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Senior software engineer salary in Melbourne VIC

How much does a Senior Software Engineer make in Melbourne VIC?

Average base salary

$151,735
same
as national average

The average salary for a senior software engineer is $151,735 per year in Melbourne VIC. 162 salaries reported, updated at 1 July 2026

Senior Software Engineer job openings in Melbourne VIC

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Senior Software Engineer
News Corp3.5out of 5 stars.
Melbourne VIC
16 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Senior Software Engineer in Melbourne VIC

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Google
 
$169,500per year
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ANZ
 
$167,255per year
Wesfarmers
 
$163,333per year
ME Bank
 
$162,250per year
Bunnings
 
$160,333per year
Coles Group
 
$157,571per year

Highest paying cities near Melbourne VIC for Senior Software Engineers

  1. Glen Waverley VIC
    $169,707 per year
  2. Richmond VIC
    $157,006 per year
  3. Melbourne VIC
    $151,735 per year
  4. Southbank VIC
    $150,700 per year
  5. Geelong VIC
    $145,936 per year

Where can a Senior Software Engineer earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Senior Software Engineer get paid in Melbourne VIC?

Entry Level Software Engineer

Job openings
Average $76,062 per year

Junior Software Engineer

Job openings
Average $80,093 per year

Principal Software Engineer

Job openings
Average $187,386 per year

Software Engineer Intern

Job openings
Average $55,942 per year