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Performance Engineer

Average Experienced Performance Engineer Salary in Australia

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AU$124,800
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
10%
A$77k
MEDIAN
A$125k
90%
A$147k

The average salary for a Performance Engineer is AU$124,800 in 2025

Base Salary
AU$77k - AU$147k
Bonus
AU$4k - AU$18k
Total Pay
AU$77k - AU$163k
Based on 11 salary profiles (last updated May 22 2021)
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What Do Performance Engineers Do?

Performance Engineer Tasks
  • Monitor and report on day to day network performance.
  • Isolate performance issues, and recommend and implement solutions.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers to review performance and trends with vendors.
  • Develop and conduct performance and stress tests, and analyze data.
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Common Health Benefits for a Performance Engineer

Medical
30%
Dental
20%
Vision
20%
None
70%

Gender Breakdown for Performance Engineers

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Performance Engineers

What is the highest pay for Performance Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Performance Engineer is A$147k / year

What is the lowest pay for Performance Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Performance Engineer is A$77k / year

How can Performance Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Performance Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Performance Engineer that oversees more junior Performance Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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