QA Automation Engineer salary in Melbourne, Australia
A mid-level QA Automation Engineer in Melbourne earns a median of A$130k a year gross ($87k), from A$110k at p10 to A$160k at p90. Melbourne pays 1.00× the Australia median and 28% below the US median of $120k. About 5.4 million people live in Melbourne.
QA Automation Engineer pay by level in Melbourne
Gross annual pay in AUD. Junior A$100k, lead A$200k. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | A$82k | A$100k | A$120k | $67k | |
| Mid-level | A$110k | A$130k | A$160k | $87k | |
| Senior | A$140k | A$170k | A$200k | $110k | |
| Lead | A$160k | A$200k | A$240k | $130k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only: the Australia median (A$130k) 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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QA Automation Engineer salary in Melbourne: FAQ
What is the average QA Automation Engineer salary in Melbourne?
The median gross salary for a mid-level QA Automation Engineer in Melbourne is A$130k a year ($87k). The p10 is A$110k and the p90 is A$160k. This is an estimate from posted pay ranges, scaled to Melbourne with a city factor of 1.00.
How much does a senior QA Automation Engineer make in Melbourne?
A senior QA Automation Engineer in Melbourne earns a median of A$170k ($110k), with a range of A$140k to A$200k. Leads reach A$200k and juniors start near A$100k.
What is an entry-level QA Automation Engineer salary in Melbourne?
A junior QA Automation Engineer in Melbourne earns about A$100k a year ($67k), between A$82k and A$120k. Pay rises to A$130k at mid-level.
Is Melbourne a good-paying city for QA Automation Engineers in Australia?
Melbourne ranks 2nd of 5 tracked Australia cities for this role, at 1.00x the national median of A$130k. It pays close to or below the national median.
What is the take-home pay for a QA Automation Engineer in Melbourne?
Roughly 71-77% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner: about A$92k to A$100k a year, or A$8,100 a month. This is not tax advice.
What is the hourly rate for a QA Automation Engineer in Melbourne?
A A$130k gross salary equals about A$62 an hour on a 40-hour week (A$11k a month gross). Contractors typically quote 20-35% above this to cover leave and benefits.
All figures are gross estimates, not offers or advice.