Senior Level Machine Learning Specialist Jobs

Senior level machine learning specialist jobs place experienced practitioners in charge of model architecture decisions, production system reliability, and the cross-functional teams or projects that deliver measurable results. Openings concentrate across Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote roles available from employers like Unity Technologies, Plaid, and Apple hiring at this level now.

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Open roles148+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerUnity Technologies
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type64% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Senior Machine Learning Engineer
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer
Apple
Sunnyvale, California
Software Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
$185k - $325k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Sr. Specialist, Machine Learning Engineering
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Sr. Specialist, Machine Learning Engineering
McKesson
Munster, Indiana
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Cloud & DevOps
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
$72k - $120k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Manager, Machine Learning Engineer
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Manager, Machine Learning Engineer
Plaid
New York City Metropolitan Area
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Technical Product & Program Management
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Technical Program Management
$259k - $395k/yr
On-Site
Master's

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Machine Learning Engineer
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Machine Learning Engineer
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Data Science
$185k - $278k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Senior Machine Learning Engineer
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer
Unity Technologies
Mountain View, California
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Cybersecurity
Data Science
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
$141k - $232k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Senior Level Machine Learning Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Unity Technologies8 open roles
Plaid7 open roles
Apple6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software80
  • Electronics & Hardware8
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals8
  • Consulting & Professional Services8
  • Automotive7

Senior Level Machine Learning Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level machine learning specialist job?

Employers at this level look for a portfolio of production deployments, not just academic or prototype work. Demonstrating ownership of full model lifecycles, from problem framing through monitoring and iteration, signals readiness. Candidates who can speak to system design tradeoffs, have led cross-functional collaborations, and can mentor junior engineers stand out clearly from those with similar technical credentials but narrower scope.

Which companies hire senior level machine learning specialists?

Companies hiring senior level machine learning specialists right now include Unity Technologies, Plaid, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including large technology firms, well-funded startups, financial services companies, and enterprises investing in AI-driven product development or internal automation.

Are there remote senior level machine learning specialist jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by employer and role scope. About 36% of senior level machine learning specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the technical nature of the work and its compatibility with distributed teams. Roles that require close collaboration with hardware, data infrastructure, or on-site stakeholders are more likely to be in-person or hybrid.

What makes a machine learning specialist role senior level?

Senior level roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. At this stage, the expectation is setting technical direction, making architectural decisions that affect the broader system, driving projects from ambiguous problem statements to deployed solutions, and mentoring mid-level or junior colleagues. Senior specialists are accountable for outcomes, not just deliverables, and regularly influence how their organization approaches ML strategy.

Which industries hire the most senior level machine learning specialists?

Senior level machine learning specialist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they operate at the intersection of large proprietary datasets, high-stakes decision systems, and competitive pressure to deploy AI at scale, all of which require experienced specialists who can lead rather than just contribute.