Software Engineer salaries in Sydney range from $82,432 to $259,072 in 2026. The mid-level median is $153,088, which is 28% above the Australia national average.
Junior (0-2 yrs)
$82,432 – $117,760
Median: $100,096 · per year
Mid-Level (3-5 yrs)
$129,536 – $176,640
Median: $153,088 · per year
Senior (6+ yrs)
$182,528 – $259,072
Median: $220,800 · per year
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Estimated Software Engineer Salary in Sydney, Australia
Estimated†Median: $186,944 per year (adjusted for Sydney cost of living)
Junior
$100,096
0-2 yrs
Mid-Level
$153,088
3-5 yrs
Senior
$220,800
6+ yrs
| City | Mid-Level Median | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney, New South Wales | $153,088 | very high |
| Melbourne, Victoria | $138,736 | high |
| Canberra, Australian Capital Territory | $136,344 | high |
| Perth, Western Australia | $126,776 | moderate |
| Brisbane, Queensland | $124,384 | moderate |
| Gold Coast, Queensland | $119,600 | moderate |
| Darwin, Northern Territory | $119,600 | moderate |
City figures scale Australia’s national software engineer range by local cost of living and are estimates. Actual pay varies by employer, seniority, and total compensation.