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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$95K - $115K *

Reimagine data center design by collaborating with a team of experts to deliver innovative ICT solutions. Manage multiple projects while applying your technical knowledge to enhance infrastructure and...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$166K - $276K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mission integration and solution engineering. Lead technical discussions, engage with customers, and drive innovative solutions to complex operational challeng...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Innovate and optimize our core fintech systems, leveraging AI-driven technologies while owning end-to-end product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure impactful user experien...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $136K *

Lead the charge in designing and building scalable data solutions, ensuring high performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver trusted data products that drive busine...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $173K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and implementation of AI products, mentoring engineers, and shaping development practices for impactful social good. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure hig...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in web development by creating and maintaining robust Drupal applications. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality delivery and support for content management systems, enhancing us...

Arkansas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the search for exceptional technical talent in aerospace. Drive full-cycle recruiting, develop innovative sourcing strategies, and partner with leadership to build a high-performing team whil...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$205K - $270K *

Lead the charge in developing next-gen AI systems that enhance contact center operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to design, deploy, and optimize scalable machine learning solutions while mento...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI in international development. Lead market research initiatives to identify opportunities, analyze trends, and provide strategic insights that drive business...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $172K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data-driven decision-making by leveraging your expertise in statistical analysis and project management to deliver impactful insights and foster collaboration...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Engineer innovative Electronic Security Systems solutions for diverse clients, guiding projects from concept to construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with specifications and delive...

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Reposted 4 days ago

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

$73K - $110K *

Shape the future of coding quality by overseeing audits, developing guidance, and collaborating with teams to enhance accuracy and compliance in healthcare coding practices...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$199K - $274K *

Transform enterprise-scale engineering capabilities by leading the TORC function, fostering collaboration across security and operations, and delivering innovative solutions for risk and control manag...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Transform the energy & utilities landscape by leading OT and infrastructure workstreams throughout the private equity investment lifecycle, driving diligence, integration, and value creation for criti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $290K *

Elevate your career by leading a high-performing engineering team, driving strategy and innovation in web3 technologies. Shape the future of decentralized systems while ensuring top-tier security and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's building and scaling a data and analytics platform to enhance clinical AI performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create actionable insights and drive improvements i...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Shape user experiences by leading research and design initiatives that enhance service delivery and foster a customer-centric culture across federal projects, ensuring impactful solutions that meet us...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Help us shape the future of information security and AI governance by supporting strategic initiatives, managing cybersecurity policies, and conducting digital forensics to ensure compliance and risk...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $287K *

Lead incident response and enhance operational excellence by building data pipelines and analyzing trends to improve reliability across AI cloud services. Collaborate with engineering teams to drive a...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $175K *

Lead innovative cloud solutions by architecting and managing robust platforms. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges in AWS and Azure, enhancing your skills while driving impact...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Transform data engineering by architecting scalable pipelines and optimizing healthcare data solutions. Lead teams to enhance data quality and compliance while driving innovation and strategic alignme...

Baltimore, MDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$228K - $285K *

Pioneer advancements in AI inference platforms, driving strategy and execution across cross-functional teams to enhance scalability and reliability for enterprise customers. Lead product initiatives f...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead mechanical installations for automated systems, ensuring safety and efficiency. Mentor a team, manage schedules, and travel extensively to client sites. Drive project success through effective co...

Huntsville, ALRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$57K - $108K *

Drive innovation by creating precise ECAD library components and models. Collaborate with engineering teams to support design and production phases, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards in...

Arizona, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's redefining telecommunications by providing expert Tier 3 and 4 support, engineering, and deployment for cutting-edge voice solutions. Collaborate with peers and mentor junior member...

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Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 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.