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Scale AI Machine Learning Engineer Salaries

Machine Learning Engineer compensation in United States at Scale AI ranges from $195K per year for L3 to $254K per year for L4. The median yearly compensation in United States package totals $220K. View the base salary, stock, and bonus breakdowns for Scale AI's total compensation packages. Last updated: 4/1/2026

Level Name
Total
Base
Stock ()
Bonus
L3
(Entry Level)
$195K
$160K
$33.1K
$1.3K
L4
$254K
$199K
$54.8K
$278
L5
$ --
$ --
$ --
$ --
L6
$ --
$ --
$ --
$ --
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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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FAQ

The highest paying salary package reported for a Machine Learning Engineer at Scale AI in United States sits at a yearly total compensation of $301,250. This includes base salary as well as any potential stock compensation and bonuses.
The median yearly total compensation reported at Scale AI for the Machine Learning Engineer role in United States is $181,250.
When negotiating your Machine Learning Engineer offer at Scale AI, leverage salary data to understand market rates, highlight your relevant experience, and consider all components of the compensation package. Our professional negotiators have helped candidates secure $50K+ more in total compensation.

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