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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$240K - $330K *

Shape the future of autonomous driving by leading a team to develop and deploy advanced ML models that enhance vehicle navigation and safety in complex traffic scenarios, while collaborating with cros...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $260K *

Shape the future of AI-driven software development by leading cross-team initiatives, setting engineering standards, and driving quality in delivery. Collaborate closely with diverse teams to enhance...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering advanced AI-powered solutions using Python. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and drive innovation in Generative AI across diverse proj...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $182K *

Create impactful AI learning experiences by developing courses, labs, and assessments. Collaborate with experts to ensure technical accuracy and instructional quality, enabling learners to apply AI sk...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in architecting and implementing high-performance distributed systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to solve complex challenges, ensuring operational resilience and driving innov...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $356K *

Grow your career with us as you architect and scale innovative AI safety solutions, collaborating across teams to develop automated systems that enhance security and align advanced AI technologies wit...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $265K *

Drive the development of seamless integrations for security platforms, leading a team to deliver high-quality, reliable products that enhance customer security stacks and ensure compatibility with evo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $500K+*

Optimize evaluation methodologies and benchmarks for model performance, ensuring accuracy and reliability. Collaborate across teams to enhance data quality and drive informed decision-making in AI dev...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by leading the development of a high-performance Speech Platform. Leverage your audio expertise to mentor engineers, collaborate with scientists, and drive i...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$189K - $280K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous driving by developing scalable ML software solutions. Collaborate with engineers to enhance training and evaluation processes, ensuring reliable, pr...

Washington, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $214K *

Innovate AI-driven solutions by building agentic experiences on an enterprise platform, enhancing workflows with responsible AI practices and frameworks, while managing end-to-end tool integration and...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and enhancement of corporate security infrastructure, improving automation and maintaining strong security posture in a cloud environment. Collaborate with teams to implement controls...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $265K *

Accelerate progress at a mission-critical team, leading Data Streaming to enhance data ingestion pipelines. Build a skilled team, ensure pipeline reliability, and collaborate cross-functionally to sup...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $275K *

Lead and optimize cloud infrastructure for simulation frameworks, driving team performance and technical strategy. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance validation processes and ensure robust soft...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions by deploying and scaling advanced workflows. Collaborate with clients to transform business challenges into reliable, AI-driven applications, leveraging cutting-edge tec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$252K - $300K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical strategy for Data Labs, guiding engineering teams to innovate AI training solutions, and shaping the future of model evaluation and deployment in a rapidly ev...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you develop innovative Cloud-Native architectures for the Royal Canadian Navy, enhancing operational readiness through collaborative systems design and deployment in a dynamic...

Ottawa, ONRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $240K *

Champion AI strategy and governance by leading advisory consulting services, guiding clients from interest to practical adoption. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver integrated solutions and e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving Agile delivery for AI development, coordinating testing and backlog management. Play a key role in facilitating sprint planning, ensuring quality outcomes, and translating u...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$466K - $500K+*

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by designing and building scalable platforms for large-scale machine learning model training, enhancing performance, and creating user-friendly experiences...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$180K - $240K *

The Technical Strategy & Execution Lead will oversee the execution of client, research, and product initiatives, transforming abstract ideas into actionable roadmaps. This role requires leading high-s...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $189K *

Engage with startups and AI platforms to drive growth, manage portfolios, and create opportunities. Collaborate across teams to support customer needs and scale solutions on NVIDIA platforms in a fast...

Santa Clara, CARemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$206K - $242K *

Shape the future of cloud security by leading GCP attack capabilities. Drive research, design, and implementation of offensive strategies while collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance enterprise...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $249K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable AI/ML solutions, driving innovation in backend systems and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance clinical applications and deliv...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.