Hire designers and product managers in Sri Lanka
You can hire designers and product managers in Sri Lanka directly, through an employer of record, or as a dedicated team from a Sri Lankan company. A ux designer in Colombo earns a median of about LKR 156,000 a month (about USD 470), and a senior ux designer about LKR 244,000, according to self reported Glassdoor data for 2026. With statutory employer contributions that is roughly USD 6,500 a year at the median. Strong people at export companies earn more.
Last reviewed 10 October 2026. Dollar figures use LKR 331 per dollar.
What they earn
Median monthly pay in Colombo. Source: Glassdoor, 2026, self reported. Employer cost adds 15% statutory contributions. Full method and caveats in the salary guide.
| Role | Median LKR a month | Median USD a month | Employer cost, USD a year |
|---|---|---|---|
| UX designer | 156,000 | 470 | 6,500 |
| Senior UX designer | 244,000 | 735 | 10,200 |
| Business analyst | 108,000 | 325 | 4,500 |
| Product manager | 233,000 | 705 | 9,700 |
| Senior product manager | 325,000 | 980 | 13,500 |
Product roles usually sit with the client at first and move to Colombo as the team matures.
Where designers and product managers in Sri Lanka work today
RootcodeRootcode Studio is a dedicated design division.Read the story and sources
XeynergyProduct management as part of delivery for US clients.Read the story and sources
Surge GlobalCreative, branding and product teams for international clients.Read the story and sources
Sysco LABSUI and UX as a core engineering discipline.Read the story and sourcesHow to hire them
One to ten people
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Common questions
How much do designers and product managers earn in Sri Lanka?
Self reported Glassdoor data for Colombo in 2026 shows a median of about LKR 156,000 a month (about USD 470) for a ux designer. Export focused employers pay above the median.
Which companies employ designers and product managers in Sri Lanka?
Published examples include Rootcode, Xeynergy, Surge Global, Sysco LABS.
Do I need a local company to hire designers and product managers in Sri Lanka?
No. You can hire through an employer of record, contract individuals, or take a dedicated team from a Sri Lankan company. Your own entity makes sense once the team passes a few dozen people.