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The average salary for a Java Developer is $108,500 per year or $52 per hour in Australia, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $154,500 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in Australia is between $81,875 (25th percentile) and $135,000 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 104 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Java Developer employees in Australia as of June 2026.
The highest salary for a Java Developer in Australia is $135,000 per year, $11,250 per month or $65 per hour.
The lowest salary for a Java Developer in Australia is $81,875 per year, $6,823 per month or $39 per hour.
Java developers are paid well above average, often receiving salaries just under six-figures or around six-figures. The pay range reflects the demand for their skillset and the profitability of the products they develop. Candidates with prior experience in the field or higher levels of education generally receive higher salaries. Pay is expected to grow as the digital transformation reaches a global level. Java developers can further increase their total pay by pursuing freelance consulting opportunities.