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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$150K - $180K *

Lead the architecture and governance of enterprise-scale AI solutions, defining standards and practices for secure, responsible AI adoption while collaborating with business leaders to translate compl...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineers in delivering high-quality technology. Drive performance, resource planning, and best practices across the SDLC while fostering a culture of collaboration and...

Livonia, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $258K *

Shape the future of AI in healthcare by leading architectural design and technical strategy for LLM-powered systems. Mentor engineers, ensure compliance, and drive innovation in a highly regulated env...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Innovate your career by developing cutting-edge virtual embedded control systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and validate virtual electronic control units, enhancing automotive...

Milford, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$164K - $240K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build AI infrastructure, ensure reliability and security, and guide technical direction while fostering engineer development. Lead innovative projects that e...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $190K *

Join us to support strategic customer accounts by providing technical and operational expertise. Collaborate with teams to enhance security operations, optimize workflows, and ensure customer trust in...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the future of healthcare by leading cutting-edge ML research in NLP and clinical AI. Collaborate with experts to translate innovative ideas into impactful solutions that enhance patient outco...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$151K - $241K *

Develop and optimize AI solutions for enhanced member experiences, integrating cutting-edge technologies and engineering practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, scalable...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $135K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic Knowledge Management program that enhances IT support services, fosters collaboration, and drives efficiency for a large-scale enterprise environment. Make a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $225K *

Join a team that's redefining AI in auto claims by building and evaluating machine learning models. You'll drive product decisions through data insights, collaborating with experts to enhance claims p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$292K - $409K *

Shape the future of generative AI by leading the strategic vision and architecture of a large-scale platform, enabling teams to build and deploy innovative AI products reliably and efficiently across...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Analyze and drive AI innovation across the Insurance portfolio, overseeing the full lifecycle of solutions from ideation to production. Lead multidisciplinary teams, shape strategy, and build new capa...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the insurance landscape by leading AI innovation and delivery. Oversee the full lifecycle of AI solutions, guiding multidisciplinary teams and shaping strategic initiatives in a rapidly evol...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in AI innovation within our Insurance portfolio, overseeing the full lifecycle of solutions from ideation to production. Shape strategy, manage multidisciplinary teams, and build new c...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $173K *

Shape the future of AI governance by designing frameworks and policies that ensure responsible innovation and effective risk management across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $225K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in AI by developing scalable backend systems in Go, Python, and Java. Tackle complex challenges while enhancing distributed architectures to empower high-performa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise applications by assessing, designing, and implementing solutions that align with organizational goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business need...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Lead the deployment and scaling of AI-driven solutions by collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams. Apply expertise in full-stack engineering and AI technologies to deliver effective, mea...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in defining and overseeing enterprise automation architecture, ensuring scalable, secure solutions across platforms like ServiceNow and Microsoft. Collaborate cross-functionally to ali...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $195K *

Unlock your potential by building advanced entity matching solutions. Collaborate with a dedicated team to transform complex data into actionable insights, ensuring transparency and accuracy in every...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $170K *

Pioneer innovative research at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, tackling real-world security challenges. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop prototypes and experiments that influence cu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Help us drive the future of automation by owning AI agents that onboard applications and ensure self-healing workflows. You'll enhance existing systems, prioritize security, and collaborate across tea...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $158K *

Join a dynamic team as a GenAI & HPC Delivery Engineer, driving cutting-edge GPU solutions and optimizing performance for AI and HPC infrastructures. Engage directly with customers, ensuring successfu...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform the landscape of AI Security sales by owning the full sales cycle, engaging enterprise clients, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growth and innovation in a rapidly evol...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$228K - $423K *

Champion the development of AI-driven software solutions, leading a multi-disciplinary team to enhance automation and reduce costs. Drive innovation in AI/ML systems, ensuring compliance and security...

Three Rivers, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.