What defines a mid-level ml engineer?

Mid-level typically means 3–5 years of experience. You can work independently on most tasks, contribute to design decisions, and may start mentoring junior team members.

What salary range for mid-level ml engineer roles?

Mid-level ml engineer salaries range from $110k to $180k depending on location, company size, and tech stack. Metro areas and high-growth startups pay toward the upper end.

How do I advance from mid-level to senior ml engineer?

Focus on leading projects end-to-end, mentoring others, and developing system-level thinking. Seek stretch assignments that demonstrate your ability to handle ambiguity and make architectural decisions.

599+ JobsUpdated Mar 24, 2026

Mid-Level ML Engineer Jobs

Mid-level ml engineer roles are the sweet spot for career growth - you have enough experience to lead features independently while still expanding your skills. Companies offer $110k–$180k for professionals with 3–5 years of experience.

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Salary Range

$93k – $255k

Top Companies

VTRAC Consulting Corporation (WBE), VirtualVocations, Missile Defense Agency, BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC., Stem IT, Retailogists +36 more

Job Types

92% Full Time, 6% Contract, 2% Internship

Top Locations

CA, Washington, District of Columbia, Toronto, Ontario, Arlington

Work Model

76% On-Site, 16% Hybrid, 8% Remote

Experience Levels

100% Mid Level

We found 599 mid-level ml engineer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Washington, District of Columbia, Toronto, Ontario. Salaries range from $93k to $255k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (76%), Hybrid (16%), Remote (8%). Top employers include VTRAC Consulting Corporation (WBE), VirtualVocations, Missile Defense Agency and 39 other companies.

Companies Hiring for Mid-Level ML Engineer Jobs

VTRAC Consulting Corporation (WBE)3 jobs

VirtualVocations2 jobs

Missile Defense Agency2 jobs

BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.2 jobs

Stem IT2 jobs

Retailogists2 jobs

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