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.
$180K - $215K *
Lead the design and development of AI-driven acquisition systems, creating automated workflows and optimizing audience targeting to enhance customer engagement and retention in a data-rich environment...
Reposted 1 week ago
Manager Software Engineering - AI Platform
$113K - $254K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic software engineering team to deliver innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to align technical and business priorities, ensuring timely p...
2 days ago
Forward Deployed Engineer, AI & Automation
$110K - $130K *
Contribute to building AI-powered tools and automated workflows, enhancing platform efficiency through hands-on software engineering and integration of AI models, while collaborating with cross-functi...
2 days ago
Team Lead- AI Enablement (Research)
$100K - $125K *
Champion innovation by integrating AI tools into workflows, enhancing research and consulting capabilities. Collaborate across teams to develop AI products, drive adoption, and foster a culture of con...
3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, ML Platform
$135K - $160K *
Innovate data mining and semantic search solutions for ML applications, enhancing autonomous vehicle development through cutting-edge infrastructure and AI-assisted engineering. Collaborate across tea...
Yesterday
Senior Staff Inbound Product Manager - AI Search
$190K - $334K *
Lead the charge in product management for advanced enterprise search AI, shaping user experiences that are intuitive and personalized. Drive innovation, manage a growing team, and ensure strategic ali...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director of Engineering, Threat Research
$272K - $320K *
Elevate your career by leading engineering teams in cybersecurity, driving innovation in threat research and rapid response. Shape strategies, foster collaboration, and ensure organizational health wh...
1 week ago
$107K - $195K *
Optimize integration solutions for advanced analytics platforms, ensuring secure and efficient data interoperability across cloud and on-premises environments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams...
Reposted today
Staff Software Engineer - AI Engineering
$150K - $180K *
Innovate the future of AI-driven billing solutions by leading the design and implementation of advanced AI agents, enhancing revenue-cycle processes with cutting-edge technology and strategic influenc...
1 week ago
Product Manager - AI /Agentic Systems
$120K - $145K *
Champion innovative AI products by leading strategy, development, and client engagement. Collaborate with engineering teams to translate complex AI capabilities into valuable solutions, driving produc...
3 days ago
Roboticist (Embodied AI, Machine Learning, Computer Vision)
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of robotics by delivering innovative AI solutions. Collaborate with clients to design and implement advanced perception systems, ensuring successful project execution across diverse e...
3 days ago
Lead AI Data Center Infrastructure Engineer (Thermal)
$95K - $199K *
Drive innovation in thermal management for AI data centers by designing efficient mechanical systems. Collaborate with industry leaders to enhance cooling technologies and ensure sustainability while...
1 week ago
Senior Agentic AI Engineer/Developer
$87K - $161K *
Launch your career by designing and implementing AI-driven security solutions that enhance automation and reduce repetitive tasks. Collaborate across teams to build robust, secure applications and str...
Reposted yesterday
Field Execution Partner, AI Field Engineering
$135K - $160K *
Engage with AFE leadership to drive change management and design enablement programs. Leverage AI fluency to enhance workflows and optimize onboarding for new AFEs, ensuring consistent ramp productivi...
1 week ago
Sr. Software Engineer - Robot Applications & Voice AI
$107K - $172K *
Drive advanced software solutions for intelligent humanoid robots, integrating Voice AI and multi-modal interactions. Collaborate with experts to transform human intent into actionable robotic behavio...
Reposted 1 week ago
Solutions Engineer - Agents & Automation
$150K - $200K *
Unlock potential by driving enterprise agent solutions with Microsoft technologies. Collaborate on agent governance, lifecycle management, and secure operations, while translating designs into product...
Reposted 3 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in architecting and automating secure CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure, ensuring compliance and resilience while delivering high-quality software through expert DevSecOps pract...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Innovate at the intersection of healthcare and technology. In this role, engineer ML pipelines, enhance data reliability, and ensure production stability for healthcare information systems, impacting...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Senior Business Intelligence Analyst - AI & Automation
$85K - $95K *
Champion data-driven insights by modernizing analytics through AI automation. Leverage SQL and BI tools to transform complex data into actionable reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy for leadership...
1 week ago
Senior Business Intelligence Analyst - AI & Automation
$85K - $95K *
Empower your career as a Senior Business Intelligence Analyst, modernizing data extraction and automation. Collaborate across teams to deliver actionable insights using AI and BI tools, ensuring clari...
1 week ago
Software Engineer III - Guidewire (ClaimCenter)
$64K - $147K *
Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and support innovative applications and systems. Leverage your coding expertise in various languages to enhance software solutions while ensuring adherence to i...
Reposted 1 week ago
Functional Lead, AI & Agentforce Delivery
$120K - $145K *
Empower clients by managing AI and Agentforce implementation projects, ensuring strategic planning and execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions while fostering strong c...
Reposted 1 week ago
Functional Lead, AI & Agentforce Delivery
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative AI and Agentforce solutions, managing implementation projects with a focus on customer success. Collaborate with teams to ensure strategic planning and executi...
3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer (CCC Auto / Agentic)
$180K - $225K *
Transform the claims process by building robust event-driven systems. As a key player, you'll design, implement, and maintain backend services, ensuring reliability and efficiency while mentoring fell...
1 week ago
Hardware Deployment Project Manager
$100K - $120K *
Champion hardware readiness for customer deployments, ensuring timely delivery and accurate documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage escalations, RMAs, and configuration contro...
3 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.