Design experiences people love. UX designers research user needs and craft interfaces that are intuitive, accessible, and delightful.
$50K-$70K
0-2 years
Create wireframes, conduct user tests, support design team.
At the entry level, focus on building strong foundations in Figma/Sketch, Wireframing, User Research basics. Understand the fundamentals deeply before moving to advanced topics. Create wireframes, conduct user tests, support design team.
To advance from Junior UX Designer to UX Designer, you need to demonstrate mastery of Figma/Sketch, Wireframing, User Research basics and start developing skills in Prototyping, Information Architecture. Take on stretch assignments, seek mentorship, and build a track record of consistent delivery.
$75K-$110K
2-5 years
Design end-to-end experiences, build prototypes, contribute to design systems.
At the mid level, focus on building strong foundations in Prototyping, Information Architecture, Accessibility. Deepen your expertise and start developing leadership skills. Design end-to-end experiences, build prototypes, contribute to design systems.
To advance from UX Designer to Senior UX Designer, you need to demonstrate mastery of Prototyping, Information Architecture, Accessibility and start developing skills in Design Strategy, Team Mentoring. Take on stretch assignments, seek mentorship, and build a track record of consistent delivery.
$110K-$150K
5-8 years
Lead design strategy, mentor designers, drive design culture.
At the senior level, focus on building strong foundations in Design Strategy, Team Mentoring, Cross-functional Leadership. Deepen your expertise and start developing leadership skills. Lead design strategy, mentor designers, drive design culture.
To advance from Senior UX Designer to Design Lead / VP Design, you need to demonstrate mastery of Design Strategy, Team Mentoring, Cross-functional Leadership and start developing skills in Design Organization Leadership, Design Ops. Take on stretch assignments, seek mentorship, and build a track record of consistent delivery.
$150K-$250K+
8+ years
Lead design organizations, define design vision, influence product strategy.
At the lead level, focus on building strong foundations in Design Organization Leadership, Design Ops, Executive Stakeholder Management. Deepen your expertise and start developing leadership skills. Lead design organizations, define design vision, influence product strategy.
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Key skills for Junior UX Designer (0-2 years): Figma/Sketch, Wireframing, User Research basics, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, HTML/CSS basics. Create wireframes, conduct user tests, support design team.
Key skills for UX Designer (2-5 years): Prototyping, Information Architecture, Accessibility, Design Systems, User Flows, Stakeholder Management. Design end-to-end experiences, build prototypes, contribute to design systems.
Key skills for Senior UX Designer (5-8 years): Design Strategy, Team Mentoring, Cross-functional Leadership, UX Writing, Service Design, Research Leadership. Lead design strategy, mentor designers, drive design culture.
Key skills for Design Lead / VP Design (8+ years): Design Organization Leadership, Design Ops, Executive Stakeholder Management, Brand Strategy, Innovation. Lead design organizations, define design vision, influence product strategy.
UX Designer salaries range from $50K-$70K at entry level to $150K-$250K+ at the Lead level.