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.
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.
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 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.
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.
AI Platform Engineering Consultant
$70K - $205K *
Shape the future of AI operations by building robust cloud infrastructure and deployment tools. Collaborate with client teams to optimize performance and ensure reliability, enabling seamless AI integ...
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AI Deployment Engineer/Manager
$80K - $95K *
Champion the deployment of cutting-edge AI systems in diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless installation and operation of hardware and software, while providing exceptional c...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Elevate productivity by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement AI-driven tools and workflows that enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement, while shipping code...
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$135K - $160K *
Design and execute innovative research for a unified Energy Foundation Model, integrating diverse data sources to enhance forecasting accuracy and trading strategies through rigorous experimentation a...
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$120K - $145K *
Develop AI-powered solutions that transform operational processes across various sectors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement intelligent agents that automate workflows and...
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$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by designing and deploying AI agents that transform operational processes across various sectors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate workflows and enhance decision-ma...
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AI Engineer 4 (Gen AI Platform Services: Agentic Systems)
$215K - $245K *
Engage with a dynamic team to design and deploy cutting-edge AI solutions that transform customer interactions and enhance operational efficiency, driving innovation and ethical practices in AI engine...
2 weeks ago
AI Engineer 4 (Gen AI Platform Services: Agentic Systems)
$197K - $225K *
Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge AI solutions that transform banking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and optimize AI systems, ensuring scalability and ethical ali...
2 weeks ago
AI Engineer 4 (Gen AI Platform Services: Agentic Systems)
$215K - $245K *
Innovate AI solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and optimize advanced AI systems. Drive impactful projects that enhance customer interactions and improve operati...
2 weeks ago
AI Engineer 4 (Gen AI Platform Services: Agentic Systems)
$197K - $225K *
Elevate AI capabilities by designing and deploying innovative systems that enhance customer interactions and operational efficiency, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive impactful AI sol...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Innovate and optimize high-performance AI software for specialized hardware. Collaborate with teams on cutting-edge technology, enhancing neural network efficiency to deliver production-quality soluti...
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AI Infrastructure Engineer [Tooling]
$130K - $160K *
Empower AI innovation by designing and building robust tooling for deploying AI agents in production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure reliability and developer experi...
2 weeks ago
AI Search Engineering Analyst, Safety Risk and Platform
$132K - $189K *
Unlock potential by leveraging data analysis and project management skills to enhance platform security and user experience. Collaborate with engineering teams to combat spam and harmful content, impa...
1 week ago
AI Tools Engineer, Storage Infrastructure
$140K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team to build AI-powered tools that enhance storage operations, streamline workflows, and drive adoption of innovative technologies, empowering engineers to work smarter and more effici...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of LLM integration by unifying API formats and enhancing developer experience, collaborating with leadership to build robust backend features and improve user engagement across divers...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$129K - $288K *
Pioneer AI architecture by setting technical direction, guiding teams, and ensuring quality in AI systems. Collaborate across functions to transform high-value opportunities into measurable, productio...
1 week ago
$129K - $288K *
Transform AI architecture by guiding teams in designing, integrating, and operating systems that enhance workflows. Establish standards for quality and reliability while enabling production readiness...
1 week ago
$129K - $288K *
Lead the charge in shaping AI architecture and evaluation practices, guiding cross-functional teams to integrate and operate AI systems that enhance workflows and deliver measurable outcomes across th...
1 week ago
AI Engineer, Forward Deployed (Copilot and Azure AI Foundry)
$110K - $130K *
Empower innovation by designing and deploying AI solutions using Microsoft 365 Copilot and Azure AI Foundry. Collaborate with teams to transform business challenges into effective AI applications, ens...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of AI by designing and integrating advanced software solutions that enhance enterprise applications, ensuring scalability, security, and maintainability in mission-critical environmen...
2 weeks ago
AI & Software Engineering Lead
$135K - $160K *
Join a team that's redefining digital marketing by leading AI-driven solutions. You'll mentor engineers, collaborate across teams, and shape innovative technology that delivers impactful results for c...
2 weeks ago
$160K - $190K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI innovation by driving partner recruitment and co-creating scalable solutions. Leverage your expertise to shape business models and unlock new revenue streams...
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Artificial Intelligence Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Elevate secure AI systems by designing and deploying advanced architectures that integrate foundation models with enterprise tools, ensuring operational reliability and compliance in mission-critical...
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Artificial Intelligence Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Design and implement secure AI systems by integrating advanced models with enterprise tools. Collaborate on developing agentic architectures and workflows, ensuring operational reliability and securit...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the development of enterprise AI architecture, guiding strategy and innovation. Collaborate with teams to implement scalable AI solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and data governan...
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What does an AI engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.