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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$130K - $200K *

Transform your career by designing and deploying AI agents that enhance business workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive measurable outcomes through innovative solutions and mentorship in a...

New York, NYRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $220K *

Engage with clients to transform business challenges into AI solutions. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team to develop prototypes and integrate AI applications using AWS services, ensuring quality...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $265K *

Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers in EDR remediation, transforming insights into actionable product capabilities while managing scope and fostering collaboration across engineering t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $280K *

Shape the future of AI/LLM security by leading innovative offensive strategies, defining technical vision, and driving cross-company initiatives to enhance NodeZero's capabilities in identifying and e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $151K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on AI tool administration and governance. Collaborate across departments to enhance system connectivity and process automation while ensuring data privacy...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and evaluate AI-generated chatbot responses to enhance accuracy and relevance. Collaborate with stakeholders to document requirements and deliver structured assessments that drive improvements...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Transform the evaluation of AI systems by analyzing chatbot responses, documenting requirements, and delivering structured assessments to enhance accuracy and effectiveness in business processes...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $225K *

Transform the future of auto claims by designing AI agents that enhance decision-making and streamline processes. Join a dynamic team to build innovative solutions that improve efficiency and accuracy...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $145K *

Transform enterprise data platforms by designing and implementing scalable AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance, reliability, and operational excelle...

Texas, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $135K *

Drive your career forward by leading systems engineering for a cloud-based enterprise system. Engage in architecture development, integration, and modernization efforts while ensuring security and ope...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform software development by leveraging AI technologies to enhance existing automotive products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions, improve efficiency, and m...

CanadaRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI engineering by leading a dynamic group of engineers and Technical Leads. Drive workforce strategy, enhance team capabilities, and ensure sustainable deliver...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $220K *

Shape the future of large-scale GPU cluster architectures by optimizing designs within power constraints while ensuring peak performance across all components and services. Collaborate with cross-func...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Optimize large-scale GPU cluster architectures within power constraints, ensuring maximum density and performance. Collaborate across teams to design, validate, and document innovative solutions for h...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower enterprises by leading the end-to-end delivery of AI deployments, engaging clients to drive program success, foster adoption, and navigate complex workflows while managing cross-functional tea...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's pioneering the deployment of scalable AI systems, focusing on building robust APIs, optimizing infrastructure, and ensuring reliable operations in a dynamic environment. Drive innov...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions by leading model architecture and data analysis. Collaborate with engineers and domain experts to transform large datasets into impactful applications, shaping the futu...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $280K *

Shape the future of internal attack engineering by leading a skilled team to innovate and maintain cutting-edge offensive security capabilities, ensuring safe, autonomous attacks across enterprise net...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in transforming internal processes by building AI-driven solutions that enhance efficiency and streamline workflows across functions, ensuring measurable improvements and robust platfo...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive your career with the design of AI-native architectures, shaping end-to-end solutions across industries. Elevate your expertise by defining evaluations and constraints, while navigating complex r...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role leading AI Native pods, managing cross-functional teams through education and client engagements, while championing AI SDLC practices and ensuring delivery excelle...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of AI integration by creating clear, comprehensive documentation that supports workflows and operations. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure effective implementation and us...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $215K *

Engage with innovative AI/ML teams to drive customer success in leveraging AI. You'll cultivate client relationships, manage adoption, and ensure measurable impacts through tailored solutions and stra...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $147K *

Drive successful project delivery by implementing cutting-edge AI/ML solutions on Google Cloud. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategies, conduct client discovery, and provide tec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $215K *

The Strategic Customer Success Manager at Cresta will play a crucial role in ensuring customer success and driving business growth by fostering strategic relationships and acting as a trusted advisor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.