Comprehensive salary guide for Express.js developers in Australia. Compare compensation across experience levels and specializations.
Contract: $28 - $40/hr
Entry-level developers with foundational Express.js knowledge, understanding of routing, middleware, and basic API development.
Contract: $40 - $62/hr
Experienced developers proficient in building production-ready APIs, authentication, database integration, and testing.
Contract: $62 - $85/hr
Expert developers who architect scalable solutions, implement security best practices, and lead technical decisions.
Contract: $85 - $120+/hr
Technical leaders who drive architectural decisions, establish coding standards, and mentor development teams.
Years of professional Express.js and Node.js development experience significantly impacts salary. Senior developers command premium rates.
Knowledge of TypeScript, databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB), Docker, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) can increase compensation by 15-25%.
Tech companies and well-funded startups typically offer higher base salaries plus significant equity packages for backend roles.
Remote positions may offer location-adjusted salaries, though many companies now pay market rates regardless of developer location.
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