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Machine Learning Engineer Salary in Australia

Machine Learning Engineers build and deploy ML systems at scale, bridging data science and production software engineering. This is one of the fastest-growing and highest-paid roles on Seek in Australia, driven by AI adoption across industries.

AU Typical Range

$110k$185k

AU Median

$145k

NZ Typical Range

NZD $98k$160k

Salary by experience level

Junior / Graduate

AU$95k – $120k
NZNZD $85k – $108k

Mid-level

AU$120k – $155k
NZNZD $108k – $138k

Senior

AU$155k – $200k
NZNZD $138k – $178k

Estimated take-home pay (AU median)

Based on $145k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.

Annual

$103,383

Monthly

$8,615

Fortnightly

$3,976

Common employers on Seek

AtlassianCanvaCommonwealth BankCochlearRoktImmutable

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average Machine Learning Engineer salary in Australia?

The average Machine Learning Engineer salary in Australia is around $145k per year, with a typical Seek range of $110k – $185k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.

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What does a Machine Learning Engineer take home after tax in Australia?

At the median salary of $145k, take-home pay is approximately $103,383 per year ($8,615 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.

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