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ML Tech Leads in San Francisco earn $146K–$284K. Median: $203K. Based on 19 public job postings (2025–2026).
Median: $203K · Based on 19 public job postings · Updated June 28, 2026
This ML Tech Lead salary benchmark for San Francisco is built from public job postings at high-growth and AI-native companies — no private placement data. Figures reflect base salary and are refreshed as new postings are collected.
San Francisco ML Tech Lead pay runs 18% above the national median.
ML Tech Leads are machine-learning and AI engineers who build, train, and ship models into production. This benchmark reflects Lead-level base compensation for San Francisco-based roles at high-growth and AI-native companies.
What is the average ML Tech Lead salary in San Francisco?
The median pay is $203K, with a typical range of $146K–$284K, based on 19 public San Francisco job postings collected in 2025–2026.
How does San Francisco compare to the national ML Tech Lead salary?
The national median is $172K; San Francisco is shown above.
Where does this data come from?
Public job postings on company career pages — no private placement or client data. Minimum 15 San Francisco postings.
Posted-range midpoints (USD) aggregated from 19 public job postings located in San Francisco (2025–2026). Range = 25th–75th percentile; median = 50th percentile. Equity is excluded. At least 15 San Francisco postings required to publish. Last refreshed June 28, 2026.
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