Frequently asked questions about Software Architect salaries
The average salary for Software Architect is A$151,250 per year or A$73 per hour, with top earners making up to A$216,236 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from A$120,751 (25th percentile) to A$186,875 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 192 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Software Architect employees.
The highest salary for Software Architect is A$186,875 per year, A$15,573 per month or A$90 per hour.
The lowest salary for Software Architect is A$120,751 per year, A$10,063 per month or A$58 per hour.
Software architects earn salaries that are on average close to six-figures. Entry-level employees also earn well over the national average salary. With experience and seniority, candidates can earn into six figures. This reflects the specialist, technical nature of their role, as well as the relatively high educational barriers to entry. Those based in London typically earn the highest salaries, and software architects are usually more in demand in major cities where technology companies are based.
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