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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$9K - $185K *

Lead the optimization of large-scale SQL Server databases, enhancing performance and efficiency. Drive data mining capabilities by resolving bottlenecks and implementing innovative solutions that dire...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise security by architecting AI-driven solutions that integrate real-time data processing and cybersecurity. Collaborate with teams to develop scalable analytics and threat detection...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative cyber risk management engagements, leading assessments and advising clients on achieving robust cybersecurity postures across their organizations...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $102K *

Drive your career with a hands-on role coordinating customer security and AI assessments. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes, enhance communication, and ensure timely responses, enabling...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Transform data engineering by designing and building scalable reporting pipelines. Collaborate across teams to enhance data accessibility and performance, ensuring reliable data ingestion and processi...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $269K *

Drive innovation by designing and implementing advanced AI solutions that enhance decision automation and fraud investigation across a robust platform, ensuring scalability and reliability in high-sta...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize integration solutions by developing APIs and microservices, ensuring seamless connectivity across systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into functional designs whil...

Mclean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize your career by leading the design and implementation of secure cloud infrastructure for federal spectrum management systems, ensuring reliability and compliance while mentoring junior enginee...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $150K *

Shape the future of communication technology by providing expert technical support and training to diverse clients. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions while m...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by partnering with data science to build and maintain robust ML pipelines. Drive automation and observability in production systems, ensuring reliable match data at scale while coll...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$180K - $225K *

Shape the future of injury claims by building AI-native products that enhance decision-making and efficiency. Collaborate with a senior team to deliver impactful solutions from prototypes to productio...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $181K *

Lead the design and development of scalable ML platforms, driving architectural decisions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise-wide machine learning capabilities and ens...

Illinois, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $123K *

Unlock potential by transforming design priorities into actionable AI solutions, enhancing workflows and tools for MEP engineering teams. Collaborate closely with design leaders to drive efficiency an...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions by developing enterprise-grade applications using Python, LangGraph, and LangChain. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance intelligent workflows and drive impactful...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping AI policy and research by building strategic partnerships, coordinating client engagements, and translating complex conversations into actionable insights for impactful deci...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's developing cutting-edge AI solutions to enhance enterprise workflows and automation. Collaborate with top engineers to drive innovation and create impactful AI applications across v...

Ottawa, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Manage the development of AI agents and orchestration capabilities using Python, LangGraph, and LangChain. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance enterprise AI platforms, driving innovation and...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion the development of advanced AI solutions using Python, LangGraph, and LangChain. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance enterprise platforms, drive innovation, and optimize intelligent wo...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare through innovative AI solutions. Leverage your expertise in Python, LangGraph, and LangChain to develop intelligent workflows and enhance enterprise AI platf...

Montreal, QCRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and enhance AI solutions using Python, LangGraph, and LangChain. Drive innovation in enterprise AI platforms, focusing on intelligent workflows and conversational experi...

Calgary, ABRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation by developing AI solutions using Python, LangGraph, and LangChain. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance enterprise AI platforms, enabling intelligent workflows and automation ac...

Edmonton, ABRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $231K *

Lead the charge in architecting a robust data infrastructure that powers AI and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex business challenges into scalable data solutions...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $231K *

Accelerate your career by architecting data solutions that drive AI and analytics at scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex business challenges into impactful data product...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$229K - $330K *

Join us to redefine revenue operations by leading a dynamic team that transforms GTM strategies into actionable insights, ensuring scalable success across diverse market segments and driving AI-enhanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $175K *

Transform your career by leading quality assurance for a large-scale cloud migration. Drive strategic test planning, automation, and team mentorship while ensuring high-quality standards and stakehold...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.