What is the median salary for Data Engineer in Sydney?

The median salary for Data Engineer in Sydney is AUD 140,000 - AUD 155,082 per year.

How does the Data Engineer salary in Sydney compare to the national average?

The national average salary for Data Engineer in Australia is AUD 85,000 - AUD 155,000, while in Sydney it is AUD 141,747 - AUD 159,297.

Which companies hire the most Data Engineer professionals in Sydney?

Top companies hiring Data Engineer in Sydney include SKL Technology.

Data Engineer Salary in Australia

Data Engineer Salary in Sydney

Based on 1,222 job listings - Sydney, Australia 2026

Average salary

$141,747 - $159,297

Median salary

$140,000 - $155,082

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$100K

25th percentile$135K

Median$140K

75th percentile$154K

90th percentile$169K

50% of professionals earn between $135,000 - $153,933 AUD

The median salary is $140,000

Compare with national average

Sydney

Average salary

141,747 - 159,297

Median salary

140,000 - 155,082

1,222 job openings

Australia

Average salary

85,000 - 155,000

Median salary

115,000 - 155,000

6,267 job openings

Other cities

Melbourne1,402 job openings

Council Of The City Of Sydney745 job openings

Brisbane488 job openings

Canberra155 job openings

Perth143 job openings

Sydney (city)111 job openings

Adelaide74 job openings

Gold Coast34 job openings

Melbourne (city)27 job openings

North Sydney25 job openings

Newcastle23 job openings

Top companies hiring

SKL Technology1

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The average salary for a Data Engineer in Sydney, Australia is AUD 141,747 - AUD 159,297 per year in 2026, based on 1,222 job listings.

Leading employers for Data Engineer roles in Australia include SKL Technology.

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