AI engineers build, deploy, and improve software systems that use artificial intelligence. Their work can include developing machine learning models, integrating generative AI, and creating reliable services that turn data into useful products. Explore vetted AI Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where jobs listed pay $100,000 or more.
AI engineers translate business and product needs into AI-powered applications. Depending on the role, they may prepare data, evaluate models, build application programming interfaces, integrate models into production systems, and monitor performance. Many collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, product teams, and domain experts.
Employers often seek experience with Python and other programming languages, machine learning frameworks, data pipelines, cloud platforms, model deployment, and software engineering fundamentals. Some positions emphasize large language models, natural language processing, computer vision, model evaluation, or responsible AI practices. Requirements vary by employer and level.
AI engineers work across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and other industries. Job titles and responsibilities differ: openings may focus on machine learning engineering, generative AI, applied AI, or production infrastructure. Review each listing for the required experience, technical focus, location, and compensation details.
Use Ladders to explore vetted AI Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities, identify roles aligned with your skills, and check listings regularly as new openings become available.
$95K - $115K *
Drive the development of innovative LLM-powered analytics systems, enhancing healthcare data insights through natural-language processing, robust querying, and compliance features, while collaborating...
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$130K - $160K *
Advance AI engineering by designing LLM-powered systems and optimizing data retrieval architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance CoreStory's narrative intelligence platform with...
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$114K - $252K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by developing and supporting innovative workflows and agents on an enterprise platform, ensuring seamless integration and high-quality performance in secure...
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AI Engineer (CCC Auto / Agentic)
$170K - $195K *
Join a dynamic team to build and ship LLM-powered features that automate claims processes. You'll design secure, efficient workflows and ensure trustworthiness through rigorous evaluation, all while o...
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$125K - $150K *
Innovate AI solutions by developing tools and integrations that enhance workflows, drive efficiency, and empower teams. Collaborate across departments to implement scalable AI applications that delive...
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$165K - $195K *
Empower national security by delivering AI-enabled solutions through full stack development. Collaborate with stakeholders to create reliable, scalable applications that leverage cutting-edge technolo...
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$110K - $130K *
Design and develop transformative AI/ML models and solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex business problems, and ensure performance and scalability of integration in pro...
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$140K - $170K *
Lead the charge in integrating AI capabilities across enterprise platforms, enhancing digital services for Veterans. Collaborate with teams to implement innovative solutions while ensuring security an...
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$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's advancing national security by securing our infrastructure. Work collaboratively in a dynamic environment to enhance IT engineering efforts, ensuring compliance and safeguarding cru...
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$110K - $130K *
Elevate customer engagement by transforming data into impactful AI demonstrations, leading technical discovery, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions that drive o...
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AI Deployment Engineer/Manager
$80K - $95K *
Champion the deployment of cutting-edge AI systems in diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless installation and operation of hardware and software, while providing exceptional c...
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AI Infrastructure Engineer [Tooling]
$130K - $160K *
Empower AI innovation by designing and building robust tooling for deploying AI agents in production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure reliability and developer experi...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the design and implementation of evaluation systems for GenAI solutions, ensuring accuracy, safety, and reliability. Collaborate with product teams to establish standards and automated pipelines...
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$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in transforming innovative ideas into impactful AI-driven solutions for public health and medical research. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop MVPs that enhance scientific disco...
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$120K - $140K *
Unlock potential by designing and deploying cutting-edge AI solutions that enhance enterprise operations. Collaborate across teams to create scalable, secure applications that drive efficiency and inn...
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Senior Software Engineer, Biggy Engineering
$187K - $220K *
Unlock potential by designing and building AI-powered solutions to enhance enterprise IT operations, collaborating directly with customers and driving impactful product features across backend and aut...
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$150K - $180K *
Lead the development of AI runtime and orchestration, ensuring production readiness with a focus on cost, latency, and safety. Collaborate with product teams to deliver reliable AI solutions that enha...
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$180K - $200K *
Join a team that's shaping AI adoption in leading enterprises. Engage directly with clients to rebuild functions, leveraging industry Blueprints and delivering impactful solutions in Financial Service...
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$100K - $120K *
Drive impactful AI delivery by leading implementation projects, managing client teams, and ensuring operational excellence in mortgage technology solutions. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to en...
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$100K - $120K *
Drive the implementation of AI solutions in mortgage technology, managing client teams and ensuring successful project delivery while enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction...
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$125K - $150K *
Transform client challenges into innovative AI solutions by leading projects, collaborating with teams, and developing applications that enhance business efficiency. Engage directly with clients to en...
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$135K - $160K *
Drive innovation as you design and build complex, reliable AI systems that tackle real-world challenges. Collaborate across teams to scale AI capabilities and enhance agent performance while transform...
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$160K - $280K *
Shape the future of AI-driven marketing by owning the web platform and developing custom AI agents. Leverage your engineering expertise to enhance Cresta's online presence and streamline marketing wor...
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AI Developer - Model Creation & Full Stack
$130K - $145K *
Drive innovation as an AI Developer, crafting cutting-edge machine learning models and full-stack applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions and enhan...
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Transform agent quality evaluation by defining metrics, analyzing conversations, and building scalable systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure high standards and continuous improvement in AI...
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What does an AI engineer do?
An AI engineer designs, builds, integrates, and maintains software that uses artificial intelligence. Responsibilities may include preparing data, developing or adapting models, deploying AI features, and monitoring their quality and performance.
What qualifications are common for AI Engineer jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for strong programming skills, often in Python, and experience with machine learning, data systems, cloud platforms, and production software. Some roles also require expertise in areas such as generative AI, natural language processing, or computer vision.
What is the difference between an AI engineer and a machine learning engineer?
The titles overlap. AI engineers may work across a broader range of AI applications and integrations, while machine learning engineers often focus more specifically on building, deploying, and maintaining machine learning models and pipelines. The exact scope depends on the employer.
How much do AI Engineer jobs on Ladders pay?
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual AI Engineer roles varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities; check each listing for its salary information.
Where can AI engineers find jobs?
AI engineers work in many industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. Browse Ladders listings to explore vetted opportunities and review each role's focus, qualifications, location, and compensation.