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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$173K - $255K *

Drive innovation in AI systems by designing and building scalable backend solutions, ensuring security and governance while enhancing developer productivity and operational health across diverse workl...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping public policy strategies for AI infrastructure, engaging with stakeholders to develop and advocate for Stripe's positions on governance, trust, and safety while driving cros...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Explore a pivotal role in shaping scalable systems that enhance customer experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design resilient architectures and drive impactful solutions in a dynami...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a senior engineer managing Active Directory services, ensuring security, availability, and recovery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support identity modernization...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing senior-level client relationships and navigating complex regulatory matters. Collaborate with compliance experts to deliver actionable solutions that enhance client operat...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's transforming machine learning research into impactful solutions. Collaborate on feature engineering and optimization in a fully remote environment, driving projects from concept to...

Boston, MARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Champion incident response by leading complex security operations, coordinating teams across time zones, and driving effective containment and recovery strategies while ensuring clear communication wi...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $135K *

Lead complex civil engineering projects, overseeing planning, design, and maintenance of municipal systems. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to ensure project success while developing entry-lev...

Durham, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $180K *

Transform biological imaging with your expertise in AI and microscopy. Collaborate with engineers and scientists to define expert reasoning, curate datasets, and build analysis pipelines that set the...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Engage in impactful software development by driving application enhancements, modernization, and support for enterprise-scale middleware systems, utilizing your expertise in Java and cloud technologie...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $126K *

Lead and optimize subcontract management by negotiating agreements, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive successful federal contracting outcomes while mentoring junior sta...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $97K *

Transform enterprise application management by optimizing SaaS solutions, primarily focusing on SharePoint Online and Azure DevOps. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance efficiency, streamline proc...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$216K - $236K *

Join a team that's redefining AI product management by driving ROI through innovative solutions. Lead the development of AI capabilities that enhance Alteryx workflows, ensuring faster, better, and ch...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$172K - $202K *

Champion innovative insights and strategies as a Senior Director, driving impactful research and analysis to empower clients globally. Engage with stakeholders to deliver actionable advice and elevate...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Transform quality assurance by leading testing efforts for in-app purchases and subscriptions, enhancing the mobile app experience through collaboration and innovative testing strategies within a dyna...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $120K *

Champion customer solutions by developing technical expertise across platforms, integrations, and operational processes. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and ensure successful implementations...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Contribute to customer success by developing technical expertise across platforms, integrations, and operational processes. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and enhance solutions, while gainin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$172K - $229K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced motion planning algorithms for autonomous vehicles, ensuring safety and performance through rigorous design, testing, and cross-functional collaboration in dynam...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $114K *

Unlock potential by applying technical expertise to solve complex problems, collaborating across teams, and developing event-driven applications. Engage in project work that enhances system efficiency...

Ohio, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $260K *

Shape the future of precision medicine by advancing AI-driven foundation models. Collaborate with diverse teams to innovate solutions using large-scale clinical data, impacting drug development and cl...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic partnerships with top utilities. In this senior role, you'll lead complex enterprise sales, build trusted relationships, and shape innovative solutions, all wh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $150K *

Champion innovative mechatronic solutions as a Subject Matter Expert, bridging client needs with engineering teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-performance designs in semiconductor...

New Hampshire, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K *

Accelerate your career by driving market expansion and generating new business opportunities. This autonomous role focuses on engaging mid-market and enterprise prospects, requiring a proactive approa...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K *

Unlock potential by driving market expansion through proactive business development. Engage with mid-market and enterprise prospects, manage a diverse client pipeline, and collaborate with leadership...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development of critical firmware for safety-critical systems, collaborating across teams to optimize embedded platforms. Drive best practices and mentor engineers while ensuring reliability a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.