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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$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to enhance executive talent strategies through data-driven insights, ensuring effective succession planning and leadership development. Leverage your expertise in talent management pla...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$200K - $280K *

Innovate AI-driven cybersecurity solutions across portfolio companies, enhancing security operations and vulnerability management. Collaborate with teams to implement scalable, reusable tools and fram...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $280K *

Unlock your potential as a software engineer, driving innovation in PLM systems. Collaborate on software development, automation, and integration efforts to enhance product lifecycle management and st...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $165K *

Deliver innovative AI solutions to enhance clinical trials and regulatory processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design high-value applications that drive efficiency and effectiveness i...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project outcomes by supporting R&D lifecycle management, data analysis, and executive decision-making. Collaborate with teams to track requirements and enhance budget processes, ensuring effe...

Washington, DCRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join our Cyber Security team to spearhead a robust application security program, collaborating with developers to secure software and mitigate vulnerabilities. Help innovate security tools while enhan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$131K - $243K *

Lead the charge in modernizing C4I systems by managing integration and testing strategies. Collaborate with an international team to define architecture and ensure system verification, driving project...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering tailored, technical solutions that drive sales success. Collaborate with teams to enhance demos, manage proposal responses, and ensure seamless implementation transitions...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deliver AI solutions. This multifaceted role combines consulting, engineering, and operational expertise to drive impactful results...

Oklahoma City, OKRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Explore the intersection of engineering and consulting as you embed with enterprise teams, architect AI solutions, and ensure their success in production environments. Drive impactful change in regula...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in architecting and deploying AI solutions within enterprise teams, ensuring robust system performance and client satisfaction through hands-on engineering and consulting expertise...

Jackson, MSRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by collaborating with enterprise teams, architecting systems, and ensuring robust delivery. Engage directly with clients to solve complex problems and drive impactful...

Augusta, MERemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you architect AI solutions, collaborating closely with enterprise clients to deliver impactful results. Leverage your engineering expertise to tackle complex challenges and ensu...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation by embedding with enterprise teams to architect and deliver AI solutions. Engage in consulting, engineering, and operational roles to ensure robust, production-ready systems that meet...

Salem, ORRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join us to tackle complex AI challenges by embedding with enterprise teams, architecting robust solutions, and ensuring production readiness. Your expertise will drive impactful results in regulated i...

Madison, WIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Deliver innovative AI solutions by collaborating with enterprise teams, architecting systems, and ensuring production readiness. Engage in consulting, engineering, and operational roles to drive impac...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you tackle complex AI challenges, embedding with enterprise clients to architect and deliver robust solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise to ensure production success a...

Concord, NHRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape telecommunications solutions by leading network design and implementation. Utilize your expertise in LAN services and wireless technologies to drive projects from conception to execution while m...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $105K *

Elevate your career by leading electrical design projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with clients. This role offers the chance to enhance your expertise while contributing to impac...

Ottawa, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $230K *

Pioneer innovative mobile solutions by architecting and building a robust app experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features while leveraging AI tools to enhance dev...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive the future of antimicrobial resistance policy by developing strategic responses, coordinating partnerships, and translating scientific data into accessible materials for congressional and public...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

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

$73K - $100K *

Empower program success by managing daily operations and documentation for a key transformation initiative, coordinating across teams, maintaining accurate records, and supporting financial and admini...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $215K *

Engineer and integrate complex avionics systems, overseeing the full development lifecycle from requirements through design to demonstration. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and sa...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $110K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on modernizing IT solutions for a Federal client. Contribute to the development and testing of innovative applications, ensuring quality and performa...

Albuquerque, NMRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$165K - $190K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure and automate processes as a DevOps Engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability, scalability, and security while driving developer effi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.