Machine Learning Research Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 21 certified filings
$193,827Avg. Salary
$130,000Minimum
$290,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Machine Learning Research Engineer is $193,827 — 60% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 21 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Machine Learning Research Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Machine Learning Research Engineer is $193,827 based on 21 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $130,000 to $290,000.
$193,827
Average
$130,000
Minimum
$290,000
Maximum
21
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Machine Learning Research Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Scale AI, Inc. | $212,571 | 7 |
| Apple Inc. | $195,352 | 6 |
Section 2
Machine Learning Research Engineer Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $204,125 | 8 |
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Section 3
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: Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.