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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$134K - $265K *

Shape the future of AI cybersecurity by leading strategic assessments and governance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks and implement security controls, ensuring enter...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Elevate AI cybersecurity strategies by leading client engagements, translating business objectives into governance frameworks, and guiding teams through implementation while managing cross-functional...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Transform cybersecurity strategies for AI adoption, guiding enterprises in governance, risk management, and implementation. Lead teams through assessments and deliver innovative solutions to enhance s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Lead transformative AI cybersecurity strategies, guiding clients through governance, risk management, and implementation. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust security frameworks and deliver inno...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading AI cybersecurity strategy assessments and governance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business objectives into actionable security controls...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Shape the future of AI security by leading strategic assessments and governance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust cybersecurity controls and risk models, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading AI cybersecurity strategies and governance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks and implement solutions for enterprises adopting AI technolog...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Lead the charge in shaping AI cybersecurity strategies, guiding enterprises through risk assessments and governance frameworks while managing cross-functional teams to ensure secure AI adoption and im...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Transform your career by leading AI cybersecurity strategies and governance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks and implement solutions that secure enterprise AI adopti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Lead the charge in developing AI cybersecurity strategies, guiding clients through governance frameworks and risk models while managing cross-functional teams to ensure effective implementation and co...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Champion the future of AI security by leading strategic assessments and governance frameworks for enterprises adopting AI. Drive risk management initiatives and collaborate across teams to ensure robu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Lead transformative AI cybersecurity strategies, guiding clients through risk assessments and governance frameworks. Collaborate across teams to implement robust security controls and ensure complianc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Lead transformative AI cybersecurity strategies, guiding clients through risk assessments and governance frameworks while managing cross-functional teams to ensure secure AI adoption and compliance wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Elevate cybersecurity strategies by leading AI governance and risk assessments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust frameworks, ensuring enterprises effectively manage AI-relat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Join us to lead AI cybersecurity strategy assessments and governance workshops, translating business objectives into effective risk management frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to im...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Lead the charge in developing AI cybersecurity strategies, guiding clients through risk assessments and governance frameworks while managing cross-functional teams to ensure secure AI adoption and imp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Transform the future of AI security by leading strategic engagements that define governance and risk frameworks for enterprises adopting AI technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to imp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Transform enterprise AI security by leading strategic assessments and governance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust cybersecurity controls and risk models, ensurin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $175K *

Launch your career by building impactful tools for model evaluation. Collaborate with labs and enterprises to enhance decision-making through innovative software solutions, tackling challenges in scal...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by developing enterprise-scale platform services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create secure, scalable software solutions that drive innovation and efficiency in mode...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$205K - $315K *

Pioneer innovative perception AI solutions for autonomous spacecraft. Lead a dynamic team in developing world models and generative AI to enhance tracking, sensor fusion, and operational autonomy in c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$205K - $315K *

Champion innovation by leading a perception AI team for autonomous spacecraft, developing AI systems critical for complex operations and enabling groundbreaking advancements in space exploration and t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $104K *

Drive IT excellence by supporting and enhancing internal systems, providing hands-on technical assistance, and collaborating on automation projects to improve employee experience and operational effic...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $176K *

Elevate AI capabilities by designing scalable context services for enterprise knowledge access, enabling AI applications to retrieve and reason over trusted information while ensuring high-quality use...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Transform software development by leveraging AI technologies to enhance existing automotive products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions, improve efficiency, and m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.