ML Engineer

ML Engineer job description

ML engineers are at the forefront of artificial intelligence innovation, designing and implementing sophisticated machine learning systems that continuously improve with experience. They bridge the gap between data science and software engineering, translating complex algorithms into scalable, production-ready solutions that power intelligent applications.

These professionals play a critical role in developing artificial intelligence technologies that drive automation, predictive analytics and intelligent decision-making across industries. Their work supports everything from recommendation engines and virtual assistants to autonomous systems and generative AI platforms.

Typical ML engineer duties:

Designing and developing AI and machine learning systems from conception to deployment

Optimizing ML algorithms for performance, scalability and accuracy

Collaborating with data scientists to transform prototypes into production-ready code

Integrating ML models with existing software systems and APIs

Monitoring and maintaining deployed models to ensure reliability and efficiency

Researching and implementing new AI/ML technologies and methodologies to solve complex problems

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API development

Back-end technologies

Big data technologies

Cloud ML platforms

Computer vision

Data management

Deep learning

MLOps

Natural language processing

Programming languages

National salary range for ML Engineer

124250 - 177000

Low

124250

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.

Mid

154500

The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.

High

177000

The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

Projected salaries for related positions

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123750

158750

186750

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121250

150000

174000

RPA Engineer

107000

126000

155250

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