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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Join a team that's transforming enterprise-level business systems by designing and modernizing Oracle applications. Leverage your expertise in PL/SQL and WebLogic to optimize performance and enhance u...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining innovation in software engineering for critical facilities. You'll design and deliver cutting-edge applications and data solutions, driving projects from concept to deplo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the C&Q Program for a major pharmaceutical project, overseeing commissioning and qualification activities across multiple facilities. Ensure compliance, efficiency, and timely execution while coo...

Carolina, PRRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming voice AI by solving customer challenges at scale. You'll measure, fix, and deploy solutions rapidly, enhancing models for diverse languages and improving user experienc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $145K *

Deliver seamless integration and Tier 3 support for secure mobile infrastructure. Collaborate with enterprise stakeholders to ensure compliance, performance, and customer satisfaction while managing c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $166K *

Lead innovative electrical engineering design projects across diverse sectors, ensuring quality systems and mentoring team members. Drive process improvements, collaborate with clients, and manage con...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Innovate data-driven strategies by leading Business Intelligence initiatives, enhancing data flow, and collaborating across teams to unlock growth opportunities and inform decision-making through acti...

Carmel, INRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$500K+*

Lead the charge in developing a next-gen AI/ML serving and inference platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable solutions that empower ML practitioners across diverse doma...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$180K - $220K *

Transform enterprise AI partnerships by leading strategic growth initiatives, enhancing relationships, and driving revenue across key Google organizations. Leverage your expertise in AI, cloud, and di...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the electric utility sector by driving AI solution adoption. Engage with clients through technical consulting and enablement, ensuring seamless integration and maximizing success in AI/ML pr...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$270K *

Shape a secure future for research technologies. Lead in defining security for multi-cloud environments that enable high-compute research, ensuring safety in CI/CD practices and automated systems for...

Berkeley, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$260K - $280K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a team focused on scalable multi-tenant platforms for MSPs and MSSPs. Collaborate across departments to enhance product capabilities and ensure operational succ...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of technology as a senior technical leader, driving complex initiatives and mentoring engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure cloud-native solut...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security frameworks and compliance. Lead GRC engagements, assess risks, and develop tailored strategies to help clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes...

Dallas, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform project outcomes by managing design and construction initiatives, ensuring effective communication, budget oversight, and timely delivery for successful healthcare capital projects...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$133K - $183K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to design and deliver innovative solutions that enhance customer interactions. Collaborate across functions to tackle challenges and drive impactful projects in a rapid...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and implement cloud-native data solutions, ensuring secure and reliable data exchange across platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance data accessibility and support advan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior IAM Engineer, driving innovative identity solutions and enhancing secure access across the organization. Collaborate with a dynamic team to shape IAM strategies and o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform complex customer implementations into seamless successes by owning the delivery lifecycle, driving technical discussions, and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction from kickoff to go-live. Your...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving AI integration within software development. Own a technical domain, architect solutions, and mentor teams to enhance productivity and quality through innovative AI tools an...

Charleston, SCRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$179K - $341K *

Lead the charge in architecting end-to-end solutions for AI infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, custome...

Dallas, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $115K *

Empower IT operations by building and managing internal systems, ensuring productivity and security. As the first hire, you'll shape the IT function, streamline processes, and support the team while c...

CanadaRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing security documentation and consulting on architecture. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities, perform penetration testing, and implement security improvemen...

Plano, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $230K *

Lead the charge in empowering a diverse engineering team to innovate and deliver scalable financial systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive product excellence and foster a culture of technica...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

Optimize competitive strategies and market insights as a key player in our International Business Development team. Analyze trends, synthesize intelligence, and empower decision-making to enhance our...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.