ceiling set by local budgets.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€12 - €18
per hour
Mid-level
€19 - €27
per hour
Senior
€28 - €36
per hour