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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$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

$150K - $200K *

Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team, driving real-time financial infrastructure projects while fostering individual growth and establishing engineering standards for scalable practices...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform agency operations by owning customer outcomes and building innovative solutions. Leverage deep technical expertise and operational leadership to drive impactful change and ensure successful...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $145K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Business Analyst, driving requirements gathering and Agile processes to enhance custom applications for DHS. Collaborate with teams to streamline operations a...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion identity lifecycle management by automating access processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing security posture. Collaborate with teams to identify anomalies and streamline auditing while m...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing Proof of Value engagements, demonstrating the Tanium platform's capabilities while collaborating with account teams to align with customer objectives and drive successful...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge LLM-based recommender systems. Collaborate with top scientists to transform vast datasets into actionable insights, driving innovation from data processing to...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $105K *

Develop and implement strategies to manage financial and compliance risks in a dynamic payments environment. Analyze transaction patterns to identify risks and collaborate with teams to enhance fraud...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Accelerate revenue growth by engaging Managed Service Providers, leading the full sales cycle, and building strong partnerships to drive NodeZero adoption and deliver compelling business solutions in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise AI by recruiting top talent in Applied Science, Machine Learning, and Data Science. Shape hiring strategies and build impactful teams that drive innovation at...

South Carolina, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and evolving distributed systems that enhance research and trading workflows, ensuring reliability and scalability across cloud and on-premises environments while collabor...

Berkeley, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Build robust data platform capabilities to enhance enterprise data usability across applications, analytics, and AI. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and performance in data processing and...

San Jose, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join us to shape enterprise architecture that aligns technology with business goals. Lead integration across ERP, CRM, and eCommerce systems while guiding technical teams to deliver sustainable value...

Oregon, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$115K - $145K *

Optimize software development by owning complex features, leveraging AI tools, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that meet business needs and te...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $287K *

Elevate your career by mentoring partners on deploying cutting-edge AI workflows. Collaborate with teams to tackle customer needs, deliver impactful training, and drive innovative solutions that trans...

California, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $193K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of security and technology by leading integration product management for enterprise security capabilities across multiple business units, ensuring streamlined a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering advanced application support and development for the ServiceNow platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance functionality, resolve complex issues, and en...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Transform integration capabilities by developing APIs and systems while fostering collaboration among stakeholders, engineers, and non-technical teams to support mission success through innovative tec...

Mclean, VARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Tackle complex optimization challenges by developing scalable decision systems in supply chain operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytical models, ensuring alignment with...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $199K *

Optimize innovative software solutions for Life Sciences, focusing on clinical data or AI-assisted delivery. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment to shape early products, ensuring efficiency and co...

Brookfield, WIRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance Epic HB Claims applications, driving innovative solutions and optimizing workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and provide expert...

San Antonio, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading autonomous teams to deliver high-quality software solutions for U.S. defense operators, integrating AI fluency into development practices while fostering a cult...

Itasca, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape engineering projects by managing installations and coordinating across teams to ensure successful delivery, compliance, and quality execution in support of mission requirements and facility infr...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $129K *

Unlock the potential of IT security across the Americas, managing systems and protocols to enhance regional safety. Your expertise will drive compliance and strategic initiatives, fostering a robust s...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock customer success by leveraging technical expertise and data analysis to optimize platform usage, enhance business processes, and drive measurable outcomes in a collaborative environment...

United StatesRemote

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  •   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.