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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$125K - $140K *

Shape the future of cloud technology by designing and implementing robust Azure and AWS platforms. Collaborate on large-scale migrations, automate deployments, and enhance infrastructure as code pract...

Alberta, CARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$143K - $205K *

Lead the charge in implementing Zscaler solutions, guiding clients through setup and management while collaborating with security teams to ensure success. Be a crucial technical resource and support t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $163K *

Transform database environments by leading architecture and administration efforts across multiple platforms, ensuring compliance and performance for mission-critical applications in a dynamic, remote...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $180K *

Unlock potential by joining our innovative team to advance AI in therapeutic antibody development. Collaborate with experts to set benchmarks, evaluate AI reasoning, and enhance biologics workflows, d...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of product design by transforming concepts into high-fidelity experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user interactions through innovative prototyping and AI-a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Help us build and scale cutting-edge ML infrastructure for innovative protein design. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to enhance research velocity through robust data pipelines and productio...

San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $120K *

Advance client success by leading SEO strategies, audits, and monitoring. Leverage expertise in technical SEO and digital marketing to enhance client relationships and deliver exceptional results in a...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead transformative data and analytics projects, guiding clients from discovery to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality outcomes that drive informed business decisi...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration and optimize supply chain processes by leading SIOP initiatives. Utilize data analytics to enhance demand planning, inventory management, and financial alignment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's transforming supply chain planning through data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration. Your expertise will enhance demand forecasting, inventory management, and strateg...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $225K *

Unlock potential by driving impactful go-to-market strategies for platform integrations, collaborating across teams to enhance customer experiences and adoption, while ensuring clear messaging and mea...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of personalized experiences by leading a high-impact ML team. Drive technical direction, design scalable systems, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver innovative...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$184K - $356K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative cloud tooling that enhances developer experiences and simplifies GPU infrastructure deployment across multiple platforms. Drive impactful cont...

Santa Clara, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform healthcare operations by leading a dedicated team, optimizing performance, and ensuring seamless service delivery in clinical environments. Your leadership will drive efficiency and enhance...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by architecting and enhancing next-gen research platforms, driving automation and reliability to provide researchers with cutting-edge tools. Collaborate in a dynamic environment brid...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $180K *

Transform the recovery process by leading the development of conversational AI solutions across multiple channels, ensuring a seamless experience for consumers and clients while driving operational ex...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Advance your career by architecting autonomous AI solutions using AWS Bedrock. Drive technology innovation, engage with senior leadership, and design scalable systems for intelligent enterprise data i...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $195K *

Take ownership of designing automated systems and robotic equipment for remote operations in radiological environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration and perf...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by optimizing high-performance LLM serving systems, enhancing throughput and latency while maintaining production for high-traffic environments. Collaborate on cutting-edge LLM techno...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Build innovative AI solutions for K-12 education, enhancing user experience through robust TypeScript and Next.js applications. Collaborate with a small team to deliver impactful projects while ensuri...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Play a key role in delivering innovative ICT solutions by leveraging your expertise to design and consult on complex infrastructure projects, guiding teams to meet client needs while ensuring adherenc...

Arlington, VARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$200K - $235K *

Transform AI/ML infrastructure by leading DevOps initiatives, ensuring scalable, secure, and efficient deployment of AI models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and ment...

Massachusetts, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$184K - $356K *

Drive the development and operation of data platforms that enhance reliability and performance across cloud programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure data quality and operational excellence while lea...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize network infrastructure within the DHMS program, ensuring reliability, performance, and security. Collaborate with IT teams to develop policies, troubleshoot issues, and maintain compliance wi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $223K *

Support and enhance Marketing Cloud Engagement operations by translating business needs into technical solutions, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliab...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.