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      Total pay trajectory

      Engineer
      $98K–$162K/yr
      Summer Intern Engineer
      $73K–$122K/yr
      Engineer Manager
      $124K–$209K/yr

      Frequently asked questions about Algorithm Engineer salaries

      • The average salary for Algorithm Engineer is $195,412 per year or $94 per hour, with top earners making up to $316,944 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $153,152 (25th percentile) to $253,316 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 652 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Algorithm Engineer employees.
      • The highest salary for Algorithm Engineer is $253,316 per year, $21,110 per month or $122 per hour.
      • The lowest salary for Algorithm Engineer is $153,152 per year, $12,763 per month or $74 per hour.
      • The salary trajectory of Algorithm Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $70,033 per year (estimate) and goes up to $376,021 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.

      How much does Algorithm Engineer make?

      Total pay range
      $153K - $253K/yr
      $195K/yrMedian total pay
      Pay breakdown
      $111K - $174K/yrBase pay
      $43K - $80K/yrAdditional pay
      How accurate is a total pay range of $153K-$253K/yr?
      Your input helps Glassdoor refine our pay estimates over time.

      About our data

      Last updated Apr 10, 2025652 Salaries submitted
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      Recent salaries shared by Algorithm Engineer

      50 salaries

      Job Title | Years of Experience
      Total Pay
      Base • Additional pay
      Location
      Date submitted
      Job Title | Years of Experience
      Location
      Date submitted
      Total Pay
      Base • Additional pay
      Algorithm Engineer
      |
      1-3 years
      $105K/yr
      ($105K • $0)
      Huntsville, AL

      submitted on Mar 5, 2025

      $105K/yr
      $105K • $0
      Algorithm Engineer
      |
      7-9 years
      $120K - $140K/yr
      Auburn Hills, MI

      submitted on Mar 4, 2025

      $120K - $140K/yr
      Algorithm Engineer
      |
      7-9 years
      $345K/yr
      ($237K • $108K)
      Milpitas, CA

      submitted on Mar 2, 2025

      $345K/yr
      $237K • $108K
      Algorithm Engineer
      |
      4-6 years
      $90K/yr
      ($90K • $0)
      Israel, TX

      submitted on Feb 22, 2025

      $90K/yr
      $90K • $0
      Algorithm Engineer
      |
      10-14 years
      $135K/yr
      ($135K • $0)
      Virginia Beach, VA

      submitted on Feb 4, 2025

      $135K/yr
      $135K • $0
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      Algorithm Engineer
      |
      1-3 years
      $84K/yr
      ($84K • $0)
      Troy, MI

      submitted on Jan 11, 2025

      $84K/yr
      $84K • $0
      Algorithm Engineer
      |
      10-14 years
      $130K/yr
      ($130K • $0)
      Albuquerque, NM

      submitted on Jan 6, 2025

      $130K/yr
      $130K • $0
      Algorithm Engineer
      |
      10-14 years
      $132K - $153K/yr
      Israel, TX

      submitted on Jan 5, 2025

      $132K - $153K/yr
      Algorithm Engineer
      |
      4-6 years
      $149K/yr
      ($149K • $0)
      Troy, MI

      submitted on Jan 2, 2025

      $149K/yr
      $149K • $0
      Algorithm Engineer
      |
      7-9 years
      $174K/yr
      ($174K • $0)
      Bismarck, ND

      submitted on Dec 9, 2024

      $174K/yr
      $174K • $0
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      Top paying industries

      The top 3 paying industries for Algorithm Engineer in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $310,371, Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $175,760 and Manufacturing with a median total pay of $155,528.

      Information Technology

      Top paying companies in Information Technology for Algorithm Engineer are Google, Apple, and ByteDance.

      Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview

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      What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
      Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
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