SDET salary in Melbourne, Australia
A mid-level SDET in Melbourne earns a median of A$140k a year gross ($94k), from A$120k at p10 to A$170k at p90. Melbourne pays 1.00× the Australia median and 28% below the US median of $130k. About 5.4 million people live in Melbourne.
SDET pay by level in Melbourne
Gross annual pay in AUD. Junior A$110k, lead A$220k. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | A$88k | A$110k | A$130k | $72k | |
| Mid-level | A$120k | A$140k | A$170k | $94k | |
| Senior | A$150k | A$180k | A$220k | $120k | |
| Lead | A$180k | A$220k | A$260k | $140k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only: the Australia median (A$140k) 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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SDET salary in Melbourne: FAQ
What is the average SDET salary in Melbourne?
The median gross salary for a mid-level SDET in Melbourne is A$140k a year ($94k). The p10 is A$120k and the p90 is A$170k. This is an estimate from posted pay ranges, scaled to Melbourne with a city factor of 1.00.
How much does a senior SDET make in Melbourne?
A senior SDET in Melbourne earns a median of A$180k ($120k), with a range of A$150k to A$220k. Leads reach A$220k and juniors start near A$110k.
What is an entry-level SDET salary in Melbourne?
A junior SDET in Melbourne earns about A$110k a year ($72k), between A$88k and A$130k. Pay rises to A$140k at mid-level.
Is Melbourne a good-paying city for SDETs in Australia?
Melbourne ranks 2nd of 5 tracked Australia cities for this role, at 1.00x the national median of A$140k. It pays close to or below the national median.
What is the take-home pay for a SDET in Melbourne?
Roughly 71-77% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner: about A$99k to A$110k a year, or A$8,900 a month. This is not tax advice.
What is the hourly rate for a SDET in Melbourne?
A A$140k gross salary equals about A$67 an hour on a 40-hour week (A$12k a month gross). Contractors typically quote 20-35% above this to cover leave and benefits.
All figures are gross estimates, not offers or advice.