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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$110K - $130K *

Advance AI capabilities by evaluating technologies and solutions to enhance engineering productivity, craft proof-of-concepts, and guide technology adoption for impactful business results while collab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $115K *

Develop and implement scalable AI/ML solutions to enhance analytics and applications for VA stakeholders. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure secure, reliable, and responsible AI/ML practices w...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance LLM capabilities through cutting-edge research, end-to-end project leadership, and innovative evaluation strategies, driving advancements in agentic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform internal operations by leveraging AI to streamline workflows, enhance reporting, and drive efficiency across Finance, People, and Legal teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify high...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform engineering processes by leveraging AI solutions to enhance productivity, decision-making, and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative tools that...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $102K *

Transform your career by designing and implementing innovative GenAI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful AI products, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $225K *

Engage directly with engineering teams to build AI-powered workflows, optimizing developer experiences through innovative tooling and integrations. Take ownership of projects from design to delivery...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $182K *

Drive your career with innovative DevSecOps practices, enhancing AI security and cloud applications. Collaborate on automation, software delivery, and security expertise to protect vital infrastructur...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $225K *

Lead the charge in AI innovation and digital transformation, driving strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and business value across the organization. Collaborate with leaders to i...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $155K *

Help us advance enterprise AI/ML architecture initiatives and governance frameworks, ensuring compliance and scalability across federal modernization programs while collaborating with cross-functional...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Develop and deploy AI-driven solutions to enhance operational performance and efficiency across manufacturing and business processes, collaborating with multiple teams to address challenges and optimi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine AI/ML solutions by designing and implementing algorithms that enhance business performance. Lead diverse teams, ensuring optimal model architecture and data integration while driving innovat...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI/ML development, supporting innovative prototypes for the Intelligence Community. Collaborate in a hybrid role to enhance mission-critical applications in sec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Develop cutting-edge AI/ML prototypes for the Intelligence Community, supporting dynamic programs in secure environments. Collaborate with senior engineers to operationalize innovative solutions and e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Build innovative AI/ML prototypes for the Intelligence Community, collaborating with senior developers to create impactful solutions in secure environments. Engage in rapid prototyping, deployment, an...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI/ML solutions for the Intelligence Community. Collaborate on rapid prototyping, secure deployments, and integration of cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, hybrid en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $250K *

Drive your career forward by partnering with executives to shape AI strategies, lead complex architecture discussions, and deliver tailored solutions that enhance enterprise AI ecosystems and revenue...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock innovative solutions by enhancing workflows with AI and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop prototypes, assess data readiness, and support user adoption, driving effi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Drive your career with impactful AI solutions, lead projects, and collaborate across teams to enhance user experiences in a dynamic tech environment. Build and optimize agent components while growing...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative AI solutions, managing small-scale projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance agentic workflows and maintain high-quality documentation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to build and maintain AWS infrastructure, ensuring reliability and scalability for AI voice solutions. Collaborate closely with founders to innovate and enhance platform capabiliti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $234K *

Optimize high-performance networking for AI systems, designing and scaling advanced infrastructures that connect datacenters and support cutting-edge AI models. Collaborate with top engineers to enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $234K *

Transform the future of AI networking by designing high-performance systems that connect cutting-edge datacenters and supercomputers, enabling the training of advanced AI models and pushing the limits...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $261K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI networking by designing and scaling high-performance networks for advanced AI systems. Collaborate with top engineers to optimize connectivity and performan...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $170K *

Engage in the development and evaluation of AI/ML capabilities for engineering and defense applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate mission objectives into actionable tasks...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.