Overview
AI Engineer Salary Overview
- Bottom 25% Average
$35,880
Early-stage startups
- Middle 50% Average
$93,358
Growth companies
- Top 25% Average
$128,376
Late-stage/public companies
AI Engineers at SaaS companies earn an average of $90,133, with typical salaries ranging from $52,000 to $123,439. Based on 17 real salary data points from SaaS companies.
Quartile bands
Detailed AI Engineer Compensation Breakdown
Top 25%
$128,376
5 salaries
Middle 50%
$93,358
8 salaries
Bottom 25%
$35,880
4 salaries
Percentile Band | Average Base Salary | # of salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Top 25% | $128,376 | 5 salaries |
| Middle 50% | $93,358 | 8 salaries |
| Bottom 25% | $35,880 | 4 salaries |
Key insights
What Drives Higher AI Engineer Pay?
Years of experience and proven track record
Company stage and funding (later stage typically pays more)
Technical expertise and specialization
Location and remote work policies
AI Engineer Compensation Structure
Base salary is primary component
Equity grants common at growth-stage companies
Performance bonuses typically 10-20% of base
Benefits packages vary by company stage
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