Machine Learning Engineer
Machine Learning Engineer is a technology role (ISCO 2511) commonly listed on skilled-migration and shortage occupation lists. Review country demand and matching work visas on ImmigraPath — admins can enrich this playbook with AI later.
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Country demand snapshot
| Country | Code | Demand level |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | AU | High |
| Canada | CA | Medium |
| New Zealand | NZ | Medium |
| United Kingdom | UK | Medium |
High = on a current official shortage, category, Green List, or CSOL-priority list. Medium = typically skilled-visa eligible, but not a current targeted shortage occupation. Lists change — verify on government sources before you file.
Pathways that target this job
Official shortage, category, or salary-list routes that currently include Machine Learning Engineer. Lists change — confirm the live occupation table on the government site before you apply.
Canada
- Global Talent Stream
Global Talent Stream (GTS) — Category B
LMIA-exempt, fast-tracked (2-week) work permit for employers hiring unique/specialized tech talent in occupations on the Global Talent Occupations List. Requires a qualifying job offer from a designated employer.
Australia
- CSOL / Core Skills
Australia Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)
ANZSCO occupations on CSOL can be nominated for the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) Core Skills stream. Many also feed Employer Nomination (186) and some skilled independent / state streams.
New Zealand
- Green List (Straight to Residence)
New Zealand Green List — Straight to Residence
Tier 1 Green List roles can apply for residence from day one if the job, pay, and registration/qualification rules in Appendix 13 are met.
FAQs about Machine Learning Engineer
Is Machine Learning Engineer in demand for skilled immigration?+
ImmigraPath currently lists High demand for Machine Learning Engineer in Australia (ISCO 2511). Demand is based on official shortage / category lists and can change — always verify on government sources.
Which immigration categories or visas target Machine Learning Engineer?+
Machine Learning Engineer is on: Global Talent Stream (GTS) — Category B; Australia Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL); New Zealand Green List — Straight to Residence. Open the visa links on this page, then confirm the live occupation table on the government site — lists are updated through the year.
Which occupation code should I use for Machine Learning Engineer?+
Canada uses NOC 21211 (TEER 1). The UK uses SOC 2134. Australia and New Zealand use ANZSCO 261313. Match your day-to-day duties to the code, not only the English job title.
What data does ImmigraPath show for Machine Learning Engineer?+
Hard facts: ISCO 2511, Canada NOC 21211, category Technology, country demand, official destination codes, and the immigration categories/visas that currently target this job. Always verify current lists on government sites.