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Average Early-Career Software Developer Salary in Newcastle, New South Wales

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AU$64,006
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
10%
A$49k
MEDIAN
A$64k
90%
A$82k

The average salary for a Software Developer is AU$64,006 in 2025

Base Salary
AU$49k - AU$82k
Bonus
AU$0 - AU$4k
Total Pay
AU$47k - AU$83k
Based on 27 salary profiles (last updated Oct 15 2022)
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What Do Software Developers Do?

Software Developer Tasks
  • Write, modify, and debug software for client applications.
  • Use source debuggers and visual development environments.
  • Test and document software for client applications.
  • Write code to create single-threaded, multi-threaded or user interface event driven applications, either stand-alone and those which access servers or services.
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Common Health Benefits for a Software Developer

Medical
8%
Dental
8%
Vision
8%
None
92%

Gender Breakdown for Software Developers

Male
94.1%
Female
5.9%
This data is based on 17 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Software Developers

What is the highest pay for Software Developers in Newcastle?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Software Developer in Newcastle is A$82k / year

What is the lowest pay for Software Developers in Newcastle?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Software Developer in Newcastle is A$49k / year

How can Software Developers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Software Developer 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 Software Developer that oversees more junior Software Developers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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