▲4%
C$132,453
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$95k
MEDIAN
CA$132k
90%
CA$182k
The average salary for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer is C$132,453 in 2025
Base Salary
C$95k - C$182k
Bonus
C$11k - C$14k
Total Pay
C$95k - C$182k
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer
Medical
88%
Dental
75%
Vision
88%
None
13%
Gender Breakdown for Senior Machine Learning Engineers
Male
71.4%
Female
28.6%
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FAQs About Senior Machine Learning Engineers
What is the highest pay for Senior Machine Learning Engineers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer is CA$182k / year
What is the lowest pay for Senior Machine Learning Engineers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Machine Learning Engineer is CA$95k / year
How can Senior Machine Learning Engineers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Senior Machine Learning Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Machine Learning Engineer that oversees more junior Senior Machine Learning Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.