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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$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by designing and building robust data pipelines for healthcare transactions. Collaborate with partners to ensure seamless integration and reliability of data systems, enhancing operat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $158K *

Analyze clinical data to develop AI solutions that drive evidence-based insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance healthcare outcomes and ensure ethical standards in model develop...

New York, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development of cloud infrastructure automation using AWS, Terraform, and Dynatrace. Oversee CI/CD integration and observability efforts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enha...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $129K *

Drive innovative structural engineering solutions for nuclear facilities, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance safety and efficiency. Guide junior engineers while leveraging advanced...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex tolling systems, overseeing technical execution from bid to operational handoff. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure integrated solutions meet cus...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Optimize patient access workflows by aligning registration with revenue cycle needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance eligibility processes and improve patient estimates, while mentoring IS st...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $201K *

Lead the charge in driving AI-assisted design practices across teams, managing program initiatives, and building roadmaps to ensure alignment and measurable outcomes in a dynamic, cross-functional env...

Denver, CORemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$195K - $312K *

Advance user modeling by driving complex AI projects end-to-end, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate cutting-edge research into impactful solutions for home shopping experiences...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$92K - $120K *

Elevate clinical trial execution by supporting the development team in data review, safety tracking, and cross-functional collaboration to advance innovative clinical programs in ophthalmology...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining clinical engineering operations. Lead multi-site teams, manage budgets, and drive performance improvements that directly impact patient care and operational excellence...

California, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $234K *

Join us to design and implement robust server-side solutions, leveraging AI tools and deep engineering expertise. Collaborate across teams to enhance system reliability and performance while driving i...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Drive the certification of military commercial derivative aircraft by leveraging your expertise in FAA regulations and military standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance, safety, a...

Dayton, OHRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by driving growth in traffic data solutions. In this consultative sales role, you'll manage the full sales cycle, partner with key stakeholders, and achieve revenue targets while m...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $145K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and enhancing unattended ground sensors for border security operations, ensuring optimal performance through inspections, technical support, and collaboration with team...

Mclean, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the strategic execution of patient-facing AI, enhancing care journeys through innovative automated experiences. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality, safety, and seamless integration...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

Champion quality assurance in GIS software by developing test plans, validating data, and ensuring reliability for Army geospatial applications. Collaborate with experts to enhance automated testing p...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $208K *

Accelerate progress at a global scale by driving partner alignment and co-innovation in the Autonomous Workforce practice. Leverage ServiceNow technologies to enhance market strategies and deliver imp...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of accurate proposals and cost estimates for water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with engineering, sales, and finance teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfact...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Unlock insights through quantitative analysis and research, shaping energy policy scenarios while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance philanthropic grantmaking efforts and present findings thro...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing reliability and performance of retail tech platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate operations, improve service stability, and drive continuous impro...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by developing innovative control systems for diverse industries. Collaborate with clients to solve complex manufacturing challenges through automation and controls, ensuring effi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Join us to lead a dynamic backend engineering team, driving architecture evolution and fostering collaboration across departments. You'll mentor engineers, manage processes, and ensure system reliabil...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$92K - $110K *

Drive successful project delivery by integrating engineering, program management, and controls. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment, mitigate risks, and uphold design integrity across d...

Franklin, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$231K - $265K *

Unlock potential by executing security operations, identifying threats, and developing automation to enhance incident response and security posture, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $159K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise application security through innovative design, implementation, and management of application control policies, ensuring robust endpoint protection and complianc...

Virginia, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.