Remote Data & AI Salaries & Hiring — September 2026
Data through Sep 13, 2026 · updates hourly
The median salary for remote data & AI professional roles with disclosed compensation is $130k annually ($92k–$173k across the middle 50%), based on 269 active listings with employer-published ranges. 1,000 remote Data & AI positions are live across 599+ companies as of September 2026.
Median salary by seniority
| Level | Median | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| junior | $76k | 6 |
| senior | $134k | 77 |
| lead | $172k | 16 |
| manager | $158k | 56 |
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Figures reflect employer-disclosed salary ranges on 269 of 1,000 live remote Data & AI listings. Each range is represented by its midpoint; medians and percentiles are computed from those midpoints. Data refreshes hourly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average remote data & AI professional salary in 2026?▾
The median is $130k based on 269 active listings with employer-disclosed ranges on RemoteTide. The middle 50% of roles fall between $92k and $173k.
What is the salary range for remote data & AI professional jobs?▾
The 25th–75th percentile range for remote Data & AI roles on RemoteTide is $92k to $173k. Only roles with employer-published ranges are included; undisclosed listings are excluded.
Which companies hire remote data & AI professionals?▾
mercor, Bjak, micro1 are among the 599+ companies currently hiring remote Data & AI professionals on RemoteTide.
How many remote data & AI professional jobs are open right now?▾
1,000 remote Data & AI positions are currently live on RemoteTide. The count updates hourly as new listings are ingested and expired ones are removed.
Do you need an account to apply?▾
No. Click Apply on any listing and you go straight to the company's application page. RemoteTide does not require an account, a paywall, or any sign-up to apply.
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