Localization QA Tester salary in Romania
Localization QA Tester pay in Romania centres on RON 69k a year ($15k) at mid-level. Expect RON 57k at the low end and RON 84k at the high end. That is 69% below the US median for the same role. Romania ranks 31 of 36 countries on our pay index. Juniors start near RON 55k, leads reach RON 110k.
Localization QA Tester pay by level in Romania
Gross annual pay in RON. Junior pay is RON 55k, lead pay is RON 110k: leads earn 105% more. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | RON 45k | RON 55k | RON 67k | $12k | |
| Mid-level | RON 57k | RON 69k | RON 84k | $15k | |
| Senior | RON 73k | RON 89k | RON 110k | $19k | |
| Lead | RON 92k | RON 110k | RON 140k | $24k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. p10 and p90 are 0.82× and 1.22× the median. Methodology.
Localization QA Tester pay by city in Romania
Bucharest pays most at 1.10× the national median. Pay factor 1.00 equals the country median of RON 69k.
| City | Tier | Pay factor | Mid-level median | p10–p90 | USD | QA jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucharest | A | 1.10× (+10%) | RON 76k | RON 62k–RON 93k | $17k | 19 |
| Cluj-Napoca | B | 0.93× (-7%) | RON 64k | RON 53k–RON 78k | $14k | 1 |
| Constanța | C | 0.88× (-12%) | RON 61k | RON 50k–RON 74k | $13k | 0 |
| Iasi | C | 0.87× (-13%) | RON 60k | RON 49k–RON 73k | $13k | 1 |
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 Romania
A mid-level Localization QA Tester on RON 69k gross keeps roughly 58–66% after income tax and social contributions, about RON 40k to RON 46k a year.
In Romania, pay is usually quoted as monthly net or 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 Romania
No Localization QA Tester role is open today. Showing the closest matches from 28 QA listings in Romania.
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0 listings in Romania show a real posted pay range (0 for Localization QA Tester). Others carry a model estimate marked “est.”.
Who hires Localization QA Testers in Romania
Employer mix by share of listings (28 listings in Romania). Names are withheld; we show the type of company.
- AI companies36%
- Healthtech companies14%
- Software companies14%
- Fintech companies14%
- Games studios7%
What this estimate rests on
The Localization QA Tester baseline uses 4 US posted pay ranges. For Romania, 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.
Localization QA Tester salary and jobs by city in Romania
Localization QA Tester salary in Romania: FAQ
What is the average Localization QA Tester salary in Romania?
The median gross salary for a mid-level Localization QA Tester in Romania is RON 69k a year ($15k). The p10 is RON 57k and the p90 is RON 84k. This is an estimate based on posted pay ranges.
How much does a senior Localization QA Tester earn in Romania?
A senior Localization QA Tester in Romania earns a median of RON 89k ($19k), with a range of RON 73k to RON 110k. Leads earn RON 110k, 105% more than juniors at RON 55k.
Which city in Romania pays Localization QA Testers the most?
Bucharest has the highest pay factor at 1.10x the country median, which puts a mid-level Localization QA Tester at about RON 76k ($17k). Iasi sits at 0.87x, around RON 60k.
How does Romania compare with the US for Localization QA Tester pay?
A mid-level Localization QA Tester in the US earns a median of $48k. In Romania the equivalent is $15k, which is 69% below the US figure. Romania ranks 31 of 36 countries; the Central & Eastern Europe median for this role is $16k.
What is the take-home pay for a Localization QA Tester in Romania?
Roughly 58–66% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner, which is about RON 40k to RON 46k a year on a RON 69k gross salary. This is a generic estimate, not tax advice: benefits, family status and regional taxes change the result.
How many Localization QA Tester jobs are open in Romania?
PassRidge lists no live Localization QA Tester listing in Romania today, and 28 QA listings across all roles in Romania. 0 of the Localization 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 Romania
| Role | Mid-level median | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual QA Tester | RON 120k | $26k |
| QA Automation Engineer | RON 170k | $38k |
| SDET | RON 190k | $41k |
| QA Lead / Manager | RON 160k | $34k |
| Mobile QA Engineer | RON 150k | $33k |
| Performance Test Engineer | RON 210k | $46k |
| Security / Penetration Tester | RON 260k | $57k |
| Game QA Tester | RON 95k | $21k |
| Accessibility Tester | RON 140k | $31k |
| Business / Test Analyst | RON 130k | $28k |
| Data / ETL QA Engineer | RON 140k | $31k |
| AI / LLM Evaluation QA | RON 150k | $33k |
| Release / DevOps Engineer | RON 210k | $45k |
| Technical Writer (QA / Docs) | RON 130k | $28k |
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