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January 15, 20255 min read
What are the highest-paying AI jobs? A short, realistic list
The highest-paying AI roles usually own model performance, reliability, or revenue impact. Titles vary, but the economics are simple: own something expensive and make it work. It's less buzzword, more accountability.
Roles that command top comp
- Machine learning engineer (production systems)
- Applied scientist or research engineer
- AI product manager with revenue ownership
- Data platform architect for ML infrastructure
What makes them valuable
These roles reduce model downtime, improve accuracy in high-stakes workflows, or unlock new revenue. The closer your work is to those outcomes, the higher the pay.
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