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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$266K - $442K *

Elevate the quality of live experiences by leading testing strategies across platforms. Define and implement robust test plans, ensuring seamless functionality for millions of users during live events...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$250K - $300K *

Lead the charge in expanding enterprise accounts by driving revenue growth, establishing executive relationships, and delivering tailored solutions that meet evolving customer needs in the rapidly gro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $240K *

Transform your career by leading technical solutions from discovery to delivery. Collaborate with clients to design innovative architectures, manage teams, and drive AI integration, ensuring successfu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights. Drive comprehensive analytics projects from scoping to delivery, while enhancing your skills in a dynamic remote environment...

Denver, CORemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a full stack engineer, collaborating in an agile team to develop innovative applications and features, while leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance product offerin...

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3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Optimize the ML platform by enhancing feature stores and deployment tools, enabling data scientists to train and deploy models independently. Drive efficiency and scalability while ensuring robust mon...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $185K *

Transform the technology landscape by leading cross-functional teams to enhance Medicaid Enterprise Systems, driving system architecture improvements and mentoring engineers towards high-quality, secu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $123K *

Empower users by designing intuitive experiences that simplify complex data and workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accessible, user-centered designs that align with establis...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading structural and finite element analyses of turbomachinery components. Collaborate with engineers to develop methodologies, support design evaluations, and enhance analyti...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $216K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI risk management governance, enhancing frameworks and assessments across business lines. Collaborate with diverse functions to ensure compliance and effective deploymen...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $118K *

Accelerate your career by driving technical solutions and proposals for engineered equipment. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to ensure customer satisfaction and secure new business oppor...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$151K - $178K *

Shape the future of compliance and trust in software security. Lead external examinations, manage customer diligence, and oversee third-party risk operations while mentoring a growing team dedicated t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career forward by joining a dynamic team focused on defining AI and data requirements for mission-critical initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate operational needs into act...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$63K - $129K *

Contribute to system quality by executing test cases, analyzing requirements, and validating functionality to ensure compliance and stability in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with teams to enh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us revolutionize healthcare operations by leveraging AI and automation to enhance member experiences and optimize efficiency for payer organizations. Engage with stakeholders to drive transformat...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $113K *

Champion the advancement of nuclear electrical systems by designing and optimizing power distribution solutions. Collaborate with engineers to enhance plant operations and ensure safety while gaining...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving innovative paid media strategies and leveraging AI to optimize performance across multiple platforms. You'll lead campaign execution, budget management, and testing to enhan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$68K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing robust data pipelines and enhancing data quality. Collaborate across departments to troubleshoot issues and ensure data integrity while gaining valuable expe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $429K *

Inspire innovation as you lead a high-performing team to enhance large-scale platforms, driving automation and operational excellence while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement across th...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$199K - $210K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to design and develop scalable AI solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to transform complex challenges into impactful products, driving innovation and e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$168K - $177K *

Join us to build scalable AI-powered solutions that transform grocery technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful products while navigating complex challenges in a dynamic...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$93K - $154K *

Transform claims analysis by leveraging deep operational insights to identify patterns and anomalies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced data mining capabilities that enhance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$121K - $240K *

Engage finance teams by developing AI-driven tools that enhance analysis, streamline close activities, and improve data accessibility. Collaborate with stakeholders to create impactful solutions that...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise data architecture by designing secure, scalable solutions for employee data using Databricks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement governance, compli...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Join our innovative team to drive AI advancements in drug discovery, evaluating agent performance across the development pipeline. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to optimize data-driven dec...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.