Performance Test Engineer salary in Melbourne, Australia
A mid-level Performance Test Engineer in Melbourne earns a median of A$160k a year gross ($110k), from A$130k at p10 to A$190k at p90. Melbourne pays 1.00× the Australia median and 27% below the US median of $150k. About 5.4 million people live in Melbourne.
Performance Test Engineer pay by level in Melbourne
Gross annual pay in AUD. Junior A$120k, lead A$250k. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | A$99k | A$120k | A$150k | $81k | |
| Mid-level | A$130k | A$160k | A$190k | $110k | |
| Senior | A$170k | A$210k | A$260k | $140k | |
| Lead | A$210k | A$250k | A$310k | $170k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only: the Australia median (A$160k) times a 1.00 city factor. Methodology.
From gross to take-home in Melbourne
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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Performance Test Engineer salary in Melbourne: FAQ
What is the average Performance Test Engineer salary in Melbourne?
The median gross salary for a mid-level Performance Test Engineer in Melbourne is A$160k a year ($110k). The p10 is A$130k and the p90 is A$190k. This is an estimate from posted pay ranges, scaled to Melbourne with a city factor of 1.00.
How much does a senior Performance Test Engineer make in Melbourne?
A senior Performance Test Engineer in Melbourne earns a median of A$210k ($140k), with a range of A$170k to A$260k. Leads reach A$250k and juniors start near A$120k.
What is an entry-level Performance Test Engineer salary in Melbourne?
A junior Performance Test Engineer in Melbourne earns about A$120k a year ($81k), between A$99k and A$150k. Pay rises to A$160k at mid-level.
Is Melbourne a good-paying city for Performance Test Engineers in Australia?
Melbourne ranks 2nd of 5 tracked Australia cities for this role, at 1.00x the national median of A$160k. It pays close to or below the national median.
What is the take-home pay for a Performance Test Engineer in Melbourne?
Roughly 71-77% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner: about A$110k to A$120k a year, or A$9,600 a month. This is not tax advice.
What is the hourly rate for a Performance Test Engineer in Melbourne?
A A$160k gross salary equals about A$77 an hour on a 40-hour week (A$13k a month gross). Contractors typically quote 20-35% above this to cover leave and benefits.
All figures are gross estimates, not offers or advice.