Game QA Tester salary in Bulgaria
The median gross salary for a mid-level Game QA Tester in Bulgaria is BGN 35k ($20k), with most offers between BGN 29k and BGN 43k. That is 70% below the US median for the same role. Bulgaria ranks 32 of 36 countries on our pay index. Juniors start near BGN 28k, leads reach BGN 59k.
Game QA Tester pay by level in Bulgaria
Gross annual pay in BGN. Junior pay is BGN 28k, lead pay is BGN 59k: leads earn 109% more. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | BGN 23k | BGN 28k | BGN 34k | $16k | |
| Mid-level | BGN 29k | BGN 35k | BGN 43k | $20k | |
| Senior | BGN 38k | BGN 46k | BGN 56k | $25k | |
| Lead | BGN 48k | BGN 59k | BGN 72k | $33k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. p10 and p90 are 0.82× and 1.22× the median. Methodology.
Game QA Tester pay by city in Bulgaria
Sofia pays most at 1.08× the national median. Pay factor 1.00 equals the country median of BGN 35k.
| City | Tier | Pay factor | Mid-level median | p10–p90 | USD | QA jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sofia | B | 1.08× (+8%) | BGN 38k | BGN 31k–BGN 46k | $21k | 3 |
| Plovdiv | C | 0.88× (-12%) | BGN 31k | BGN 25k–BGN 38k | $17k | 1 |
| Varna | C | 0.88× (-12%) | BGN 31k | BGN 25k–BGN 38k | $17k | 0 |
City factors are estimates (tier A = largest tech hubs). Remote roles are paid to the employer's pay band, which can differ from the city rate.
From gross to take-home in Bulgaria
A mid-level Game QA Tester on BGN 35k gross keeps roughly 74–80% after income tax and social contributions, about BGN 26k to BGN 28k a year.
In Bulgaria, pay is usually quoted as monthly gross salary, often quoted net in job ads. Estimate only: a single earner with no dependants and typical deductions. Bonuses, benefits, pension choices and regional taxes change the result. It is not tax advice.
QA roles open in Bulgaria
No Game QA Tester role is open today. Showing the closest matches from 18 QA listings in Bulgaria.
Data Quality Analyst / Data Tester (Bulgaria/Romania)
Load Test Engineer
Junior QA Engineer
0 listings in Bulgaria show a real posted pay range (0 for Game QA Tester). Others carry a model estimate marked “est.”.
Who hires Game QA Testers in Bulgaria
Employer mix by share of listings (18 listings in Bulgaria). Names are withheld; we show the type of company.
- Software companies33%
- AI companies22%
- Healthtech companies17%
- Fintech companies11%
- Games studios11%
What this estimate rests on
The Game QA Tester baseline uses 2 US posted pay ranges. For Bulgaria, the country index is calibrated on 135 non-US observations in Central & Eastern Europe, so the regional sample is usable but still modest. Evidence score 4 of 8.
Game QA Tester salary and jobs by city in Bulgaria
Game QA Tester jobs in Bulgaria by city.
Game QA Tester salary in Bulgaria: FAQ
What is the average Game QA Tester salary in Bulgaria?
The median gross salary for a mid-level Game QA Tester in Bulgaria is BGN 35k a year ($20k). The p10 is BGN 29k and the p90 is BGN 43k. This is an estimate based on posted pay ranges.
How much does a senior Game QA Tester earn in Bulgaria?
A senior Game QA Tester in Bulgaria earns a median of BGN 46k ($25k), with a range of BGN 38k to BGN 56k. Leads earn BGN 59k, 109% more than juniors at BGN 28k.
Which city in Bulgaria pays Game QA Testers the most?
Sofia has the highest pay factor at 1.08x the country median, which puts a mid-level Game QA Tester at about BGN 38k ($21k). Varna sits at 0.88x, around BGN 31k.
How does Bulgaria compare with the US for Game QA Tester pay?
A mid-level Game QA Tester in the US earns a median of $66k. In Bulgaria the equivalent is $20k, which is 70% below the US figure. Bulgaria ranks 32 of 36 countries; the Central & Eastern Europe median for this role is $22k.
What is the take-home pay for a Game QA Tester in Bulgaria?
Roughly 74–80% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner, which is about BGN 26k to BGN 28k a year on a BGN 35k gross salary. This is a generic estimate, not tax advice: benefits, family status and regional taxes change the result.
How many Game QA Tester jobs are open in Bulgaria?
PassRidge lists no live Game QA Tester listing in Bulgaria today, and 18 QA listings across all roles in Bulgaria. 0 of the Game QA Tester listings and 0 of all listings in the country show a real posted pay range; the rest carry a model estimate.
Other roles in Bulgaria
| Role | Mid-level median | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual QA Tester | BGN 44k | $24k |
| QA Automation Engineer | BGN 64k | $36k |
| SDET | BGN 70k | $39k |
| QA Lead / Manager | BGN 59k | $33k |
| Mobile QA Engineer | BGN 56k | $31k |
| Performance Test Engineer | BGN 78k | $44k |
| Security / Penetration Tester | BGN 96k | $54k |
| Accessibility Tester | BGN 52k | $29k |
| Business / Test Analyst | BGN 47k | $26k |
| Data / ETL QA Engineer | BGN 53k | $30k |
| Localization QA Tester | BGN 26k | $14k |
| AI / LLM Evaluation QA | BGN 55k | $31k |
| Release / DevOps Engineer | BGN 77k | $43k |
| Technical Writer (QA / Docs) | BGN 48k | $27k |
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