How much does a Machine Learning Engineer earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Machine Learning Engineer in Australia ranges from AUD 121,042 to AUD 168,750 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 633 job listings

Salary Guide

Machine Learning Engineer Salary in Australia

Based on 633 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$121,042 - $168,750

Median salary

$121,042 - $168,750

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$64K

25th percentile$80K

Median$121K

75th percentile$169K

90th percentile$194K

50% of professionals earn between $79,896 - $168,750 AUD

The median salary is $121,042

Top cities

Sydney198 job openings

Melbourne131 job openings

Council Of The City Of Sydney54 job openings

Brisbane40 job openings

Top companies hiring

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Machine Learning Engineer

633 job openings

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The average salary for a Machine Learning Engineer in Australia is AUD 121,042 - AUD 168,750 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 144,896 per year, based on 633 active job listings.

The cities with the most Machine Learning Engineer job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Brisbane, Perth. Sydney leads with 198 job openings.

Leading employers for Machine Learning Engineer roles in Australia include PingalAI, Alignerr, Easygo Gaming, Hire Feed, Humanised Group.

Explore 633 Machine Learning Engineer job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.