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.
Application Integration Engineer 1
$89K - $107K *
Drive innovation in application integration by designing and supporting secure data flows across enterprise systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and ensure data integrity while lever...
1 week ago
Core AE Northeast [FY27][Pipeline]
$222K - $278K *
Lead the charge in transforming enterprise operations by consolidating technologies, digitizing workflows, and delivering impactful data insights to strategic customers, driving efficiency and sustain...
2 weeks ago
SR Lead Forward deployment Engineer ( Full stack Background )- Remote
$140K - $180K *
Lead the charge in designing enterprise-scale AI solutions that drive transformative strategies. Collaborate with clients and executives to establish robust AI architectures, governance, and responsib...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - Edge AI
$178K - $319K *
Champion innovative AI solutions by leveraging petabyte-scale data to enhance customer operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize ML models and drive impactful product initiatives...
1 week ago
Staff Machine Learning Engineer - Edge AI
$170K - $234K *
Drive impactful AI solutions by leading the design and implementation of advanced machine learning initiatives, optimizing performance on edge devices, and collaborating across teams to enhance custom...
1 week ago
Configuration Management (CfM) Analyst
$96K - $148K *
Unlock potential by managing configuration data integrity and processes. Collaborate with teams to design workflows in ServiceNow, ensuring accurate configuration management while driving continuous i...
3 weeks ago
Core AE Northeast [FY27][Pipeline]
$222K - $278K *
Drive transformative change by engaging enterprise clients to modernize operations, enhance efficiency, and leverage data insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate complex sales cycles and b...
2 weeks ago
$78K - $95K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of ICT design for commercial buildings. Collaborate with senior engineers to produce low voltage system designs, manage project deliverables, and enhance your ski...
1 week ago
Sr. Software Engineer - Customer Facing Applied AI
$188K - $235K *
Develop AI-powered systems from concept to production, collaborating with clients to identify needs, prototype solutions, and ensure quality. Engage closely with users to iterate and enhance product f...
4 weeks ago
Principal Machine Learning Engineer, Vision AI
$230K - $368K *
Innovate and architect the Vision AI platform, driving technical direction and building robust ML systems. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful video analytics solutions for restaurant operat...
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Principal Systems Engineer - AV Sensor Design
$238K - $365K *
Join a team that's redefining lidar technology for autonomy products. Lead the technical strategy, collaborate with experts, and drive innovations from concept to production, ensuring performance and...
4 weeks ago
Engineering Manager, Enterprise Data Warehouse & Analytics
$220K - $260K *
Transform data integrity by leading a hands-on team to build and manage a unified data warehouse, ensuring reliable metrics and operational excellence across multiple business domains...
4 days ago
Research Engineer / Scientist - Reinforcement Learning
$150K - $350K *
Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge reinforcement learning algorithms and frameworks. Collaborate on scaling research and training systems, focusing on your strengths to enhance AI capabilitie...
4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of defense programs by managing technology initiatives, supporting federal acquisitions, and driving business development efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate complex...
1 week ago
$75K - $90K *
Elevate your career by ensuring top-notch quality in technical deliverables. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity documentation and support critical DoD programs while maintaining hi...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, ML Infrastructure- Online
$210K - $273K *
Drive the evolution of a robust online ML inference platform, enhancing model deployment, performance, and safety in high-traffic environments by collaborating with cross-functional teams and spearhea...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Innovate with us as you lead technology solutions, driving product management and AI integration. Collaborate across teams to enhance software quality and streamline delivery processes, ensuring impac...
2 days ago
$89K - $155K *
Lead the design and implementation of a UiPath automation program, establishing governance and operational standards while collaborating with a diverse team to build a Center of Excellence from the gr...
3 weeks ago
$160K - $220K *
Elevate your career by leading the design and deployment of innovative AI solutions. Collaborate with strategic customers to tackle complex data challenges, leveraging graph databases and LLMs to deli...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Partner with us to streamline operations by transforming manual tasks into efficient automation solutions. Leverage your expertise in Ansible, Terraform, and CI/CD to enhance productivity across diver...
Reposted 1 week ago
Staff Applied AI Engineer - Pre-Sales
$190K - $330K *
Transform your career by partnering with sales to architect AI solutions that drive business impact. Lead technical discovery, develop tailored demos, and ensure seamless transitions to implementation...
3 days ago
$180K - $210K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI integration, designing secure enterprise architectures that enhance healthcare services for Veterans. Lead initiatives across cloud and on-premise platforms...
2 weeks ago
Senior Red Team Engineer - Frontier AI Security (Remote US)
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in advanced security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and enhancing security posture through hands-on penetration testing and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Mentor...
Reposted yesterday
Senior DevOps Engineer - AI-Native Automation Platforms
$130K - $155K *
Advance your career by designing and optimizing AI-driven CI/CD pipelines, integrating automation tools, and mentoring engineers in a dynamic DevOps environment focused on RPA/BPM platforms and intell...
3 days ago
$90K - $137K *
Lead the charge in cloud migration by managing infrastructure engineering tasks, executing migrations to Azure and AWS, and ensuring operational readiness for applications and services in a dynamic, r...
2 weeks 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.