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Staff Machine Learning Engineer

Denver, CO ยท On-site +1

$206K - $230K/yr

As a Staff Machine Learning Engineer, you will act as a technical leader and delivery owner for complex, high-impact ML initiatives spanning foundation models, data systems, and large-scale ML ...

Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer

Bethesda, MD ยท On-site

$111K - $153K/yr

Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards and Great Careers GEICO is seeking a Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer to help shape how Generative AI enhances customer and associate experiences ...

Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer

Bethesda, MD ยท Remote

$111K - $153K/yr

Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards and Great Careers GEICO is seeking a Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer to help shape how Generative AI enhances customer and associate experiences ...

About the Role We are seeking an exceptional Staff Machine Learning Engineer to lead the design and development of the next generation of our AI-driven fraud detection platform . You will architect ...

Staff Machine Learning Engineer

Manhattan, NY ยท On-site

$170K - $215K/yr

Staff Machine Learning Engineer - AI Products Location: Hybrid in NYC (Bryant Park Office) Salary Range: $170,000 - $215,000 A leading health and wellness technology company is searching for a Staff ...

As a Staff Machine Learning Engineer in Product & Technology, you will help Paylocity build and deploy Machine Learning solutions, to help our teams build better products faster, more reliably, and ...

Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer

New York, NY ยท On-site +1

$245K - $319K/yr

We are looking for a Senior Staff Software Engineer, Machine Learning to be a pivotal technical leader in architecting the next generation of AI/ML models and systems that connect buyers and sellers ...

As a Staff Machine Learning Engineer in Product & Technology, you will help Paylocity build and deploy Machine Learning solutions, to help our teams build better products faster, more reliably, and ...

Overview Come join Intuit as a Staff Machine Learning Engineer! In this role, you'll work alongside AI scientists and machine learning engineers to create AI-powered experiences. You'll be expected ...

Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer

New York, NY ยท On-site +1

$245K - $319K/yr

We are looking for a Senior Staff Software Engineer, Machine Learning to be a pivotal technical leader in architecting the next generation of AI/ML models and systems that connect buyers and sellers ...

$206K - $230K/yr

As a Staff Machine Learning Engineer, you will act as a technical leader and delivery owner for complex, high-impact ML initiatives spanning foundation models, data systems, and large-scale ML ...

Come join Intuit as a Staff Machine Learning Engineer! In this role, you'll work alongside AI scientists and machine learning engineers to create AI-powered experiences. You'll be expected to help ...

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How much do senior staff machine learning engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior staff machine learning engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the primary challenges a Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer faces when leading large-scale ML projects?

Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineers often navigate complex challenges such as aligning cross-functional teams, ensuring model scalability, and maintaining data integrity across evolving pipelines. They are responsible for setting technical direction, mentoring junior engineers, and driving collaboration between data scientists, software engineers, and product managers. Balancing hands-on technical work with high-level architectural decisions, while also keeping up with rapid advancements in the field, is key to success in this role.

What does a Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer do?

A Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer leads the design, development, and deployment of complex machine learning systems within an organization. They work closely with cross-functional teams to identify business challenges that can be addressed with machine learning and guide the technical strategy for implementing solutions. Their responsibilities often include mentoring junior engineers, setting best practices, overseeing large-scale projects, and ensuring models are robust, scalable, and ethically implemented. Additionally, they may contribute to research and development, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field.

What is the difference between Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer vs Machine Learning Engineer?

AspectSenior Staff Machine Learning EngineerMachine Learning Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's/PhD in CS, AI, or related; experience in ML frameworksBachelor's/Master's in CS, AI, or related; some experience in ML
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles, cross-team collaboration, strategic planningImplementation, model development, experimentation
Industry UsageTech companies, research labs, large enterprisesStartups, tech firms, research projects

The Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer typically holds a more senior, strategic role with leadership responsibilities, while the Machine Learning Engineer focuses on developing and deploying ML models. Both roles require strong technical skills, but the senior position involves guiding projects and mentoring teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer, you need deep expertise in machine learning algorithms, statistical analysis, software engineering, and a relevant advanced degree (often MS or PhD). Mastery of tools such as Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, distributed computing frameworks, and experience with cloud platforms is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills distinguish top performers in this role. These abilities are crucial for designing scalable ML solutions, leading teams, and driving impactful business outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Senior Staff Machine Learning Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 78% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,557 per year, or $60.8 per hour.
Staff Machine Learning Engineer

Staff Machine Learning Engineer

Ibotta

Denver, CO โ€ข On-site, Remote

$206K - $230K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Ibotta is seeking a Staff Machine Learning Engineer to join our Core Data & Analytics team and contribute to our mission to Make Every Purchase Rewarding. We're looking for someone who has a passion for building scalable machine learning solutions using technologies and tools such as Python, Spark, Databricks, AWS, Sagemaker, etc. As a Staff Machine Learning Engineer, you will act as a technical leader and delivery owner for complex, high-impact ML initiatives spanning foundation models, data systems, and large-scale ML platforms. This role will immediately impact ML strategy and drive impact through the support, guidance, and collaboration with multiple teams as part of our analytics organization. We're looking for a technical leader to further mature our current infrastructure and abstractions and identify new opportunities to add value through ML applications.

This position is available in multiple locations:

Denver, Colorado - if you are in or willing to relocate to the Denver area, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).

Remote options are available for the following states - AZ, AR, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, KS, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NV, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI. Not based in one of these areas? We will offer a relocation bonus to help make your move to the Mile High City a smooth one.

What you will be doing:

  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of production-grade ML systems across the organization.

  • Work with Ibotta architecture and Machine Learning Platform teams to ensure integration of machine learning services and pipelines in larger technology infrastructure.

  • Act as a liaison between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders to communicate complex concepts clearly.

  • Communicate complex machine learning solutions, concepts and the results of analyses in a clear and effective manner to business stakeholders and technology leaders to maximize the effectiveness of machine learning initiatives.

  • Mentor ML Engineers and Data Scientists, fostering a culture of technical ownership, rigorous experimentation, and best practices.

  • Embrace and uphold Ibotta's Core Values: Integrity, Boldness, Ownership, Teamwork, Transparency & A good idea can come from anywhere

What we are looking for:

  • 6+ years of professional industry experience as a Machine Learning Engineer or Software Engineer, focused on deploying machine learning systems at scale.

  • Advanced knowledge of multiple ML frameworks like: Sklearn, TensorFlow, Sagemaker, Spark ML.

  • Expertise working with distributed big-data tools and event-based architectures, ideally Spark and Kafka.

  • Deep hands-on experience prototyping, building, releasing, and monitoring mission-critical machine learning models in high traffic applications.

  • Experience working within a cloud-based infrastructure, ideally AWS.

  • Track record of mentoring junior engineers or leading cross-functional initiatives.

About Ibotta ("I bought a...")

Ibotta (NYSE: IBTA) is a leading performance marketing platform allowing brands to deliver digital promotions to over 200 million consumers through a network of publishers called the Ibotta Performance Network (IPN). The IPN allows marketers to influence what people buy, and where and how often they shop - all while paying only when their campaigns directly result in a sale. American shoppers have earned over $2.6 billion through the IPN since 2012. The largest tech IPO in history to come out of Colorado, Ibotta is headquartered in Denver, and is continually listed as a top place to work by The Denver Post and Inc. Magazine.

To learn more about what our Tech teams are doing day to day, visit Building Ibotta on Medium.com.

Additional Details:

  • This position is located in Denver, CO and includes competitive pay, flexible time off, benefits package (including medical, dental, vision), Lifestyle Spending Account, Employee Stock Purchase Program, and 401k match.Denver office perks include paid parking, snacks, and occasional meals.

  • Base compensation range: $206,000 - $230,000 Equity is included in overall compensation package. This compensation range is specific to the United States labor market and may be adjusted based on actual experience.

  • Ibotta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ibotta's employment decisions are made without regard of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

  • Applicants are accepted until the position is filled.

  • For the security of our employees and the business, all employees are responsible for the secure handling of data in accordance with our security policies, identifying and reporting phishing attempts, as well as reporting security incidents to the proper channels.

Recruiting Agency Notice
Ibotta does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to any Ibotta employees.

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