Data Engineer Salary
Jobs in AI · 2026 · based on ~460 data points
Low (25th)
$100,000
Median
$150,000
High (90th)
$240,000
By seniority
Junior $95,000 – $142,000 · median $118,000
Mid $130,000 – $182,000 · median $150,000
Senior $170,000 – $265,000 · median $200,000
Sources: Levels.fyi, Glassdoor, Built In. Figures are aggregated market estimates of annual total compensation in USD — indicative ranges, not offers.