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Remote Machine Learning Engineer Salary – updated September 2026

The average salary for remote machine learning engineer is $140,000 per year. This is based on data from 495 job openings.

Where do you get the data from?

Data is based on 495 job openings.

How much does a Machine Learning Engineer make?

The salary range for machine learning engineer is anywhere between $80,000 to $220,000 per year.

Can you provide a breakdown of salary data by years of experience?

Below is a breakdown of salary data by years of experience:

Experience Minimum salary Average salary Maximum salary
Entry Level Machine Learning Engineer (0-1 years) $80,000 $95,000 $110,000
Mid Level Machine Learning Engineer (2-4 years) $110,000 $127,500 $145,000
Senior Level Machine Learning Engineer (5-9 years) $145,000 $162,500 $180,000
Lead Level Machine Learning Engineer (10+ years) $180,000 $200,000 $220,000
* Data is based on 495 job openings.

What is the salary range for remote Entry-Level Machine Learning Engineer?

The salary range for entry-level machine learning engineer is between $80,000 and $110,000 per year.

What is the salary range for remote Senior-Level Machine Learning Engineer?

The salary range for senior-level machine learning engineer is between $145,000 and $180,000 per year.

Can Machine Learning Engineer be fully remote?

Yes, Machine Learning Engineer positions can be fully remote. Companies such as Trackunit, Weekday AI, ALTEN MÉXICO are hiring remotely for Machine Learning Engineer. Check out the latest remote Machine Learning Engineer job openings below.

Are there any remote job openings for Machine Learning Engineer?

Yes, there are 495 remote job openings:

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