Are data scientists in demand in Australia in 2025?

Yes — the role ranks in the top 10 fastest-growing jobs with thousands of openings yearly.

What salary can a data engineer expect in Australia?

Mid-level data engineers earn $130k–$180k AUD; seniors in Sydney or Melbourne often clear $200k+.

Yes — Data Engineer, Data Scientist, and related codes sit on the priority lists for 189, 190, and 491 visas.

Sydney and Melbourne lead, followed by fast-growing demand in Brisbane, Perth, and Canberra.

Many companies now offer fully remote or hybrid data jobs, especially for cloud and analytics roles.

February 28, 2026

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