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Senior Research & Development (R&D) Engineer

Average Mid-Career Senior Research & Development (R&D) Engineer Salary in Australia

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AU$104,964
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
25%
A$84k
MEDIAN
A$105k
75%
A$111k

The average salary for a Senior Research & Development (R&D) Engineer is AU$104,964 in 2025

Base Salary
AU$84k - AU$111k
Bonus
AU$0 - AU$10k
Total Pay
AU$84k - AU$118k
(last updated Aug 12 2021)
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Gender Breakdown for Senior Research & Development (R&D) Engineers

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FAQs About Senior Research & Development (R&D) Engineers

What is the highest pay for Senior Research & Development (R&D) Engineers?

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How can Senior Research & Development (R&D) Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Research & Development (R&D) 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 Senior Research & Development (R&D) Engineer that oversees more junior Senior Research & Development (R&D) Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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