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 Backend Engineer, External
$199K - $235K *
Innovate backend solutions by designing, building, and maintaining scalable services for external pentesting. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experience and ensure system performance, reliabi...
3 weeks ago
$87K - $157K *
Unlock potential by designing and implementing robust data pipelines, ensuring data quality and accessibility for analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable data solutions...
Reposted today
Product Manager, AI Foundations
$260K - $365K *
Drive product strategy for ML platforms, enhancing model development and user understanding. Collaborate with engineering and product leaders to align investments and deliver measurable outcomes acros...
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Engineering Manager, Software Engineering (Java Backend)
$120K - $170K *
Join a team that's transforming digital services for Veterans by leading a skilled engineering group. You'll balance hands-on technical leadership with mentoring, driving the development of scalable J...
1 week ago
Senior/Staff Developer Experience Engineer
$199K - $270K *
Shape the future of software development by enhancing tooling, CI/CD, and operational workflows, ensuring teams can seamlessly transition code changes into production with improved speed, quality, and...
Reposted 1 week ago
Technical Product Owner, AI-Directed Development
$100K *
Take ownership of product health and growth by directing AI coding agents, ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful changes while maintaining document...
3 weeks ago
Sr AI/ML Data Engineer Remote or Office-Based in MN/DC
$120K - $214K *
Transform the future of healthcare analytics by developing AI-powered data solutions. Leverage your expertise in full-stack engineering to create intelligent applications that enhance patient safety a...
3 weeks ago
Sr. AI Technical Lead & Data Developer (REMOTE)
$125K - $150K *
Unlock innovative AI solutions and robust data engineering in a dual-focused role. Lead technical AI initiatives while developing data pipelines and optimizing SQL databases within a Microsoft Azure e...
1 week ago
Senior Engineering Manager, Cloud Infrastructure
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by leading a high-performing team that drives innovation and scalability. Collaborate across engineering, product, and operations to build a robust platform su...
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Open Talent Network: Staff DevOps and Systems Integration Engineer
$160K - $180K *
Transform the future of cloud infrastructure by leading DevOps initiatives, enhancing systems integration, and driving innovative solutions for federal clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimi...
Reposted 1 week ago
Enterprise Account Executive, Construction
$200K - $300K *
Champion growth in the construction sector by fostering relationships with key stakeholders, identifying opportunities, and driving innovative solutions that enhance project execution and operational...
2 weeks ago
Security Engineer, 2027 Graduate U.S.
$110K - $173K *
Join us to develop and maintain security tools, investigate risks, and enhance team operations. Collaborate with experienced engineers while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment, se...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $170K *
Join us to design and operate AI systems that enhance product capabilities and internal operations. Collaborate with a skilled team to drive architecture decisions and ensure production quality while...
2 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Behavior Planning
$135K - $160K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous driving by designing and implementing advanced behavior planning systems. Collaborate with experts to tackle complex challenges in dynamic environme...
3 weeks ago
Senior Business Analyst, AI Evaluation & Value Realization
$84K - $167K *
Drive impactful AI evaluations by leading business analysis initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure proposed solutions meet real needs and deliver measurable value, ultimately guiding...
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LOGIX Project Manager- Crane, IN (Mgr Project Management 1)- 30821
$74K - $100K *
Unlock potential by leading complex projects within the defense sector. Drive strategic initiatives, manage resources, and ensure compliance while fostering a high-performance team environment. Join u...
2 weeks ago
Enterprise Sales Engineer - Majors, Public Sector
$110K - $130K *
Support the growth of public sector partnerships by leading technical pre-sales, mentoring teams, and ensuring seamless customer experiences. Collaborate across departments to deliver tailored solutio...
Reposted 4 days ago
$183K - $229K *
Drive the evolution of AI architecture, enabling teams to build scalable AI solutions on a robust platform. Collaborate with product teams to translate roadmaps into actionable designs, ensuring high...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining automation in industrial testing. You'll develop robust test frameworks and simulators, ensuring seamless integration and coverage for critical protocols while collaborat...
2 weeks ago
Senior Consultant, Data Science & AI
$130K - $160K *
Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics and AI solutions, collaborating with clients to develop predictive models and generative AI systems that drive strategic business insights and enhance de...
2 weeks ago
Enterprise Sales Engineer - Majors, Consumer Business Services
$120K - $140K *
Unlock your potential by partnering with Sales to drive customer success, leading technical pre-sales processes, and mentoring peers while ensuring seamless transitions from sale to implementation acr...
3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer II - Agentic SDLC
$170K - $185K *
Champion innovative software solutions by leading complex projects, mentoring engineers, and driving technical excellence across teams. Collaborate on strategic initiatives to enhance reliability and...
3 weeks ago
Director, Customer Engineering
$231K - $317K *
Shape the future of customer solutions by leading a dynamic team of engineers to tackle complex operational challenges, ensuring high-quality deliverables and measurable value for strategic clients in...
3 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Champion a team dedicated to Trust & Safety, enhancing platform security by preventing fraud and abuse. Lead engineering efforts to build detection systems and tools, ensuring customer protection whil...
1 week ago
Senior Technical Project Manager (Enterprise Modernization & AI Delivery
$130K - $155K *
Lead cross-functional teams to drive enterprise modernization through AI solutions. Oversee complex implementations, ensuring alignment across technical and business stakeholders while delivering meas...
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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.