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Salary range based on experience level
The median salary and typical pay rates for a Lead AI Engineer in United States is $156,303 per year as of September 2026, based on 268 active job listings. Entry-level roles typically start at $123,803, while senior specialists can earn up to $174,359. Equivalent contract day rates are approximately $950 per day.
Salary distribution trend for jobs in United States citing Lead AI Engineer.
Salary distribution for jobs citing Lead AI Engineer over the last 6 months in United States.
Number of live job vacancies over time for Lead AI Engineer in United States.
Breakdown of skills demanded for Lead AI Engineer roles grouped by domain taxonomy.
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