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Senior Systems Engineer

Average Experienced Senior Systems Engineer with Virtualization Skills Salary in Sydney, New South Wales

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AU$109,355
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
10%
A$91k
MEDIAN
A$109k
90%
A$132k

The average salary for a Senior Systems Engineer is AU$109,355 in 2025

Base Salary
AU$91k - AU$132k
Total Pay
AU$99k - AU$132k
Based on 12 salary profiles (last updated Jun 02 2018)
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What Do Senior Systems Engineers Do?

Senior Systems Engineer Tasks
  • Oversee the planning, design and implementation of system engineering projects.
  • May be responsible for designing a data contingency plan or data disaster recovery plan.
  • Install, configure and upgrade and enhancements to software/hardware/network systems.
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Systems Engineer

Medical
9%
None
91%

Gender Breakdown for Senior Systems Engineers

Male
71.4%
Female
28.6%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Senior Systems Engineers

What is the highest pay for Senior Systems Engineers in Sydney?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Systems Engineer in Sydney is A$132k / year

What is the lowest pay for Senior Systems Engineers in Sydney?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Systems Engineer in Sydney is A$91k / year

How can Senior Systems Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Systems 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 Systems Engineer that oversees more junior Senior Systems Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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