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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$145K - $170K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our data platform by guiding a skilled team of engineers. Drive architectural evolution, ensure data reliability, and foster a culture of ownership while delivering except...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the IT landscape by owning and optimizing systems for a broker-dealer, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environm...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining Virtual Desktop Infrastructure by engineering, deploying, and maintaining cutting-edge VDI systems. Collaborate on innovative solutions to enhance security, performance...

Pocatello, IDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $103K *

Optimize and maintain Cognos and Informatica applications across multiple client environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure timely updates while adher...

Florham Park, NJRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $150K *

Elevate procurement operations by managing vendor coordination, documentation, and process consistency. This role focuses on execution and queue management, ensuring timely and organized procurement s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $396K *

Transform technical sales alignment by driving revenue growth and fostering deep customer relationships. Collaborate across teams to implement strategies for NVIDIA's AI Factory solutions, enhancing m...

Santa Clara, CARemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $150K *

Join us to drive innovative solutions in Semiconductor Capital Equipment as a Mechanical Engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex client needs into high-performance desig...

New Hampshire, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K *

Champion new business across North America by selling autonomous mobile robots. Own the sales process, develop complex relationships, and structure high-value agreements, while driving innovative stra...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $160K *

Transform the future of endpoint management by developing innovative solutions that enhance security and performance across diverse platforms, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver impactful so...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Execute innovative strategies to acquire and expand client relationships, leveraging expertise in AI/ML solutions. Be a proactive networker, navigating complex sales cycles to foster business growth a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $131K *

Unlock potential by leading PLM Teamcenter initiatives, managing system maintenance, and providing expert troubleshooting support in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance user exper...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $126K *

Elevate your career by supporting diverse system studies in renewable energy projects. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, delivering technical expertise and leveraging advanced tools to ensure safe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Transform infrastructure and deployment modernization efforts, serving as a technical cornerstone for multiple programs. Drive DevSecOps maturity and cloud adoption while ensuring secure, rapid delive...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $262K *

Tackle complex applied-science challenges, driving machine learning solutions from hypothesis to production. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences and ensure impactful outcomes thro...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Seeking a skilled Network Engineer to design and validate networks for large-scale GPU clusters, collaborating with architects and deployment teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability in cut...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead and enhance engineering projects, guiding technical direction and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize e-commerce and learning management systems while fostering a culture of ac...

St. Louis, MORemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$136K - $160K *

Optimize account-based marketing strategies to drive engagement and sales for new products. Lead end-to-end campaign execution, asset production, and pipeline accountability while collaborating closel...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$67K - $100K *

Champion system support and configuration for Production Operations and Sales systems, enhancing user experience and driving process improvements. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and imp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $143K *

Drive the success of Material Movement Automation projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines and budgets, and ensuring operational readiness while prioritizing safety and quality a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$185K - $210K *

Drive the evolution of our AWS cloud infrastructure, enabling data scientists to deploy models efficiently while ensuring security and compliance. Collaborate closely with teams to enhance MLOps capab...

New York, NYRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $225K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced algorithms for next-generation sensing technologies that enhance healthcare solutions through data-driven insights and innovative signal processing techn...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Support the analysis of examination quality and compliance data, ensuring adherence to performance metrics and implementing corrective actions to enhance the VA Medical Disability Exam program for Vet...

Virginia, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and optimization of network infrastructure, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate with IT teams to develop policies, troubleshoot issues, and maintain compliance with best pr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative software solutions, where you'll own features, influence architectural designs, and contribute actively to our product and culture in a dynamic startup environmen...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $182K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing secure Azure Virtual Desktop environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability and performance, delivering top-quality solut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.