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Back end developer salary in Australia

How much does a Back End Developer make in Australia?

Average base salary

$123,551

The average salary for a back end developer is $123,551 per year in Australia. 76 salaries reported, updated at 11 June 2026

Back End Developer job openings in Australia

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Senior Backend Engineer - API ...
DroneShield
Sydney NSW
Full-time
1 day 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. Melbourne VIC
    $139,686 per year

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