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.
Senior Staff, AI Architect - REMOTE
$103K - $129K *
Transform AI architecture by leading the design of secure, scalable infrastructure across multi-cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to operationalize advanced AI capabilities a...
2 weeks ago
Member of Technical Staff, AI Researcher (New Stealth Startup)
$250K - $400K *
Shape the future of AI by designing evaluation frameworks and feedback systems that enhance model performance. Collaborate across teams to translate research into scalable solutions, driving impactful...
3 weeks ago
Lead AI/ML Engineer (Data Science) - Remote
$145K - $249K *
Join a high-impact AI leadership team to drive strategic ML initiatives, mentor engineers, and ensure the delivery of ethical, production-grade AI solutions that align with enterprise policies and bus...
Reposted today
$161K - $201K *
Pioneer the architecture of a cutting-edge AI Platform, enabling software engineers to build scalable AI solutions. Collaborate with product teams to translate roadmaps into robust designs, ensuring a...
1 week ago
Senior Software Engineer, AI Developer Experience
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in building AI-powered engineering systems that enhance developer workflows, ensuring reliability and ease of adoption for engineers. Collaborate with teams to create innovative soluti...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's pivotal in enhancing national cybersecurity by managing requirements for cloud-based threat intelligence platforms, ensuring rapid deployment and operational efficiency in cyber inc...
Today
Senior Machine Learning Engineer, AI Safety Evaluations
$184K - $356K *
Engage in AI Safety and Responsibility by developing benchmarks and evaluation methodologies for multimodal models. Collaborate with researchers to enhance training methods and ensure reproducible res...
1 week ago
Staff Software Engineer - Robotics (Simulation)
$160K - $290K *
Drive the future of robotics simulation by building and owning a robust environment for validation, integrating advanced sensor models, and collaborating across teams to enhance AI capabilities and di...
Reposted 5 days ago
AI Product Manager - Media Experience Required (NYC or Toronto)
$120K - $145K *
Elevate client engagement by owning end-to-end product management, transforming ambiguous challenges into actionable roadmaps, and leading innovative AI-driven solutions across diverse projects and te...
4 weeks ago
Senior Engineer, Cyber Engineering
$160K - $175K *
Empower your career by designing and automating scalable security infrastructure across diverse platforms. Join a team that enhances cybersecurity maturity through innovative engineering practices and...
Yesterday
Security Architect, AI Infrastructure
$150K - $180K *
Drive the security of cutting-edge AI infrastructure, owning the entire security program from design to execution. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust defenses against evolving threats while arc...
3 weeks ago
AI Platform Operations Engineer
$143K - $273K *
Transform service reliability by leading incident management, lifecycle planning, and vendor coordination. Drive continuous improvement to ensure operational excellence and customer satisfaction from...
Today
Staff+ Software Engineer, Memory & Search
$405K - $485K *
Join us to design and build innovative memory and search experiences that enhance user interaction across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful products that prioritiz...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in optimizing complex distributed systems for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with top Aerospace & Defense engineers to enhance software performance and reliability, ensurin...
2 days ago
Staff Forward Deployed Engineer - Applied AI (Remote)
$125K - $150K *
Innovate with us to transform manual workflows into efficient AI-driven solutions. As a Staff Forward Deployed Engineer, you'll collaborate closely with teams to streamline processes, enhancing produc...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's transforming finance data management by building robust data models and pipelines. You'll ensure data accuracy and empower analysts with trusted resources, driving insights and effi...
Yesterday
Data Forward Deployed Engineer - Applied Data & ML Engineering
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in transforming fragmented enterprise data into trusted products and production ML models. Collaborate with clients to design scalable data solutions and apply machine learning, ensuri...
Yesterday
$140K - $160K *
Architect the future of intelligent K-12 assessment systems by designing a robust knowledge architecture that integrates AI, learning science, and psychometrics. Innovate and build foundational struct...
Reposted yesterday
$90K - $110K *
Transform structural engineering solutions by designing and analyzing systems for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency in...
3 weeks ago
Lead Systems Engineer - Design
$120K - $144K *
Lead the charge in designing innovative building automation systems for hyperscale data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage complex projects, and drive efficiency through advanced engineer...
4 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Unlock your potential as a Principal Software Developer, driving the design and deployment of cutting-edge AI platforms. Collaborate across the full stack to create intelligent applications that enhan...
1 month ago
Enterprise Sales Engineer - Majors
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by partnering with Sales to drive customer success, leading technical pre-sales processes, and mentoring peers while ensuring seamless transitions from sale to implementation acros...
3 weeks ago
$124K - $155K *
Engineer complex HVAC systems for large-scale projects, guiding teams and ensuring quality while driving design and technical excellence. Collaborate with clients and oversee project delivery from con...
Reposted 6 days ago
Principal Creative Intelligence Analyst
$110K - $120K *
Transform creative performance analysis by owning insights and recommendations for high-stakes accounts. Collaborate across teams to enhance workflows and drive impactful results in a fully remote env...
1 week ago
API/Integration Engineer (Journeyman)
$95K - $115K *
Innovate and enhance data interoperability by designing, building, and maintaining secure APIs and integration services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless data exchange and su...
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.