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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$130K - $170K *

Help us build innovative internal tools for revenue teams using AI agents. You'll tackle real problems, enhance workflows, and create impactful solutions that drive Marketing, Sales, and Customer Succ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $204K *

Transform data governance by designing and developing automation solutions that enhance metadata management and data quality processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align engineering e...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering precise panel configurations and documentation. Collaborate with engineers and support teams to ensure successful project execution from design to field star...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Explore a pivotal role in leading complex global security investigations, addressing threats from various sources. Drive proactive threat-hunting efforts and collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI conversation design. You'll develop prompts and workflows for LLMs, enhance user interactions, and train others while adapting to an evolving landscape. Bri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare analytics by building robust data models and dashboards. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver actionable insights, ensuring data quality and clar...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by managing end-to-end client engagements, transforming ambiguous business challenges into actionable product roadmaps, and leading AI-native development across diverse projects and t...

CanadaRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $130K *

Contribute to ICT design and project management for mission-critical data centers and smart buildings. Collaborate with technical teams, manage project scopes, and utilize advanced tools to enhance ef...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$220K - $290K *

Drive your career forward by leveraging AI/ML to enhance failure analysis in complex systems. Work alongside a talented team to develop intelligent solutions that ensure resilience across diverse envi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $214K *

Join a dynamic team to build innovative on-vehicle communication frameworks and enhance autonomous vehicle safety through advanced software solutions and monitoring systems...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Champion the development of innovative AI-driven automation solutions, collaborating with senior developers to enhance contracting operations. Leverage generative AI technologies to streamline process...

Chantilly, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Design innovative Civil systems for mission-critical environments, ensuring compliance and safety. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver reliable infrastructure solutions that enhance ope...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $182K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Consultant, leading AI infrastructure projects. Drive data center optimization, enhance customer experiences, and collaborate across teams to deliver impactful solution...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $122K *

Shape the future of IT capabilities by leading requirements analysis and advisory support for a Department of War agency. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver data-driven insights and enhance ente...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the claims process by owning backend services in Python and TypeScript. Design event-driven systems that enhance reliability and efficiency, ensuring seamless integration of AI agents while...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $278K *

Elevate innovation by designing and deploying advanced AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business impact through cutting-edge technology and data-driven strategies in a...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$190K - $250K *

Drive the strategic direction of intent and prediction systems, leading a specialized engineering team to integrate machine learning with robotics. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure safety, tec...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$72K - $100K *

Join our dynamic team as a Sr. Credit Analyst, owning the underwriting cycle from application review to decision-making. Leverage your analytical skills to enhance credit processes and contribute to a...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Unlock potential by optimizing commercial processes through AI and analytics. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, forecasting, and decision-making, driving impactful business outcomes across...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading AI product initiatives that enhance business performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritize AI solutions, ensuring alignment with strategy and driving...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $225K *

Drive the design and delivery of innovative AI-driven applications. Oversee the full development lifecycle, ensuring scalability and reliability in multi-tenant enterprise solutions while collaboratin...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$149K - $214K *

Elevate your career by defining and owning a bold visual aesthetic that shapes the future of cybersecurity. Collaborate with leadership to translate visionary concepts into tangible designs, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Champion the development of LLM-powered applications and agentic systems. Drive complex use cases from ambiguous problems to production, ensuring high-quality and scalable AI solutions that address us...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing end-to-end site installations and upgrades. Collaborate with teams, provide technical support, and conduct infrastructure assessments while ensuring seamless product la...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $105K *

Unlock potential by developing and validating ML models for inventory forecasting, automating product substitutions, and delivering analytics within a governed AI framework to enhance supply chain eff...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.