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.
Staff Engineer, Software - GenAI
$126K - $215K *
Transform AI experiences by architecting LLM-based agents that integrate with real-world tools, orchestrate tasks, and scale in production. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and ensure high...
1 month ago
Software Engineer (PDLC Tooling + Automation)
$100K - $167K *
Drive efficiency at the intersection of product development and customer engagement by building integrations and automations that empower teams with timely, relevant product knowledge and streamline w...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Elevate software solutions by architecting AI-driven financial tools, collaborating with elite engineers to enhance investment workflows, and ensuring high standards in quality and security within a d...
Reposted 5 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of AI solutions by leading design and implementation of robust enterprise systems, driving innovation, and establishing engineering excellence while mentoring developers and collabora...
Reposted 6 days ago
$92K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer success through AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to diagnose challenges, present tailored solutions, and drive impactful outcome...
4 days ago
$117K - $157K *
Join a team that's transforming enterprise AI solutions through innovative design and deployment. Leverage your expertise to build secure, scalable AI platforms that enhance business processes and dri...
Reposted today
Account Executive, AI Consulting
$90K - $120K *
Champion enterprise consulting sales by qualifying leads, conducting discovery, and closing multi-month engagements with clients in banking, insurance, and life sciences. Collaborate with architects a...
2 days ago
$100K - $160K *
The Integration Engineer will develop APIs and integration capabilities to connect data, services, and systems within a DevSecOps practice. This role involves understanding stakeholder needs, ensuring...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $160K *
The Integration Engineer will develop APIs and integration capabilities to connect data, services, and systems within a DevSecOps practice. This role involves understanding stakeholder needs, ensuring...
Reposted 1 week ago
Applied AI Delivery Lead - Remote in AMER
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in delivering transformative AI initiatives, managing complex deployments from planning to adoption. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful execution and measurable customer value...
1 week ago
Applications Engineers, Agentic Workflows
$110K - $130K *
Drive the future of engineering workflows by building and delivering robust AI-driven automation and agent-based capabilities, ensuring products meet real customer needs and are reliable for complex e...
Reposted 1 week ago
$135K - $145K *
Innovate data solutions by building and maintaining robust pipelines that empower critical processes. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to enhance data reliability and efficiency in a high-t...
2 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Vision AI
$159K - $254K *
Elevate the future of restaurant technology by building innovative Vision AI solutions. Own key platform components, collaborate across teams, and integrate AI models to enhance customer experiences a...
Yesterday
Systems Engineer - Industrial Controls
$88K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team to deliver hands-on engineering solutions for industrial control systems, focusing on SCADA, PLC programming, and project management while ensuring safety and customer satisfaction...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Software Engineer (Python / AI Insurance SaaS)
$180K - $210K *
Transform the customer-facing application layer for AI solutions by leading fullstack development, ensuring scalability and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovat...
Today
Senior Manager, AI Advisory and Open Source Program Office
$200K - $250K *
Unlock the potential of Open Source and AI governance by leading a multidisciplinary team to ensure compliance, drive best practices, and foster innovation across the enterprise, while collaborating w...
2 weeks ago
AI Principal Software Engineer (Remote)
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of AI engineering by architecting and building a robust enterprise AI platform. Drive innovation and ensure compliance while mentoring engineers and delivering im...
1 month ago
$90K - $100K *
Unlock potential by delivering innovative robotic solutions, ensuring seamless integration and operational success for customers. Collaborate, troubleshoot, and enhance system performance while provid...
3 weeks ago
Engineer - TrusSteel (Civil/Structural)
$70K - $95K *
Contribute to the design and optimization of cold-formed steel trusses, ensuring structural integrity and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance design accuracy and provide technical guidance t...
Reposted today
$150K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Applied AI Engineer, driving AI innovations across product lines. Leverage your expertise in machine learning to transform complex challenges into production-ready solu...
4 weeks ago
Agentic AI Architect-Anthropic-US East
$150K - $180K *
Transform enterprise AI solutions by architecting, developing, and deploying robust AI/ML systems, leveraging Python and cloud platforms. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver reliable, adv...
Reposted 6 days ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - VoIP Infrastructure
$176K - $308K *
Drive the design and implementation of VoIP infrastructure and AI-driven voice workloads. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, scalability, and integration of telephony platforms while men...
Reposted today
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - VoIP Infrastructure
$138K - $165K *
Partner with us to design and implement VoIP infrastructure and AI-driven voice workloads. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, scalability, and integration while mentoring colleagues and...
4 weeks ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - VoIP Infrastructure
$176K - $308K *
Champion the design and implementation of VoIP infrastructure, enhancing AI-driven voice workloads. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration and operational excellence while mentoring p...
4 weeks ago
AI Automation Architect - Manufacturing and MES processes- Remote
$150K - $180K *
Innovate AI-driven automation solutions for manufacturing processes, translating business needs into scalable, secure designs. Lead architecture, development, and compliance while mentoring teams and...
1 week ago
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.