Lead AI Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 17 certified filings
$161,395Avg. Salary
$80,000Minimum
$240,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Lead AI Engineer is $161,395 — 33% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 17 certified filings across all employers.
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What is the average H-1B salary for Lead AI Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Lead AI Engineer is $161,395 based on 17 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $80,000 to $240,000.
$161,395
Average
$80,000
Minimum
$240,000
Maximum
17
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Lead AI Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Target Enterprise, Inc. | $163,470 | 5 |
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Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: General. Updated: Q1 FY2025.