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Developer Big Data Salaries

Developer Big Data salaries in Australia

Base pay
$105K - $180K/yr
$150K/yrAverage base pay
Additional salary
$10K/yrAverage
$4K - $15K/yrRange
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Last updated 25 Sept 20243 Salaries submitted
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Total pay trajectory

Data Engineer
$103K–$149K/yr
Senior Data Engineer
$139K–$176K/yr
Lead Data Engineer
$158K–$205K/yr

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Big Data Developer
4-6 Years
$139K - $161K/yr
Melbourne

submitted on 1 June 2023

$139K - $161K/yr
Big Data Developer
4-6 Years
$101K - $117K/yr
Clayton North

submitted on 28 Sept 2021

$101K - $117K/yr

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Frequently asked questions about Big Data Developer salaries

The average salary for a Big Data Developer is $159,500 per year or $77 per hour in Australia, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $195,000 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in Australia is between $109,000 (25th percentile) and $195,000 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 3 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Big Data Developer employees in Australia as of July 2026.
The highest salary for a Big Data Developer in Australia is $195,000 per year, $16,250 per month or $94 per hour.
The lowest salary for a Big Data Developer in Australia is $109,000 per year, $9,083 per month or $52 per hour.
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