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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$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI engineering by leading a dynamic group of engineers and Technical Leads. Drive workforce strategy, enhance team capabilities, and ensure sustainable deliver...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Advance infrastructure solutions that enhance silicon development workflows. Collaborate with engineering teams to build scalable tools, optimize cloud environments, and drive operational excellence i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $135K *

Explore innovative AI and ML architectures to enhance enterprise modernization. Collaborate on model governance, data pipelines, and agentic AI solutions while ensuring compliance with architecture st...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $173K *

Innovate with us to lead the design and deployment of advanced generative AI models, driving impactful solutions. Collaborate across teams to optimize machine learning algorithms and mentor junior dat...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive the measurement of AI-driven value across portfolios by assessing business cases, maintaining dashboards, and consolidating ROI data. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and enhan...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of AI investments by assessing business cases, managing dashboards, and consolidating value tracking data. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure transparency and governance in A...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of AI quality assurance by ensuring the accuracy and reliability of AI data extraction processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain ground-truth datasets and enhance evaluation...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $111K *

Explore the future of telecommunications by designing AI-driven, cloud-native software solutions for next-gen wireless systems. Collaborate with global teams to enhance scalability and performance in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Transform business processes through automation and AI. Collaborate with teams to analyze, design, and implement solutions that enhance efficiency and drive value across complex operational environmen...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable AI architectures using Microsoft Azure AI tools. Collaborate with internal teams to translate business needs into technical solutions, ensuring robust go...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by designing scalable AI architectures on Microsoft’s Azure platform. Collaborate with teams to translate complex requirements into innovative solutions, ensuring robust integratio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

The Applied AI Engineer will focus on developing and implementing innovative applications of language models in B2B SaaS environments. This role involves managing model alpha programs, collaborating w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $238K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative AI research and development. Lead end-to-end LLM/VLM workflows, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and translate advanced concepts into practical applicati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $125K *

Shape the future of quality engineering by designing and executing innovative test strategies that enhance the reliability of complex insurance platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by bridging the gap between creators and technology. Transform professional workflows into innovative solutions, leveraging AI to enhance creative production from concept to delivery...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$176K - $308K *

Drive innovation in AI engineering by enhancing customer-facing agentic AI capabilities. Collaborate with a data-centric team to optimize performance, reliability, and user experience in a fast-paced...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation in AI engineering by enhancing customer-facing agentic AI capabilities. Collaborate with a top-tier team to optimize performance, reliability, and user experience, pushing the boundar...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Help us optimize AI platform administration by ensuring secure access, compliance, and monitoring. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support AI services and maintain governance, enabling effe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Innovate AI solutions to enhance organizational efficiency and productivity. Collaborate across departments to identify integration opportunities, develop automated workflows, and implement cutting-ed...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$280K - $320K *

Engineer innovative AI solutions for life sciences startups, guiding them from concept to scale. Collaborate with teams to bridge AI capabilities and scientific needs, developing architectures and res...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Shape the future of large-scale GPU cluster architectures by optimizing designs within power constraints while ensuring peak performance across all components and services. Collaborate with cross-func...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Optimize large-scale GPU cluster architectures within power constraints, ensuring maximum density and performance. Collaborate across teams to design, validate, and document innovative solutions for h...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of AI by leading its integration into business processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving customer satisfaction through innovative solutions and cross-functional col...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Explore innovative AI solutions to transform go-to-market strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement systems that enhance customer engagement and drive revenue growth...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in deploying AI solutions for enterprise clients, transforming their operations from initial business case to full implementation. Collaborate with C-suite executives and enhance produ...

2 weeks ago

  •   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.