QA Lead / Manager salary in Melbourne, Australia
A mid-level QA Lead / Manager in Melbourne earns a median of A$120k a year gross ($79k), from A$97k at p10 to A$140k at p90. Melbourne pays 1.00× the Australia median and 28% below the US median of $110k. About 5.4 million people live in Melbourne.
QA Lead / Manager pay by level in Melbourne
Gross annual pay in AUD. Junior A$92k, lead A$190k. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | A$75k | A$92k | A$110k | $61k | |
| Mid-level | A$97k | A$120k | A$140k | $79k | |
| Senior | A$120k | A$150k | A$180k | $100k | |
| Lead | A$150k | A$190k | A$230k | $130k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only: the Australia median (A$120k) 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 Lead / Manager salary in Melbourne: FAQ
What is the average QA Lead / Manager salary in Melbourne?
The median gross salary for a mid-level QA Lead / Manager in Melbourne is A$120k a year ($79k). The p10 is A$97k and the p90 is A$140k. This is an estimate from posted pay ranges, scaled to Melbourne with a city factor of 1.00.
How much does a senior QA Lead / Manager make in Melbourne?
A senior QA Lead / Manager in Melbourne earns a median of A$150k ($100k), with a range of A$120k to A$180k. Leads reach A$190k and juniors start near A$92k.
What is an entry-level QA Lead / Manager salary in Melbourne?
A junior QA Lead / Manager in Melbourne earns about A$92k a year ($61k), between A$75k and A$110k. Pay rises to A$120k at mid-level.
Is Melbourne a good-paying city for QA Lead / Managers in Australia?
Melbourne ranks 2nd of 5 tracked Australia cities for this role, at 1.00x the national median of A$120k. It pays close to or below the national median.
What is the take-home pay for a QA Lead / Manager in Melbourne?
Roughly 71-77% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner: about A$85k to A$92k a year, or A$7,400 a month. This is not tax advice.
What is the hourly rate for a QA Lead / Manager in Melbourne?
A A$120k gross salary equals about A$58 an hour on a 40-hour week (A$10k a month gross). Contractors typically quote 20-35% above this to cover leave and benefits.
All figures are gross estimates, not offers or advice.