Explore AI Engineer Jobs

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.

What Does an AI Engineer Do?

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.

Common AI Engineer Skills

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 Engineer Career Opportunities

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.

Find Your Next AI Engineer Role

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.

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$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building robust and innovative data capabilities. You will design and maintain pipelines, improve data integrity, and collaborate across teams to enhance insights and s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our organization by leading AI initiatives that transform business processes across departments, focusing on operational efficiency and measurable outcomes in Accounting and Fin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $185K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative infrastructure solutions for scalable deployments, collaborating with customers to refine requirements, and enhancing operational efficiency through automation a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $258K *

Drive the design and implementation of cutting-edge GenAI solutions, leading the development of LLM capabilities and ML pipelines to enhance insurance workflows and deliver impactful outcomes for cust...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building robust training infrastructure for AI systems, enabling seamless evaluation and deployment of models. Collaborate with research teams to enhance long-horizon agent workflow...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$194K - $272K *

Elevate AI solutions by leading engineering efforts that transform business workflows. Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities, prototype solutions, and implement scalable AI applications tha...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring reliability at scale. You'll manage compute, networking, and storage, driving performance and stability while adapting to rapid changes in production environme...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the operationalization of machine learning systems by building robust workflows and infrastructure. Collaborate with ML researchers to enhance production efficiency and reliability, ensuring...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and delivering scalable AI-powered integrations for nonprofits. Collaborate closely with clients to understand their needs, build solutions, and productize offerings that...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$222K - $278K *

Engage with enterprise clients to transform operations through innovative technology solutions. Drive complex sales cycles, build executive relationships, and deliver impactful results that enhance ef...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer full-stack AI/ML solutions for Revenue Cycle, integrating agentic orchestration and predictive models. Collaborate with teams to transition prototypes to production while establishing AI arch...

Rochester, MNRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of security engineering by implementing robust controls, enhancing monitoring, and driving risk management initiatives. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and operational e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$206K - $242K *

Develop and implement advanced OCI attack capabilities, researching attack paths and misconfigurations. Collaborate with engineers to enhance offensive security strategies, ensuring robust cloud-nativ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engineer innovative conversational AI solutions by designing and supporting intelligent virtual agents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences through scalable chatbot...

Overland Park, KSRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $250K+*

Pioneer the future of developer AI by architecting scalable backend systems that enhance real-world product experiences through developer-centric cloud infrastructure...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Elevate the development of secure, scalable AI services by designing robust backend systems and integrations within a cloud environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by providing mechanical engineering expertise for hypersonic weapons systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness and lifecycle sustainment of...

Indiana, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$247K - $363K *

Architect and build a cohesive AI ecosystem by defining agent standards, driving technical vision, and ensuring seamless integration across teams. This hands-on role requires strategic oversight and t...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower innovation by architecting next-gen AI-driven CRM solutions. Lead a dynamic team to optimize data processing, enhance automation, and deliver exceptional user experiences while driving market...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $214K *

Transform your career by leveraging AI/ML and full stack development to modernize systems and enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions th...

Minnetonka, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$56K - $114K *

Drive the development and support of innovative ECM solutions in an Agile environment, focusing on workflow automation and integration with enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

Lansing, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $134K *

Join a dynamic team as you enhance cloud infrastructure and optimize network operations. Collaborate with experts to ensure system reliability while empowering your professional growth through impactf...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's evolving AI infrastructure for a cutting-edge knowledge platform. You'll architect backend services, enhance retrieval systems, and ensure enterprise-grade reliability while collabo...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the evolution of AI infrastructure for a knowledge base platform, enhancing retrieval systems and agent capabilities while ensuring reliability and scalability in production environments. Collab...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the evolution of AI infrastructure for a knowledge base platform, enhancing retrieval systems and agent capabilities while ensuring reliability and scalability in production environments...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an AI engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.