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Back end developer salary in Australia

How much does a Back End Developer make in Australia?

Average base salary

$122,229

The average salary for a back end developer is $122,229 per year in Australia. 81 salaries reported, updated at 9 June 2026

Back End Developer job openings in Australia

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Back End Engineer
PointsBet Australia
Melbourne VIC
$140,000 - $170,000 a year
Full-time
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Back End Developer in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
DFP Recruitment Services Pty L...
 
$270,400per year
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Programmed
 
$260,000per year
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Quay Appointments
 
$175,864per year
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT
 
$147,183per year
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Hays
 
$135,000per year
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Maple Community Services
 
$125,000per year
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Highest paying cities near Australia for Back End Developers

  1. Southbank VIC
    $188,956 per year
  2. Perth WA
    $165,968 per year
  3. Brisbane QLD
    $150,632 per year
  4. Canberra ACT
    $141,103 per year
  5. Sydney Central Business District NSW
    $134,053 per year

Where can a Back End Developer earn more?

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Senior Back End Developer

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