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Scale AI Salaries

Scale AI's salary ranges from $49,000 in total compensation per year for a Data Analyst at the low-end to $1,233,924 for a Software Engineer at the high-end. Levels.fyi collects anonymous and verified salaries from current and former employees of Scale AI. Last updated: 10/2/2026

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Software Engineer
L3 $229K
L4 $379K
L5 $476K
L6 $1.23M

Machine Learning Engineer

Backend Software Engineer

Full-Stack Software Engineer

AI Engineer

Forward Deployed Engineer

Product Manager
L3 $173K
L4 $258K
L5 $308K
L6 $259K
Project Manager
L3 $130K
L4 $303K
Technical Program Manager
L3 $185K
L4 $225K
L5 $617K

Technical Project Manager

Recruiter
L3 $147K
L4 $174K
Accountant
$141K

Technical Accountant

Business Operations
Median $185K
Business Operations Manager
$53.1K
Business Analyst
Median $220K
Customer Service
$194K
Customer Success
$451K
Data Analyst
$49K
Data Scientist
Median $235K
Marketing
$169K
Mechanical Engineer
$475K
Product Designer
Median $190K
Program Manager
$294K
Sales
$128K
Sales Engineer
$409K
Software Engineering Manager
Median $825K
Technical Writer
$103K
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Vesting Schedule

25%

YR 1

25%

YR 2

25%

YR 3

25%

YR 4

Stock Type
Options

At Scale AI, Options are subject to a 4-year vesting schedule:

  • 25% vests in the 1st-YR (25.00% annually)

  • 25% vests in the 2nd-YR (2.08% monthly)

  • 25% vests in the 3rd-YR (2.08% monthly)

  • 25% vests in the 4th-YR (2.08% monthly)

5 years post-termination exercise window after 2 years of employment.

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Scale AI Salaries FAQ (2026)

The highest paying role reported at Scale AI is Software Engineer at the L6 level with a yearly total compensation of $1,233,924. This includes base salary as well as any potential stock compensation and bonuses.
Across job families reported at Scale AI, the median yearly total compensation is $195,000.
To negotiate a higher offer at Scale AI, research their compensation bands, understand the total package including stock and bonuses, and come prepared with market data. Our professional negotiation services can help you navigate the process and have helped candidates secure significantly higher compensation.

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