UX Researcher Salary in Moscow, Moscow

Moscow hosts offices for Yandex, Sberbank, and many software startups. High demand for UX researchers in finance and retail drives salaries up, especially as cost of living in the capital climbs. Employers in the sector compete for talent.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₽120,000 to ₽180,000

Average (per year)

₽150,000

Graduates entering Moscow's tech scene work in UX research at large digital agencies or fintech startups.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₽180,000 to ₽250,000

Average (per year)

₽215,000

Mid-level professionals work in companies focused on e-commerce, banking, or telecommunications.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₽250,000 to ₽350,000

Average (per year)

₽300,000

Senior UX researchers work with Russian tech firms or multinational offices.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₽350,000+

Principal and lead roles involve leading teams in major Moscow software companies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₽700 - ₽1200

per hour

Mid-level

₽1200 - ₽1800

per hour

Senior

₽1800 - ₽2500

per hour