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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$192K - $278K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions to transform finance processes, leveraging analytics and coding expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable systems and drive impactful bus...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative AI solutions, driving collaboration and excellence in software development while ensuring scalable, secure applications that meet real-world ch...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $165K *

Own the architecture and implementation of our CI/CD and developer tools, enhancing productivity across teams. Drive innovation by identifying and solving developer frictions in a scalable monorepo en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Advance the field of audio processing by designing algorithms and systems that transform large-scale speech datasets into high-quality insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance model quality and d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $145K *

Innovate by designing and optimizing advanced AI solutions across predictive, generative, and autonomous systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, production-ready capabiliti...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform AI training initiatives by designing and implementing solutions, mentoring staff, and optimizing AI tools for enhanced operational efficiency and decision-making across teams...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of AI integration by designing and implementing innovative solutions, providing training and mentorship to enhance staff capabilities, and collaborating across teams to optimize opera...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform enterprise AI capabilities by designing and operating a robust AI platform. Collaborate across teams to ensure secure, scalable, and efficient AI solutions that drive innovation and operatio...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's transforming businesses through innovative technology solutions. Collaborate with clients to implement strategic initiatives across various domains, leveraging your expertise in clo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive the future of AI applications by developing and deploying innovative software solutions. Leverage your full-stack engineering skills to integrate AI technologies, ensuring high performance and r...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of automation by building and maintaining Claude Skills/Plugins to streamline reporting and operational processes for the Strategy, Portfolio, and Governance office, enhancing efficie...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in optimizing AI serving infrastructure using vLLM and SGLang within a dynamic, autonomous team. Collaborate on deployment strategies, performance tuning, and GPU optimization to drive...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the evolution of AI infrastructure by optimizing large language models and GPU systems. Collaborate with a high-autonomy team to enhance performance, scalability, and service delivery on cutting...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $150K *

Champion the design, security, and maintenance of IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance across all business units. Collaborate with teams to enhance capabilities and support seamless operati...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $265K *

Elevate the Army Intelligence Enterprise by leading innovative AI strategies and projects. Your expertise will drive technical excellence, ensuring compliance and standardization while fostering cutti...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $108K *

Transform client needs into innovative AI solutions by designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge applications. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure high-quality deliverables and sea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Deliver innovative AI solutions by developing, integrating, and deploying conversational AI systems for enterprise clients, ensuring seamless customer experiences and measurable outcomes throughout th...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and deployment of AI-driven customer experience solutions, transforming business requirements into scalable, production-ready systems while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $135K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying cutting-edge generative AI systems on Azure. Own end-to-end RAG solutions, develop APIs, and ensure quality and reliability in AI workflows to enhance user...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$262K - $364K *

Join a team that's transforming customer engagement through AI. Lead technical projects, manage engineers, and drive innovation in cloud computing solutions while optimizing performance and fostering...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in data engineering and AI application development, enhancing workflows and decision-making through advanced data platforms and automation. Collaborate with teams to optimize cloud so...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$124K - $187K *

Champion innovative AI solutions to enhance wet-lab research in CAR-T and oncology. Collaborate with scientists to translate biological challenges into computational strategies, driving efficiency and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing innovative software solutions that enhance patient experiences and streamline operations. Collaborate with teams to leverage AI technology, ensuring hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping customer experiences using AI. Build, prototype, and optimize user-facing products while collaborating across teams to deliver impactful solutions that scale and evolve base...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by driving innovation in automation systems. Leverage your expertise to enhance platform capabilities and mentor engineers, ensuring high-quality code and r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.