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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$200K - $250K *

Drive client growth by leveraging industry insights and technical expertise to craft customized solutions that meet the diverse needs of Fortune 500 companies while collaborating across teams to enhan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Joint Exercise Planner, enhancing training realism through integrated Live-Virtual-Constructive methods. Collaborate with military forces to synchronize capabilities across...

Hawaii, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $170K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality for an AI-enabled decision-support system. Own the test strategy, automate coverage, and verify specifications while collaborating closely with product and engineer...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead and develop a team of Product Managers to drive AI-powered product strategy, governance, and investment decisions. Shape the organization's AI capabilities while ensuring responsible AI practices...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion a dynamic team of Product Managers to drive AI-powered product strategy, governance, and investment decisions. Elevate organizational AI capabilities while ensuring responsible practices and...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping AI-powered product strategy and governance. Develop and mentor a team of Product Managers while owning P&L and driving innovation across a diverse portfolio. Elevate organiz...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Engineer robust AI systems that drive product innovation and client satisfaction through high-performance deployment of deep learning models in a fast-paced environment with a global impact...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$145K - $222K *

Champion innovative control systems engineering by collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to design and implement advanced PLC and SIS solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and safety acros...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading product marketing for AI governance solutions. Drive impactful narratives, engage with analysts, and create high-quality content to enhance visibility and credibility in...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to build and automate security controls across our infrastructure. You'll manage host hardening, vulnerability assessments, and compliance, leveraging AI tools to enhance security...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $101K *

Champion the reliability of automated systems by providing expert technical support, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure operational excellence and seamless...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate software quality by leveraging AI-driven test automation solutions. In this role, you'll design scalable frameworks, integrate Generative AI, and collaborate with teams to enhance testing effi...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead AI product strategy and execution while empowering a small team to innovate. Collaborate across functions to enhance integration and operational efficiency, ensuring timely delivery of customer-f...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of digital workplace solutions by leading Microsoft-based AI and automation strategies. Oversee governance, implementation, and adoption of innovative technologies while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$74K - $87K *

Lead the charge in multiple Unanet AIM implementations, guiding clients through data management and operational transitions to achieve successful outcomes while ensuring effective training and support...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by transforming go-to-market operations with AI. Drive impactful solutions in Marketing and Military Exercises, enhancing workflows and enabling teams to leverage AI for improve...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$229K - $260K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing a robust OTA update system, ensuring seamless deployment across diverse environments while mentoring engineers and driving technical excellence in distrib...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $235K *

Join a team that's building cutting-edge platforms for autonomous defense systems. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll tackle complex distributed systems challenges, ensuring robust execution and obs...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $198K *

Elevate the future of digital architecture by defining modernization strategies, establishing standards, and integrating AI capabilities across customer-facing applications while leading a collaborati...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$205K - $278K *

Elevate security measures for AI systems by designing and implementing robust controls. Collaborate across teams to safeguard infrastructure and data, addressing emerging risks while enabling safe AI...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$214K - $289K *

Champion security innovation by designing and implementing robust controls for AI systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance security posture, tackle emerging risks, and ensure safe AI adoption whil...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$99K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing advanced Building Automation Systems for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with engineers and vendors to ensure optimal system integration and perfo...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $230K *

Empower the Firewall team by defining security standards and remediation strategies. Collaborate with Product and Engineering to translate blue team insights into actionable requirements, ensuring eff...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $100K *

Drive your career forward by joining a dynamic DevSecOps team focused on enhancing CI-CD, Runtime, and AI platforms. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize processes and support a scalable Saa...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$184K - $287K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing compiler technologies through AI and machine learning, focusing on optimizing performance and efficiency in production pipelines across diverse developer tools and w...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.