Game QA Tester salary in Sydney, Australia
A mid-level Game QA Tester in Sydney earns a median of A$75k a year gross ($50k), from A$62k at p10 to A$92k at p90. Sydney pays 1.06× the Australia median and 24% below the US median of $66k. About 5.6 million people live in Sydney.
Game QA Tester pay by level in Sydney
Gross annual pay in AUD. Junior A$61k, lead A$130k. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | A$50k | A$61k | A$74k | $40k | |
| Mid-level | A$62k | A$75k | A$92k | $50k | |
| Senior | A$81k | A$98k | A$120k | $66k | |
| Lead | A$100k | A$130k | A$150k | $85k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only: the Australia median (A$71k) times a 1.06 city factor. Methodology.
From gross to take-home in Sydney
Employers in Australia usually quote annual package, usually quoted with or without 11.5% superannuation.
A generic estimate for a single mid-level earner, not tax advice.
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Game QA Tester salary in Sydney: FAQ
What is the average Game QA Tester salary in Sydney?
The median gross salary for a mid-level Game QA Tester in Sydney is A$75k a year ($50k). The p10 is A$62k and the p90 is A$92k. This is an estimate from posted pay ranges, scaled to Sydney with a city factor of 1.06.
How much does a senior Game QA Tester make in Sydney?
A senior Game QA Tester in Sydney earns a median of A$98k ($66k), with a range of A$81k to A$120k. Leads reach A$130k and juniors start near A$61k.
What is an entry-level Game QA Tester salary in Sydney?
A junior Game QA Tester in Sydney earns about A$61k a year ($40k), between A$50k and A$74k. Pay rises to A$75k at mid-level.
Is Sydney a good-paying city for Game QA Testers in Australia?
Sydney ranks 1st of 5 tracked Australia cities for this role, at 1.06x the national median of A$71k. It is the best-paid city we track in the country.
What is the take-home pay for a Game QA Tester in Sydney?
Roughly 71-77% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner: about A$53k to A$58k a year, or A$4,600 a month. This is not tax advice.
What is the hourly rate for a Game QA Tester in Sydney?
A A$75k gross salary equals about A$36 an hour on a 40-hour week (A$6,200 a month gross). Contractors typically quote 20-35% above this to cover leave and benefits.
All figures are gross estimates, not offers or advice.