Software Engineer Salary in Australia
The median Software Engineer salary in Australia is AUD 117,170 per year, based on 9 data points from 2 sources, last updated September 11, 2026.
Salary range: AUD 114,210 — AUD 120,130 (25th–75th percentile).
Coverage: GOOD · How is this calculated?
Source Breakdown
Evidence composition: 8 city-level observations from SEEK; national data from Talent.com. Each source receives equal influence in the national benchmark regardless of observation count.
How is this calculated?
Salary benchmarks are computed by aggregating eligible observations from multiple independent sources. Only records with compatible evidence semantics (market salary, advertised salary, platform estimates) and annual/monthly periods contribute. Public-sector pay scales and official earnings are excluded from the market aggregate. Each canonical source contributes one representative value to the national benchmark using provider-level normalization, ensuring that geographic granularity from a single source does not disproportionately influence the result. Learn more on our methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the legal minimum wage?
No — this benchmark reflects market salary data from recruitment platforms and salary aggregators, not the legal minimum wage or award rate. For minimum wages, consult the Fair Work Commission.
How many sources contribute to this benchmark?
2 independent sources contribute to this figure. Each source is independently collected and attributed. More sources generally means higher confidence.
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