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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$132K - $338K *

Champion AI infrastructure excellence by leading teams to design, implement, and govern scalable AI solutions for customer service, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness while fostering...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Lead transformative AI infrastructure initiatives, guiding teams to deliver scalable solutions in customer service. Drive client engagement, oversee technical execution, and foster talent development...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $338K *

Discover a transformative role leading AI Infrastructure Architecture, guiding teams to deliver scalable AI solutions in customer service. Drive client engagement, oversee technical delivery, and fost...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Lead transformative AI infrastructure initiatives, guiding teams to deliver scalable solutions in customer service. Drive client engagement, oversee technical execution, and foster talent development...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $311K *

Lead a dynamic team to architect AI infrastructure for customer service, ensuring scalable, efficient solutions. Drive client engagement, oversee technical delivery, and foster talent development whil...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $292K *

Shape the future of AI in customer service by leading teams to design and implement scalable infrastructure. Drive client success through innovative solutions, performance engineering, and strategic b...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Join a team that's redefining AI infrastructure for customer service. Lead platform engineers and FDEs to design, implement, and govern scalable AI solutions, ensuring real-time performance and cost e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $292K *

Take ownership of AI infrastructure architecture, leading teams to design and implement scalable solutions for customer service. Drive client engagement, oversee delivery quality, and develop talent w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Shape the future of AI in customer service by leading teams to design, implement, and govern scalable AI infrastructure. Drive client engagement, oversee delivery, and develop talent to ensure impactf...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Transform client AI infrastructure by leading teams to design, implement, and govern scalable solutions. Drive performance, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure successful AI deployment in cus...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $338K *

Architect AI infrastructure solutions that empower customer service at scale. Lead teams to design, implement, and govern AI platforms, ensuring optimal performance and cost efficiency while fostering...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $270K *

Elevate AI infrastructure for customer service at scale. Lead teams in designing, implementing, and governing AI solutions, ensuring performance and cost-effectiveness while fostering client relations...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $338K *

Unlock potential by leading AI infrastructure initiatives that empower clients to scale customer service solutions. Drive technical excellence, manage teams, and foster client relationships to ensure...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $270K *

Transform client AI infrastructure by leading teams to design, implement, and govern scalable solutions, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness in customer service operations while foster...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$141K - $311K *

Unlock potential by leading AI infrastructure architecture for customer service. Drive client delivery, business development, and team growth while ensuring scalable, efficient AI solutions that enhan...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $270K *

Elevate AI infrastructure by leading teams to design and implement scalable solutions for customer service. Drive client engagement, oversee technical delivery, and develop talent to ensure successful...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Unlock your potential by leading AI infrastructure initiatives that empower clients to scale customer service solutions. Drive innovation, manage teams, and shape the future of AI in a dynamic environ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $338K *

Lead the design and governance of AI infrastructure for customer service, ensuring scalable, efficient operations. Inspire teams, manage client relationships, and drive innovative solutions that enhan...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$255K - $345K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity by integrating AI capabilities. Leverage your 15+ years of experience to drive innovation, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver mission-crit...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$255K - $345K *

Lead the charge in integrating AI capabilities into enterprise applications, ensuring high-quality software solutions through collaboration with stakeholders and Agile methodologies. Drive innovation...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $325K *

Contribute to innovative AI solutions by designing and deploying software that automates complex processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform research into impactful applications, optimizing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $150K *

Shape the future of aviation technology by leading the development of microservices-based applications. Collaborate in a dynamic Agile environment to enhance air traffic management systems using AI-as...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $205K *

Empower your career by leading the design and deployment of AI/ML models that enhance mission outcomes while ensuring ethical compliance and governance in a dynamic environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $185K *

Accelerate engineering velocity by leveraging advanced coding tools and architecting scalable systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, high-quality AI solutions while drivin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $185K *

Drive high-velocity engineering workflows by leveraging AI tools to enhance code quality, security, and system architecture. Collaborate across teams to build scalable applications and data layers for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.